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Frederick County's Citizens Advisory Council is tackling the tough balance between student confidentiality and parental involvement, sparking urgent conversations about how policies can better support students in need.

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FCPS grapples with student-parent communication policies during committee meeting
Committee discusses challenges in balancing student confidentiality and parental understanding in FCPS.
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May 15, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Frederick County Public Schools' investment committee reports a remarkable 7% growth amid market volatility, showcasing strategic asset management that's turning challenges into opportunities.

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Investment Committee reports 7% growth and stable asset distribution amid market volatility
Investment Committee confirms 7% growth and asset allocation strategy to mitigate risks.
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June 4, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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Frederick County Public Schools is turning the tide on its budget challenges with a hopeful $1 million boost to its OPEB trust, paving the way for financial stability.

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County Executive proposes $1M OPEB trust deposit amid budget challenges
Board aims to close $6.7M budget gap while planning $1M OPEB contribution.
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June 4, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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The Howard County Board of Education is taking a bold step towards community-driven educational strategies, emphasizing the need for local insights to tackle budget challenges and enhance student outcomes.

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Howard County Board Analyzes FY 27 Budget Challenges and Expenditure Trends
Board discusses significant fiscal challenges facing FY 27 budget amid rising costs and declining enrollment.
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September 26, 2025 at 5:48 AM
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Prince George's County Schools are taking a bold step to revolutionize student transportation by exploring a new app and safe hub stops to tackle persistent delays and enhance parent communication.

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Prince George's County Schools explore new transportation app and hub stop solutions
Transportation officials research app options and plan hub stops for better student mobility.
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May 3, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Maryland's groundbreaking new mathematics policy is set to transform education, ensuring every student has equitable access to high-quality math instruction and a brighter future!

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Maryland State Board Adopts New Pre K-12 Mathematics Policy to Enhance Equity and Readiness
Maryland implements new mathematics policy aimed at improving student achievement and equity.
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September 26, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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Excitement is building as St. Mary's County Public Schools reveals a groundbreaking partnership with Moreland University to enhance teacher certification and tackle staffing shortages head-on!

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Saint Mary's County Schools host teacher draft fair to fill classroom vacancies
Saint Mary's County Public Schools prepares for teacher recruitment with a draft fair event.
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March 29, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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St. Mary's County schools are at a crossroads, facing a $6.3 million budget shortfall that could devastate staff and student support, even as they celebrate remarkable achievements.

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St. Mary's County faces $6.3M school budget shortfall requiring tough decisions
County commissioners prepare for critical discussions on education budget impacts in May.
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April 25, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Charles County Public Schools are making strides in teacher recruitment and retention, but critical shortages in special education and other areas still loom large.

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CCPS outlines recruitment gains, substitute improvements and expanded Grow‑Your‑Own pipeline
Human resources and professional learning staff told the board they boosted teacher hires in 2025, expanded substitute fill rates and launched multiple grow‑your‑own initiatives — including an Instructional Assistant Academy, international teacher recruitment and expanded mentor cohorts — but warned staffing shortages remain, especially in special-
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October 15, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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MCPS is taking bold steps to revamp its employee misconduct investigation policy, ensuring transparency and support for complainants like never before.

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MCPS develops new investigation policy with annual review for timely resolutions
MCPS plans to finalize a new investigation policy by June with updates every year.
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March 1, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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St. Mary's County schools face a $2.5 million budget shortfall and potential cuts to teaching positions, sparking urgent discussions about the future of education funding.

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St. Mary's County faces budget cuts despite temporary state funding boost
County budget projections indicate $6.3 million reduction due to state funding changes.
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April 11, 2025 at 2:22 AM
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As the Prince George's County Public Schools Committee gears up for the pivotal FY26 budget, their decisions will shape the future of education in the community.

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Zakiya Goins McCance leads PGCPS budget update meeting on FY26 development
Committee reviews budget progress for FY26 amid operational discussions and updates.
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March 23, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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Montgomery County's Board of Education just approved a groundbreaking curriculum aimed at revolutionizing middle school English language arts!

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Board of Education approves core knowledge curriculum for grades 6 to 8
Board adopts core knowledge language arts curriculum for middle school English language arts.
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May 27, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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Montgomery County Public Schools is proposing a $179.7 million budget increase for FY2027, but with a stark warning of cuts amid a 5,000-student enrollment decline.

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MCPS proposes 5% FY2027 budget increase, warns of cuts amid 5,000‑student enrollment decline
Superintendent’s FY2027 operating recommendation asks for a roughly $179.7 million (5%) increase over FY2026, driven mainly by salary and benefit costs; presenters said an anticipated 5,000‑student enrollment drop forces proportional staffing reductions even as the district restores some positions to protect class size and services.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:42 AM
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Prince George's County schools are staring down a staggering $63 million budget gap that could gut essential programs and staff—what's next for our children's education?

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School district faces $63 million budget gap amid state funding cuts
District prepares for severe cuts to programs and staffing due to projected revenue shortfalls.
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February 1, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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Charles County Public Schools is revolutionizing education with a districtwide initiative to standardize collaborative planning for teachers, yielding impressive results in student engagement and performance.

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Charles County Public Schools outlines districtwide push for collaborative planning in classrooms
District leaders presented a coordinated plan to expand and standardize collaborative planning time for teachers across elementary, middle and high schools, and school teams described local pilots and outcomes at JP Ryan, Theodore Davis and Northpointe-area schools.
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October 15, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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Early childhood education is the key to unlocking a child's future success, with structured learning environments taking center stage in a recent meeting by Charles County Public Schools.

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Educators Highlight Importance of Early Childhood Education for Future Success
Experts emphasize structured learning in early childhood to boost academic achievement.
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September 19, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Frederick County Public Schools is redefining fundraising policies to protect students and maintain educational integrity—could your favorite school event be impacted?

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School Board evaluates fundraising policies for alcohol-related booster events
School officials assess fundraising regulations to align with educational policies and safety standards.
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March 31, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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The Board of Education is taking bold steps to tackle climate change in Prince George's County schools, but they need your voice to shape the future!

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Council discusses breakfast in classrooms and COVID-19 policies impact
Council members address breakfast initiatives and ongoing effects of COVID-19 policies.
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May 4, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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PGCPS is revolutionizing school bus tracking with the new Chipmunk app, offering live maps and real-time alerts for over 85,000 students and families!

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PGCPS rolls out Chipmunk bus-tracking app for all students; district warns ETA may vary
PGCPS officials said the Chipmunk parent app will cover all 85,000-plus students after a phased rollout; parents must link the app to ParentVUE accounts and the district cautioned ETA messages may be inconsistent due to driver adjustments and traffic.
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January 17, 2026 at 8:13 AM
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Ellen Fitzgerald's passionate plea at the St. Mary's County Board of Education meeting reveals how vital music education is for student success and personal growth.

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Ellen Fitzgerald praises SMCPS music educators' impact on student success
Fitzgerald advocates for continued music education support from St. Mary's County Board.
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March 29, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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A concerned parent at Centerville Elementary School has raised urgent safety issues regarding the new Delta Program, questioning its impact on preschool classes amid alarming reports of student aggression.

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Parent raises safety concerns over Delta program's expansion at Centerville Elementary School
Parent voices alarm over student aggression and Delta program's impact on preschool classes.
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March 31, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Frederick County Public Schools is grappling with the challenges of NIL deals for student-athletes and is set to unveil a new fundraising policy by June—what will it mean for the future of high school sports?

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School Committee sets June deadline for new fundraising policy draft
Committee discusses key components for a revised fundraising policy to aid school administrators.
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March 31, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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St. Mary's County is making pre-kindergarten enrollment easier than ever, ensuring every child has a chance at early education success!

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Education Department launches pre-k registration drive to boost early childhood education
Parents can register children for pre-k starting today with multiple support options available.
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April 11, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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St. Mary's County Public Schools is set to unveil a proposed budget of $298 million for FY '26, featuring significant funding increases for critical educational needs!

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Budget Committee reveals $298M unrestricted fund budget for FY '26 with increases
Committee presents $8.1M increase in unrestricted fund budget for next fiscal year
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May 23, 2025 at 7:09 AM