Maryland high school named after slave-owning colonel could be renamed
The name of a local high school that's been open since the '70s is now being reconsidered since the man it's currently named after once owned slaves.
FCPS files lawsuit against social media giants Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more
Frederick County Public Schools filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against social media giants Meta, Google, ByteDance, and Snap Inc.
Student-driven conversations on crime, violence kick off in Prince George’s County
A series of conversations with students in Prince George’s County surrounding concerns and input to solutions to crime kicked off Tuesday.
Substitute teacher who brought loaded 9mm gun to Anne Arundel Co. high school charged
A substitute teacher has been charged after he brought a gun to an Anne Arundel County high school last week, triggering a school lockdown.
Handgun found in substitute's backpack triggers lockdown at Glen Burnie High School
An Anne Arundel County high school was placed on lockdown Friday after a handgun was found inside a backpack.
Montgomery County Schools to pay $9.7M in Damascus sex assault settlement
A massive payout is going to the victims of a 2018 sexual assault scandal at Damascus High School.
Sexual harassment allegations cloud principal's rise: MCPS under fire
All 11 members of the Montgomery County Council appeared in person Thursday, taking turns pressing Montgomery County Public Schools leaders on what officials say is the failed investigation into a public school principal promoted despite having numerous sexual harassment and bullying allegations lodged against him.
Music teacher's attack ignites push for school safety in Maryland
A teacher in Maryland is pleading with school leaders to do more to protect educators in the classroom.
Loaded gun found in Oakland Mills High School student's backpack after parent's tip
Administrators at Oakland Mills High School may have prevented a shooting Monday, thanks to a tip from a parent.
Teen accused of fatally shooting DuVal High School student denied bail
The 17-year-old suspect accused of shooting and killing a DuVal High School student after she left school has been ordered to remain in jail without bond.
Maryland’s schools superintendent withdraws his request to extend his contract
Maryland’s superintendent of schools is withdrawing his request for a second term, he and the state school board announced Friday.
No criminal charges for students involved in Bethesda-Chevy Chase vs. Walter Johnson High School brawl
None of the students involved in the brawl after the Bethesda-Chevy Chase and Walter Johnson High School football game last Friday have been charged criminally, according to a joint letter released Wednesday by Montgomery County's superintendent of schools and police chief. However, the criminal investigation is ongoing.
'This was criminal behavior:' Parents voice concern following BCC-WJ student mass brawl
There are renewed concerns among some Montgomery County parents after a fight involving Walter Johnson High School and Bethesda Chevy-Chase High School students after a rivalry football game Friday night.
Ghost gun part found at Blair High School
Part of a ghost gun was found at Montgomery Blair High School earlier this week, according to a letter sent home to families.
Student struck by bus during dismissal at Maryland high school
A student was struck by a bus just moments after the last bell rang at Henry E. Lackey High School on Wednesday.
Frederick County School Board considers adding cameras in special ed classrooms
The Frederick County School Board is grappling with a simple, yet complicated question: Should cameras be allowed in some special education classrooms?
Knife-wielding student threatens classmates and SRO at Thomas Johnson High School
A knife-wielding student was arrested on the first day of classes at Thomas Johnson High School after a fight broke out in the hallway.
Maryland rapper Rico Nasty hosts back-to-school supply drive at William Paca Elementary in Landover
Rico Nasty donated backpacks, supplies and Crocs to students at her former elementary school in Landover.
MCPS unveils new attendance action plan to address rising absenteeism
Montgomery County Public Schools announced its new attendance action plan Tuesday.
Maryland college savings nightmare nears resolution
The online system has been down for months. But starting Monday, Maryland 529 account holders are finally able to access their information and benefits online.