Maryland’s Education ‘Blueprint’ Struggles to Expand Pre-K
Maryland’s education plan, The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, aims to expand pre-K access for all 3- and 4-year-olds in the state.
Opioid Deaths Spur Push for Kids to Carry Naloxone
Currently, a disparate and ambiguous set of district-level policies has created confusion on the role students may play in preventing opioid deaths among their peers. But a bill before the Maryland General Assembly aims to provide a clear and uniform set of standards.
Montgomery Blair High School Teacher Recognized by County Council
Montgomery Blair High School teacher Kenneth Smith was among three residents recognized by the County Council at its annual Black History Month event.
Silver Spring Early Childhood Education Center Waitlist Exceeds 1,500
The Washington Post reports that over 1,500 families have joined the waitlist for the upcoming Martha Gudelsky Child Development Center in downtown Silver Spring.
Police Drone Aids in Arrest of Seven Teens After Shots Fired Incident
Montgomery County Police say that seven teenagers were arrested in connection with a shooting incident near Sligo Middle School on Friday afternoon.
Montgomery Blair High School Principal Announces Retirement
Montgomery Blair High School Principal Renay Johnson has announced her retirement after serving 33 years in the MCPS school system.
Montgomery Blair High School Advances to National Science Bowl Finals
Montgomery Blair High School won the regional competition for the 2024 National Science Bowl, securing a place in the NSB national finals this spring.
Friends Community School: Upcoming Admissions Events & Application Deadline
Exploring school options for next year? Consider Friends Community School, a K-8 Quaker progressive school that motivates and inspires kids from kindergarten to 8th grade. [sponsored]
Early Childhood Education Center Prepares for Fall Opening
The construction of the Martha Gudelsky Child Development Center is progressing as planned, and the facility is scheduled to open next fall.