Fresh kicks motivating students in Baltimore

Some elementary school students in Baltimore are discovering the rewards of improving their grades and maintaining good behavior in school thanks to the efforts of a couple of local men.

Legislation seeks increase in education funding according to recommendations from the Kirwan Commission

Lawmakers urged the General Assembly to approve a funding plan based on the “Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.” The proposed legislation is an outgrowth of the work being done by the Kirwan commission which is looking at ways to improve Maryland’s school system and provide students with the resources to succeed in college and their careers.

Gaithersburg Elementary School participates in National Walk to School Day

Students at Gaithersburg Elementary School in Montgomery County took part in National Walk to School Day, an event highlighting the health, environmental and safety benefits that come with walking to school.

Silver Spring elementary school is first in Montgomery County with an all-student language immersion program

It’s not uncommon to learn a language in school. It’s a little less common to immerse yourself in that language. One elementary school in Montgomery County is taking that one step further, requiring all students to become bilingual.

Local Organization Helps Combat Bullying by Helping kids Find their Superpowers

The Music in Me Foundation International holds assemblies at local elementary schools in hopes of teaching kids to find their self-confidence.

One Local Elementary School Takes Flight

The SHABACH! Christian Academy is the first elementary school in the Washington Metropolitan region to use aviation flight simulators to enhance their STEM program.