Baltimore County Schools

At a state senate hearing Thursday, education leaders raised concerns about growing absenteeism rates for young students, while exploring multi-pronged factors contributing to the problem.

Myriam Rogers says the proposal is born from community collaboration and “tough” decisions, with a focus on academics and staff quality.

Baltimore City and Baltimore County schools followed these statewide trends. In total, only four middle schools between the two districts had more than half of their students pass the social studies test.

Two new full-day classes will open after winter break, said Superintendent Myriam Rogers. Many more will open next fall.

With only ten days until the negotiating deadline, board members still have not addressed over half of the teachers’ union proposed changes.

The over $70 million building will create and save energy, while offering expanded space and capacity for students.

The central region has struggled with overcapacity issues for years – and redistricting seems like the only way to solve it. But keeping every parent happy, and every school together, is impossible.

The district plans to have the Omnilert system operating in all county high schools by the end of this school year.

All highschoolers will have access to virtual wellness services this November, as district leaders work to balance operating budget without pandemic-era funding.

The number of community schools is increasing, thanks to funding from the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. And these designated school facilitators are leading the charge.