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This week on the podcast, two stories about well-intended rookies in the classroom.

The new school year ushers in more pre-K expansion and student outcome pushes. But progress is a mixed bag.

The school’s principal and resource officer heard a commotion in the first-floor men’s bathroom, but did not hear the shot.

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.

Starting this fall, 16 middle and high schools will require students to turn in their devices before class starts — a practice happening across Maryland.

The schools will bring in water dispensers and post signs reminding students not to drink the water.

One Baltimore City high school combined back-to-school sign-ups with voter registration ahead of the first day of class and many students’ first election.

At a board meeting Tuesday, district leaders highlighted the success of new programs like gun detection cameras and teletherapy. But some board members asked for more evidence.

Students from Baltimore high schools join Midday to discuss the issues that matter to them; cyberbullying, mental health, identity and where they imagine life will take them.

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