MCPS wasted millions of dollars on electric bus program, investigation reveals

A plan to acquire more than 300 electric buses for Montgomery County Public Schools students has led to “millions of dollars in wasteful spending," according to the results of an investigation released Monday

Montgomery County high schools offering varsity pickleball this fall

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is ramping up its sports offerings with the expansion of pickleball as a varsity sport starting this fall. 

Dr. Thomas Taylor takes over as MCPS superintendent

Montgomery County Public Schools leaders have appointed Dr. Thomas Taylor as the district’s new superintendent.

Maryland parents must accept LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum, appeals court decides

Maryland's largest public school system does not have to allow parents to opt their kids out of lessons involving LGBTQ themes, according to a federal appeals court ruling on Wednesday.

Howard County parents and students protest budget cuts

Howard County families are protesting budget cuts to help save their beloved teachers, staff and school programs.

University of Maryland suspends fraternities and sororities pending investigation

The University of Maryland has ordered fraternities and sororities on campus to suspend social and recruitment activities after the school received multiple reports of unsafe activities.

2 men arrested after racial slurs found in University of Maryland dorm

Campus police believe they've caught the men responsible for a couple of hate bias incidents that occurred inside a University of Maryland dormitory last year.

MCPS board considers program cuts in 2024-25 budget

The Board of Education is actively working to develop a responsible and effective Operating Budget for the 2024-25 school year that focuses on the needs of MCPS students and employees.