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Moore announces $36M toward energy efficiency in public schools
Gov. Wes Moore’s office announced $36 million to expand clean energy systems and cost-cutting energy efficiency technologies in schools.
Moore enacts first major Blueprint update but says ‘we did not go far enough’
Gov. Wes Moore signed updates to Maryland’s education Blueprint but warned the reforms fall short as funding gaps and teacher shortages persist.
Some Maryland lawmakers renew push for vaccine mandate for schools
Members of a Senate oversight group renewed pressure on Gov. Larry Hogan's administration for mandated COVID-19 vaccinations in public schools.
Maryland lawmakers cautioned about vaccine requirements for students
A top virus expert is warning Maryland lawmakers to proceed cautiously before mandating coronavirus vaccinations for public school students.
Democrats urge Hogan to waive waiting period for final approval of mask mandate
Democratic leaders in the General Assembly are chomping at the bit to give final approval to emergency regulations requiring masks in public schools. But a joint committee of delegates and […]
Many Maryland schools set to reopen Monday
Many of Maryland’s most populous districts are set to welcome some students back for in-person instruction Monday, marking the start of varying local plans in response to Gov. Larry Hogan’s push to reopen schools by March 1.
Brown v. Board comes slowly to D.C., report says
Report finding segregation in D.C. schools heads news items including drug treatment for inmates, delaying the bar exam and an admission of firebombing.
To start before Labor Day, Md. schools must hold public meeting
ANNAPOLIS — Gov. Larry Hogan has revised an executive order on requiring public schools to start after Labor Day. The revised order issued Tuesday adds details on how schools can […]
‘School after Labor Day is now the law of the land in Maryland’
OCEAN CITY — Gov. Larry Hogan drew a proverbial line in the sand Wednesday, warning lawmakers they could find themselves out of a job if they oppose his executive order […]
ACLU asks Md. Gov. Hogan to withhold $5M for private school vouchers
ANNAPOLIS — The ACLU of Maryland and the state’s teachers’ union are calling on Gov. Larry Hogan to withhold $5 million in state funding for private school vouchers. The groups […]
Baltimore Co. schools prepare for Education Week
Baltimore County Public Schools are gearing up for Education Week, a weeklong showcase featuring activities and events focused around teaching and learning.
O’Malley: School systems fall short when it comes to transparency
O'Malley, who seemed surprised by a sixth-grade student's question, said school systems don't always do a good job when it comes to public transparency and said lawmakers might need to see if there is a legislative remedy.
