Early childhood education

More than 20 states, including Maryland, sued President Donald Trump’s administration on Monday over billions of dollars in frozen education funding for after-school care, summer programs and more.

Shuffling preschool classrooms doesn't fit in with Howard County's plan to expand pre-K access for high-need kids

Researchers say a child's zip code or their parents' income shouldn't determine their access to early childhood education. But in Baltimore, it often does.

Ten years ago, an arts nonprofit launched a popular summer program at Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School. In 2026, that vision will come to life full-time.

Maryland parents play a crucial role in reinforcing reading skills at home.

Maryland laid-off federal workers have suddenly found themselves in the nation’s oldest job: full-time parenthood.

The Maryland Child Alliance is back to collecting signatures to create a fund for parents of newborns.

Here’s how Maryland pre-K compares to the rest of the nation, by the numbers.

One Maryland day care's likely closure shows how easily life can be disrupted for families relying on child care in federal buildings.

The Baltimore County Public Library is taking a page from the Pratt library’s playbook and engaging the public with lively talks, much-needed services and even some parent-and-me desks so you can take your child to the library and get some work done.

Parents have less than a month to secure state funds that help families pay for child care.

Most eyes were locked on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future this legislative session. Here’s how the state’s other education bills faired.

The children's museum's new exhibits will include rocket launching, fort building and a Baltimore streetscape.

The school system has offered pre-K 3 for the last three school years.

The one-time tax credit for families of stillborn babies could help defray unexpected costs and pain of losing a child.

The one-time tax credit for families of stillborn babies could help defray unexpected costs and pain of losing a child.

Stephanie C. Chupein says Marylanders should reject school vouchers and support public schools that serve all children, not just the wealthiest.

Benjamin Schmitt, president of the Howard County Education Association, says students with disabilities deserve fairness when it comes to educational funding priorities.

Our Kids Read opened last month in the Eastpoint Mall.

Child care providers now have official guidance after weathering over a month of uncertainty.