Education

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

Both districts are celebrating victories reflected in the new state report card data. But low scores in chronic absenteeism and social studies proficiency are begging for attention.

The new Maryland Transit Administration Youth Council will allow 20 student members to advocate for youth who rely on public transportation to travel to and from school, starting next September.

The drivers are employed by Zum, a California-based company that signed a five-year contract with the school district in June. But the company has faced scrutiny from parents and school leaders since.

School loan payments are due once again, after a three-year hiatus. Many loan payers, however, are confused about the new rules governing who has to pay and how much they have to pay.

What does expanding state-funded pre-K mean for the private child care industry? We talk to a board member overseeing implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the head of a state association of childcare providers.

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

Correspondence obtained by The Baltimore Banner sheds new light on the missteps that left thousands of students without a ride the first week of school.

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.