Judge sides with Stanford Daily, says Trump administration violated Constitution
Judge Noël Wise says the Constitution protects noncitizen students from deportation over criticism of government...
Education
Harford Schools welcomes students back to class
To make this year a successful one, Superintendent Dyann Mack said, the school community must...
Baltimore County students return for new year as district tackles attendance, budget challenges
For Bill Heiser, Baltimore County Public Schools’ newest superintendent, kicking off the first day of...
Carroll County kids share first-day of school excitement
"My kid's getting bigger, so it's awesome to watch her grow, but it's kind of...
As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training
Pell grants are a key to affording higher education for many lower-income students.
‘This is a calling’: Chicago college set to launch midwifery degree program
The school launched the associate's degree program in partnership with Black Midwifery Collective.
Youth engagement a priority for new student members on Anne Arundel library boards
Crofton's Abby Chan is the first student member of the Anne Arundel County Public Library...
Book-heavy St. John’s College highlights science to attract international students
St. John's College changed its degree name to highlight its scientific offerings. The move may...
3 things parents should know before Carroll County’s first day of school
Elementary schools will see several schedule changes, as will a handful of middle schools.
7News: Parents say they’re frustrated as Prince George’s County bus problems continue
Parents report missing buses and conflicting information as questions emerge about whether routes were fully...
Baltimore City Community College faculty ratify first-ever union contract
The three-year agreement includes a 3.25% first-year raise, a $1,000 bonus and wage increases totaling...
How Maryland schools split on telling parents about a student’s gender identity
A Baltimore Sun review of Maryland school district policies in the region found a patchwork...
No middle school sports as Harford students return Monday
Before the school year begins, families should expect no middle school sports and a reduction...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library registers 1,000th Harford County kid for free books
Since its inception in 2024, the Imagination Library of Harford County has mailed more than...
One Tech Tip: How to keep your child’s tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork
Schools often provide these devices, and parents can struggle to keep kids focused at home.
FOX45: Flaw in safety system leaves Maryland school uninformed after employee arrest
Superintendent Bill Heiser says BCPS will explore fingerprinting employees hired before 2017 after questions about...
Is your child headed to college? Here are dorm room essentials for your list
Making sure your student feels not only comfortable but also organized is key.
Baltimore County schools: Puzzle Pieces charter has month to find location
Puzzle Pieces Learning Academy has just over a month to secure a new facility after...
Two Columbia community schools turn 50 this year
Cradlerock Elementary and Lake Elkhorn Middle are celebrating 50 years as the new school year...
Howard school board OKs elementary site, but redistricting fight looms
The Howard County Board of Education approved a site on the land purchased for Guilford...
Dolly Parton’s Annapolis-area impact: 150K free books and counting
"Kids jump up and down when they get their book," the local director said.
Baltimore Schools warns students: Code of conduct doesn’t end at dismissal
Baltimore City Schools says students can face discipline for conduct outside school after fights broke...
Howard County elementary school closes on 3rd day of school due to sewage issue
As students returned for the third day of school in Howard County, Guilford Elementary's doors...
How the ‘weird’ college courses teach critical thinking
In one class, students engage with ancient alien civilizations, Atlantis and more.
Baltimore County school board member apologizes for Sharia law post
Maggie Litz Domanowski said hearing from Muslim community members helped her understand why the Facebook...
Baltimore County school board member withdraws motion to reconsider Puzzle Pieces charter
Baltimore County school board member Pete Fitzpatrick withdrew a motion Tuesday that could have led...
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on in the books of Maryland kids
The music star and philanthropist's Imagination Library of Montgomery County has distributed more than 180,000...
Baltimore County Public Schools to reroute buses off Warren Road Bridge
Baltimore County Public Schools reversed course weeks after transportation officials said avoiding the span would...
Before back-to-school, measles outbreak declared in 3 Maryland counties, including Carroll
The urgency of the measles spread has increased, as the Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed...
Teachers’ union seeks Somerset school board chair’s removal
Teachers union seeks Somerset school board chair’s removal after a contentious meeting over a disputed...
Harford County brings back cursive writing for second, third graders
Using free resources and in-house materials, the district expects the program to cost less than...
Howard County opens $14M career center to ease academy waitlists
The renovated facility adds 20 seats now and about 240 more by 2027-2028, as enrollment...
FOX45: Baltimore County Police share back-to-school safety tips for drivers ahead of first day
With the first day of school approaching, the Baltimore County Police Department urges families to...
Low vacancies, higher pay: Here’s where Anne Arundel stands for the 2026-2027 school year
AACPS is starting the new school year on the right foot. Board of Education members...
Baltimore County school board member faces controversy over ‘Sharia law’ post
A Baltimore County school board member is facing calls to apologize and resign after sharing...
Howard County’s first day of school goes smoothly, a sharp contrast to 2023’s bus meltdown
As students returned to Howard County schools Monday, the district said it was pleased with...
Baltimore school turns around attendance, earns 1st-day honor
Mayor Brandon Scott and Baltimore City Schools CEO Jermaine Dawson's surprise visit to Katherine Johnson...
Baltimore County schools set to open with vacancies, bus driver shortage
With less than a week before students return, Baltimore County Public Schools has filled nearly...
Maryland Hispanic student enrollment declines amid immigration fears
“We don’t know the full impact yet, but the new enrollment numbers raise serious concerns,”...
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis.
Lockdown occurs during Katherine Johnson Global Academy’s first day of school
A lockdown took place at Katherine Johnson Global Academy during the school's first day back...
Anne Arundel opens school for students with special needs
The new school will teach students with special needs how to transition into adulthood. "We...
Baltimore City students return to school amid ICE fears
"To be clear: ICE does not target schools, but we will not allow criminals to...
Baltimore City Schools open Monday. What’s new?
New CEO Jermaine Dawson begins his first school year focused on achievement gaps, attendance and...
Maryland schools restrict phones while relying on social media themselves
A federal trial testing whether Meta designed its apps to be addictive includes a Harford...
Schools are starting to teach AI literacy. For many, that means helping kids see chatbots’ flaws
AI chatbots have become the bane of teachers everywhere.
How to help your kids make friends at a new school
Tell kids they will meet more friends when they're not glued to their phones.
Astronomy and space sciences are soaring right now with kids. Keeping them engaged is much harder.
Science, pop-culture are converging at a crucial time for STEM recruitment. But some methods work...
What’s new for Howard County students as 57,000 return to school Monday
From dropped midterm exams to dozens of teacher vacancies, here's what parents and students need...
Maryland blocks controversial Somerset school library policy
Maryland’s superintendent blocked Somerset County’s school library policy while reviewing whether its book restrictions comply...
New preschool opens in Anne Arundel, will welcome 120 students
The facility used to be a school for only Black students and a building for...
Marley Glen School at Severn Run ribbon cutting | PHOTOS
Anne Arundel County Public Schools celebrated the opening of the new Marley Glen School at...
Nebraska’s largest school district asks police to stop using electric shock gloves on students
Omaha Police Department officers will continue using tasers and batons at the schools.
Carver Early Education Center ribbon cutting | PHOTOS
Anne Arundel County Public Schools held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tour of the new Carver...
Anne Arundel appoints acting admins after 4 move to Baltimore County Schools
Some of the staffing changes came a little over a week before the start of...
FOX45: Maryland, Social Finance launch $3 million Pay It Forward fund for nursing degrees
The state of Maryland is launching a new $3 million fund aimed at helping more...
Marriotts Ridge student builds app as central space for school clubs
Aadi Agarwal, a rising sophomore at Marriotts Ridge high school, developed an app where students...
After DOJ threat, Anne Arundel County Schools updates gender identity policy
The Department of Education teamed up with the DOJ to take action against AACPS as...
A left tackle can make $4M in college football, not the NFL. Is this pay for play?
College sports are undergoing a transformation with the rise of NIL deals.
Redistricting timeline changes introduced for Anne Arundel Schools
The policy revision would move up the timeline for future redistricting cases and allow the...
Harvard students are already stressing over the crackdown on A’s
Harvard University’s policy capping A grades among undergraduates doesn’t officially start for another year, but...
Schools spend billions on AI, but struggle to figure out what’s worth buying
As a new school year begins, some classrooms may use artificial intelligence tools to flag...
College is still worth it, parents say. They just want more options
What parents consider “higher education” is changing.
Charter school celebrates opening at Annapolis Mall
The new charter school at the Annapolis Mall has art and recording studios. It aspires...
New Village Academy ribbon cutting | PHOTOS
New Village Academy celebrates the opening of its new high school campus at Annapolis Mall...
Southern High educator is Maryland History Teacher of Year
Southern High educator Jennifer M. Davidson is Maryland's history teacher of the year. “The study...
Maryland parents are urged to review school vaccine rules
Maryland doctors urge families to review school vaccine rules as national exemptions rise and federal...
What professors don’t like about ‘The Odyssey’ could make it great for teaching
As a moviegoer, Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" was a thrill for Dennis Kratz. He was mesmerized by the...
Maryland parents urged to monitor students’ mental health as classes resume
Parents should watch for signs of stress and anxiety as students return to school and...
Pentagon orders audit of 30 universities’ partnerships with foreign institutions
Schools must complete a review and terminate any arrangements deemed problematic within two weeks.
Whistleblower alleges political pressure, lack of evidence in antisemitism probes targeting schools
She says investigations were rushed, incomplete or failed to establish legal violations by the schools.
Supreme Court asked to review Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools
The case could set a new national standard for religious expression in classrooms.
The ripple effects of the Iran war could threaten education for millions of kids around the world
Some students are staying home to work, helping their families make ends meet.
Baltimore County charter founder failed to disclose criminal history in DC
Years before Chizarra Dashiell denied her criminal history on an application to open a Baltimore...
Baltimore-area program aims to prevent deadly police encounters with disabled people
Mack Dawson, a professional massage therapist who identifies as having a “neurodifference,” wants to educate...
18-year-old sentenced for role in MoCo high school shooting
Taric Wilson was sentenced Friday to five years in prison, but he will only serve...
A ‘public shaming’ sandwich: Carroll business owner has unique response after employee’s racist posts resurface
The fried chicken sandwich is topped with bacon and cheddar and comes on a brioche...
Youngest Black professor at Cambridge who faced plagiarism claims is found dead
Jason Arday resigned after intense media pressure.
Boys & Girls Clubs and Find Your Purpose to host back-to-school giveaway
While both organizations have hosted separate back-to-school giveaways for several years, the two decided to...
An ‘influencer’ degree? Colleges bet on content creator major as critics question its value
Even if someone has the skills to make it in content creation, it isn't easy...
US military base schools put new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity
Conservatives have eyed the schools as a testing ground for reshaping education.
States, cities try to keep ICE out of schools
More than a dozen states have enacted laws designed to keep ICE away from schools.
Howard County proposes 18 new school zones around 10 sites
The 18 zones have been approved by the police department and the Howard County Public...
Baltimore County superintendent enlists 3 Anne Arundel officials to fill central office, cabinet
Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Bill Heiser pulled staffers from the roster of his last...
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit alleging antisemitism at Harvard University
The judge says the administration failed to prove an ongoing violation of federal antidiscrimination laws.
Families feel the pinch of higher children’s shoe prices as kids head back to school
The pressure to have the right footwear is colliding with higher prices.
Resurfaced racist posts prompt Carroll school board member to pull nominee
Kristen Zihmer pulled her nominee over resurfaced posts, while Board President Steve Whisler defended an...
Howard high schoolers lose personal Gmail access on school Chromebooks
Officials say the change, already in place for younger students, is meant to stop students...
FOX45: Was Baltimore County’s $2.5 billion school budget legally approved?
The Maryland State Department of Education says yes, but one state senator disagrees and he’s...
Baltimore County school board reconsiders Puzzle Pieces charter after Sun investigation
Board members raise concerns about the founder’s background and BCPS vetting, while a charter advocate...
Howard ninth graders violate technology-use policy most often, data shows
Ninth graders accounted for more than one-fourth of HCPSS technology-use violations last school year as...
Harford begins Stuff the Bus campaign; aims to equip students for new school year
Harford County's Stuff the Bus drive collects school supplies for students in need, running through...
How to make the most of parent-teacher conferences during back-to-school and beyond
School conferences are sometimes 15 to 20 minutes, with little time for parents to ask...
Maryland ramps up push to put invasive blue catfish onto more plates
Invasive blue catfish are ... tasty? The flaky white fish is popping up on menus...
New charter school moving into Annapolis Mall after 2 failed attempts
The charter school prioritizes internships over traditional learning. "It takes a village to raise a...
Baltimore County school board to reconsider Puzzle Pieces charter
The Baltimore County school board voted unanimously Tuesday night to reconsider its approval of Puzzle...
Baltimore Teachers Union sounds alarm on district’s proposals in contract negotiations
Baltimore Teachers Union leaders called the district's proposal to double health care costs without increasing...
Carroll near top in state math, yet under half of students proficient
The school board will review the new MCAP data Wednesday alongside plans for MSTAR, the...
Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances
Experts say it's a great time to start building credit, budgeting and managing money.
Some Baltimore City Schools workers say they’re missing pay as district reviews 200 cases
Some Baltimore City Public Schools employees say they’re missing paychecks, while others say their checks...