For Locust Point’s John Shea, a Strong Neighborhood Needs a Strong School

John Shea had lived in Locust Point for less than two years when two Francis Scott Key middle-schoolers got into a fight last spring, and the video went viral. Suddenly, a lot of negative attention was focused on the neighborhood — and Shea was concerned.

Public School Provides Focal Point for Locust Point Growth

Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School’s principal, Mary McComas, a Locust Point native, has long-term changes planned to strengthen the school and resident support. This is a challenge when Locust Point residents are sending their children to schools outside of the community.