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.

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.

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?

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.

Parents say MCPS ignored complaints about principal for years

Dr. Joel Beidleman, the former Farquhar Middle School principal faces harassment accusations by several teachers, students and parents.

MCPS facing scrutiny for hiring familiar law firm to investigate a principal's sexual harassment allegations

Montgomery County’s school board is facing heavy criticism for its decision to hire its own private law firm to investigate a principal who’s been accused of sexual harassment and bullying. 

New high-tech 'Blueprint' schools opening in Prince George's County

Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced Monday that six new schools are opening this school year, adding 8,000 new desks for PGCPS students.