While Common Core may a controversial topic for lawmakers and parents, most students, especially those with rigorous schedules, do not notice the new standards.
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Homeless Student Population Rises in Maryland
The homeless student population in Maryland continues to grow as a result of the recession, as national numbers have hit a record high.
TV Actor Hill Harper Tries to Help Boys in Maryland Juvenile Treatment
Harper visited the Victor Cullen Center in November as part of a publicity tour for his fifth book, “Letters to an Incarcerated Brother: Encouragement, Hope and Healing for Inmates and Their Loved Ones.”
LGBT Athletes Often Overlooked at High School Level
Maryland high schools and policymakers are trying to learn more about LGBT athletes to create a safer environment for them and students of all sexual orientations.
New State Education Standards Discussed at Hearing
SPRINGDALE — The Maryland State Board of Education discussed the new curriculum framework with parents Tuesday at a public forum.
Education Secretary visits Maryland school on heels of sequester
Federal budget cuts to early childhood education that could affect 800 Maryland students are a poor idea, according to Education Secretary Arne Duncan, who met Friday with students and teachers at Rolling Terrace Elementary School.
O’Malley Aims to Expand School Breakfast Program
Gov. Martin O’Malley said he’s included $1.8 million in his proposed budget towards expanding a program that feeds breakfast to students.
‘Fiscal Cliff’ Looks Particularly High From Maryland’s View
Maryland’s economy would be particularly hard-hit if Congress is unable to reach a budget agreement to avoid the broad, automatic cuts to the federal budget set to take effect in January, experts say.
Maryland Hits Hurdles in Race to the Top
Problems with teacher evaluation systems and data management have only slightly strained Maryland’s progress toward implementing Race to the Top reforms, according to a report released by the Center for American Progress.