Addressing the School-to-Prison Pipeline: Administrators Must Step Up and Handle Classroom Conflicts
The school-to-prison pipeline remains a pressing concern in education, with the over-reliance on School Resource Officers (SROs) exacerbating the issue. While SROs can play a crucial role in maintaining school safety, their involvement in minor (and even major) disciplinary issues often leads to negative interactions with students, perpetuating a cycle of harsh consequences and adverse […]
NAACP’s Urgent Warning: Revitalizing Maryland’s Schools for African American Students
The Maryland NAACP has issued a powerful statement, warning that “other actions may be necessary” to address the dire state of public education for African American students in Maryland’s public K-112 schools. In a public statement released last week, the civil rights group expressed their frustration with the ongoing struggles faced by African American children […]
Ten Governors, Including Maryland’s Wes Moore, Unite Against What They Call Book Censorship in Schools
In a collective effort in, what 10 governors say, is to combat book censorship in schools, Governor Wes Moore (D) has joined forces with nine other governors, releasing a letter on Friday urging textbook publishers to stand firm against attempts to dilute educational materials by Republican lawmakers and conservative parents. The governors, predominantly Democrats, emphasized […]
Prince George’s County Public Schools Calls for Transformation in an Open Letter to Yet-to-Be Named Superintendent
In a collaborative effort, the Prince George’s County Educators’ Association (PGCEA), the Association of Supervisory and Administrative School Personnel (ASASP), the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Local 2250 (ACE-AFSCME Local 2250), and the Service Employees International Union 400 (SEIU 400) have come together to address key issues within the Prince George’s County […]
Anne Arundel Man’s death shows what schools face daily
Public Demands Answers as Maryland School Test Scores Remain Redacted
In a recent development, the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools, Mohammed Choudhury, agreed to an interview with Fox’s Project Baltimore after the news outlet’s persistent efforts to shed light on heavily redacted student test results. However, the public will have to wait until the next monthly meeting of the school board to learn more about […]
Maryland State Board of Education Contemplates Future of State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury
The Maryland State Board of Education faces a critical decision this year regarding the potential extension of State Superintendent of Schools Mohammed Choudhury’s contract. As the state’s multi-billion-dollar education reform plan continues to be implemented, Choudhury’s role and continuity become increasingly significant. While Choudhury is praised for his intelligence, policy knowledge, and dedication to students, […]
Local Systems’ Blueprint Plans Delayed due to “Unforced Error”
Approval for the local plans aimed at reforming Maryland’s public schools has been postponed until July. State education officials have decided to take additional time to thoroughly assess the plans. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) convened in person for the first time since December and could have started approving certain […]
Funding Challenges of Maryland’s Kirwan Plan Raise Concerns for Local Governments
Local governments in the region are facing significant financial challenges in meeting the funding requirements of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, also known as the Kirwan Plan. The plan, aimed at improving Maryland schools, has sparked concerns about the funding sources and the burden it places on taxpayers. Fox 45 (Project Baltimore) has been instrumental […]
Golden Ring Middle School is Closing
