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

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 […]

BCPS named top school system in eastern U.S. for heart health fundraising, 10th in nation

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 […]

White Marsh Precinct holding 2025 back-to-school supply drive

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 […]

Pine Grove Middle School teacher to embark on 329-mile charity trek across Maryland

CARNEY, MD—Ken Mihalyov, a science teacher at Pine Grove Middle School, is preparing for a grueling 329-mile journey across Maryland to raise funds for children battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Mihalyov will participate in the annual Maryland Trek, a weeklong event organized by local meteorologist Justin Berk, from August 3-9. The Maryland Trek, now in its 12th year, supports […]

Former BCPS employee arrested following reports of inappropriate relationship with student

OVERLEA, MD—A former Baltimore County Public Schools employee has been arrested on sex offense charges. Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department’s Crimes Against Children Unit arrested 30-year-old Donovan Michaud following reports that he had an inappropriate relationship with a student at Overlea High School in Baltimore County. Michaud, who was a building service worker at the school, has been […]

Committee members needed for BCPS southeast elementary school boundary study

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are seeking three volunteers each – two parents and one staff member – from Chase, Oliver Beach, and Seneca elementary schools to serve on a boundary study committee. The purpose of the study is to maximize the use of available space and balance enrollment among Chase, Oliver Beach, and Seneca elementary schools. Those […]

BCPS gym teacher arrested on assault charges after inappropriately touching students

BALTIMORE, MD—A gym teacher at Northwest Academy in Baltimore County has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of second-degree assault after reports of inappropriately touching students, the Baltimore County Police Department announced Wednesday. Jordan Adams, 28, was taken into custody by detectives on June 18, 2025. He is being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center. Authorities […]