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School Board member Julie Henn expresses support for Madigan as Baltimore County Inspector General

Posted on August 1, 2025 by News Desk

The following is an opinion piece from Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn. The Office of the Inspector General was created to provide increased accountability and oversight in the operations of Baltimore County Government by identifying fraud, waste, and abuse. The office also finds opportunities to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity. And that’s exactly what Inspector Kelly Madigan […]

Education Department restores Maryland funding after coalition lawsuit

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Education has released more than $100 million in previously withheld funding to Maryland, following a lawsuit (PDF) filed by a coalition of state attorneys general, Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced on Friday. The funding was frozen by the Trump administration on June 30, just weeks before the start of the school year. Maryland was […]

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Select stores at White Marsh Mall to offer teacher discounts throughout August

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

WHITE MARSH, MD—White Marsh Mall will be showing teachers some love throughout the month of August. To show appreciation to all teachers in the local community, the mall is partnering with select stores to offer exclusive discounts throughout the entire month. Shoppers simply need to look for the yellow sticker above on the store. Offers will be available at the […]

Maryland Department of Health, Morgan State University launch new Environmental Health Specialist Apprenticeship Program

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Health and Morgan State University have launched a new apprenticeship program aimed at training the next generation of environmental health specialists in Maryland. The initiative, developed in partnership with the Maryland Professional Employees Council (MPEC), is designed for adult learners seeking careers in public health. The Environmental Health Specialist Apprenticeship Program, approved by the Maryland […]

Advocacy group claims Maryland officials are modifying COMAR to usurp local school boards

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—A Maryland state committee is drawing sharp criticism for an “emergency” regulatory change that critics contend is an attempt to bypass the normal legislative process and override local control of school boards. The move, effective Monday, July 28, 2025, has ignited a debate over state authority versus local autonomy in Maryland’s education system. At issue is an amendment to […]

BCPSfest 2025 date, location announced

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

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 […]

Juvenile in custody following school bus stabbing in Rosedale

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

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 […]

Councilman Marks to introduce resolution to give Inspector General oversight of BCPS