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Maryland schools got new ratings. Here’s what they mean.
How many stars did your school earn this year? The answer is coming later today.
How an AI bot helps Baltimore County kids learn to read
School officials say the tool is closing learning gaps at record speed, even as literacy advocates raise concerns about screens.
In one Maryland county, the school budget crisis is already starting
Harford County families are alarmed at the prospect of school closures and layoffs, as the superintendent and county executive battle over who’s to blame.
7 budget gift ideas for $25 or less
If your pockets are light but you don’t want to leave a loved one high and dry, check out these gifts you can find in the Baltimore region
Baltimore schools will spend roughly $50M on intruder locks for classrooms
Teachers will be able to lock doors from inside classrooms instead of having to step into a hallway to lock the door from the outside.
Baltimore Co. school redistricting could get a lot simpler — sometimes
The parent committee will be eliminated for smaller boundary changes.
Malveaux and Zihmer lead Carroll County school board race
Both candidates are endorsed by Republican groups in the nonpartisan race.
How redistricting sowed division in one Baltimore County school
The strife is a window into the growing pains after redrawing school attendance boundaries — something Baltimore County does frequently.
Governor orders Maryland agencies to review how student crime information is shared
The order follows murder charges against a Howard High School student with a prior criminal record.
How partisan politics infiltrated Maryland school board races
Partisan politics are creeping into Maryland school board races.
After Howard student’s arrest, Maryland schools must share student crime records
The new rule comes a week after a Howard High School student with a prior criminal record was charged with first-degree murder.
What to know about Carroll County school board candidates
Four candidates are running for two open seats on the Carroll County school board.
Popular Stoneleigh Elementary teacher remembered as captivating storyteller, family man
Brendan Gieron, 65, leaves behind his family and third grade students.
Harford County school employees charged with failure to report rape allegation
Two Harford County school employees were arrested and charged with failing to report a rape allegation after a student told school staff they were assaulted, the Aberdeen Police Department said.
How do Maryland schools stop guns from getting inside?
Maryland school districts have invested in more staff and more weapon-detection technology to prevent violence.
Baltimore County students are being moved around again. Here’s what to know.
Three school redistricting processes are beginning this fall in Baltimore County.
Former Severna Park teacher accused of sexual abuse will stay in jail
During a second bail hearing for Matthew Schlegel, prosecutors played video interviews with each of the eight students who accused the former teacher of abuse.
After fatal shooting, Joppatowne High bans backpacks until new lockers are available
A locker for every student should be installed by next week at Joppatowne High School, following the fatal shooting of Warren Curtis Grant.
Baltimore schools are importing a scarce resource: Teachers
Over 100 educators came from overseas to hone their craft and share their cultures in Baltimore City schools this year.
Two weeks after ‘Book Banning Pastor’ visit, Baltimore school board tightens security
Entrance and exit points to school board meetings have been limited, and only the media can use professional recording equipment.
