Resignations, retirements rise among Montgomery County teachers
During Teacher Appreciation Week, the head of Montgomery County’s Teacher’s Union waived a red flag, arguing the county’s educators still need more love from the school district.
Pig heart transplanted into patient was infected with pig virus, health officials say
The transplant patient ended up dying two months later, though doctors are not conclusively saying whether or not the virus led to the patient’s death.
Maryland school district suing vaping company Juul claiming 'gross negligence'
One of the largest school districts in Maryland announced Monday they are suing major vaping company Juul in an attempt to protect students.
DC, Maryland schools requiring negative COVID-19 tests for students returning after spring break
School systems across Maryland and D.C. are requiring students to provide a negative COVID-19 test before they can return to class after spring break.
Walt Whitman HS student found with pellet gun at school: police
An air soft pellet gun was confiscated from a student at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, Maryland on Friday, according to police.
University of Maryland temporarily housing Afghan refugees
The University of Maryland (UMD) is stepping in to help Afghan refugees, but the school's generosity is attracting mixed reactions from students.
Montgomery County schools released from lockdown after suspicious activity reported nearby
An emergency situation in Clarksburg, Maryland prompted several schools to lockdown Wednesday, according to authorities.
Prince George's County police receive report of alleged sexual assault involving high school students
A Prince George's County high school is investigating after police received a report of an alleged sexual assault that occurred last year involving two students.
Frederick Co. parents, students focus on solutions after hate crime arrests
Students and parents say the arrest of three students on hate crime charges last week is bringing to light a broader problem of racism in Frederick County Public Schools.
Frederick Co. middle schoolers face hate crime charges
Three eighth grade students are facing hate crimes charges after investigators say they posted online threats targeting Black students.
Threats targeting Black students at Middletown Middle School made on social media
Threats specifically targeting Black students were made on social media Wednesday, causing the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) to respond to Middletown Middle School.
Walt Whitman High School cancels 'Vike-A-Thon' dance after sexual assault allegations arise
An explosive article written by a Montgomery County high school student exposes serious allegations of harassment and sexual assault at an annual school dance in Bethesda.
Former University of Maryland employee indicted for allegedly stealing over $1 million
A former University of Maryland employee has been indicted in Prince George's County on two counts of theft.
Parents concerned after brawl inside Friendly High School
Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) has been tight-lipped about a full-on brawl that took place inside Friendly High School last month.
Prince George's County Public Schools to move forward with alternative school consolidation
Prince George’s County Public Schools will move forward with a plan to consolidate the district’s five alternative schools, despite outcry and pleas to keep the schools in place.
Maryland Board of Education votes to rescind statewide school mask mandate
The Maryland State Board of Education has voted 12-2 to rescind the statewide school mask mandate as of March 1.
Montgomery County high school student charged with assault of staff member
A student at Bethesda Chevy Chase High School faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a staff member earlier this month on school property.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools to end mask mandate
Masks will become optional in all Anne Arundel County Public School buildings on Friday, Feb. 18, according to the Board of Education.
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan calls on state to rescind school mask policy
Governor Larry Hogan is calling on the Maryland State Board of Education to rescind its school mask policy, citing the state’s health metrics and vaccine availability for school-age children.
Montgomery County Public Schools plan to expand Community Engagement Officer program
During a school board meeting addressing school security, Montgomery County Public School leaders announced a plan to expand the current Community Engagement Officer (CEO) program.