TOWSON, MD—Two Baltimore County high schools have been ranked among the top five in Maryland by U.S. News & World Report, with a total of six schools placing in the state’s top 50. Eastern Technical High School held its position as the No. 1 high school in Maryland, while Western School of Technology jumped to No. 5, up from No. […]
The following is an op-ed piece from Councilman David Marks. On Monday, August 4th, a majority of the Baltimore County Council rejected the County Executive’s choice for Inspector General. I opposed the nomination. In all my years as a Councilman, I have never seen such opposition to an appointment—and support for the current Inspector General, Kelly Madigan. I received emails […]
COCKEYSVILLE, MD—In memory of the late Dr. Tim Tooten, the Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools will be “stuffing the bus” with school supplies. The event will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Padonia International Elementary School (Galloway Avenue entrance). Padonia International Elementary School is located at 9834 Greenside Drive in Cockeysville. […]
TOWSON, MD—The date for BCPSfest 2025 has been announced. The annual back-to-school celebration will take place 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at New Town High School. At BCPSfest 2025, attendees will be able to celebrate the upcoming 2025-26 school year, participate in hands-on activities, learn more about BCPS and community-based programs and services, and explore […]
ROSEDALE, MD—A juvenile is in custody following a stabbing incident involving a student who had just exited a school bus in Rosedale on Thursday, Baltimore County police say. Authorities were called to the area of Franklin Square Drive and King Avenue for a report of an assault. According to school officials, a student from Kenwood High School’s summer program was […]
UPDATE: Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn has issued the following statement: “Thank you to Baltimore County Councilman David Marks for his support of Inspector General Kelly Madigan and for his efforts to expand the Baltimore County Office of the Inspector General’s jurisdiction to include Baltimore County Public Schools. I have long advocated for increased oversight, was proud […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) has been recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) as the top school system in the eastern United States for its heart health fundraising efforts during the last school year. The district also secured the 10th spot nationwide. Through the Kids Heart Challenge and the American Heart Challenge programs, BCPS students, staff, and communities […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department’s White Marsh Precinct has announced its 2025 Back-to-School Supply Drive. The drive will runs now through September 22, 2025. Supplies can be dropped off at the shopping cart in the precinct’s lobby. The drive is being organized by the BCoPD Community Outreach Team. The White Marsh Precinct is located at 8220 Perry Hall Boulevard […]