Maryland State Board of Education

Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates joins Midday as we take a year-end look at youth violence, policy changes and the office's legislative agenda for 2025.

The first draft of the literacy plan faced pushback for requiring struggling third-graders to repeat a school year. Now, parents have the final say – but some say that’s not enough protection.

State leaders say increased investment in math and reading resources just hasn’t paid off yet. But some also question if the tests are the problem.

State leaders said this will help fast-track the use of the new literacy method in all classrooms by next school year.

One-third of Maryland students missed 18 or more school days last year. How can districts strengthen connections with students and families? Plus, a program at the University of Baltimore Law School gets at the root causes of why kids miss class.

The state board of education voted unanimously on Tuesday to adopt a new payment system for families earning between $83,000 and $166,000. But some say there are still many details to work out.

The standards adopted by the board will influence per-pupil funding under the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future – and determine student access to advanced and career-focused programs.

Carey Wright comes with nine years of experience leading Mississippi education – where she raised state test scores from the country’s worst to near the national average.

Carey Wright will take over the lead role at the Maryland State Department of Education later this month.

Baltimore City students tested at the lowest level in all subjects, with gaps persisting for marginalized students.