TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools welcomed more than 111,000 students on Monday, August 29 into its 176 schools for the start of the 2022-2023 school year. BCPS new hires for the school year include nearly 800 teachers, 62.5 office professionals, 11.4 health assistants, 100 paraeducators, and 21 principals. “The start of a new school year is an incredibly exciting time […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—U.S. News and World Report has named Maryland as the number one state for gender equality. The first-ever analysis of its kind cites K-12 education as a leading factor in achieving the nation’s top ranking. “Every child in Maryland deserves access to a world-class education, regardless of what neighborhood they happen to grow up in,” said Governor Larry Hogan. […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Support local students and meet a Ravens player in Nottingham on Sunday. Weis Markets in the Festival at Perry Hall shopping center will be holding a back-to-school drive 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on August 28th. Residents are encouraged to bring school supplies and they will also be able to meet Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. Weis Markets in […]
PIKESVILLE, MD—As thousands of students prepare to return to class next week, Maryland State Police and the Maryland Center for School Safety are reminding motorists to be alert as children are getting on and off of school buses. In a typical school year, more than 600,000 Maryland students ride school buses in Maryland. Drivers must stop at least 20 feet […]
TOWSON, MD—Another school year is underway for Baltimore County Public Schools’ students and staff. Baltimore County Public Library officials are reminding families that the library is more than just books. BCPL has access to several in-person and online tools, e-sources, and engaging programs to help students and their families navigate the school year. While all Baltimore County residents are able […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools has been named the second-most equitable school district in the state of Maryland. With low-income school districts underfunded by around $6,700 per pupil, WalletHub this week released its report on the Most and Least Equitable School Districts in Maryland. To find out where school funding is distributed most fairly, WalletHub scored the equitability of each […]
PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Tuesday announced the construction of a raised pedestrian crosswalk in front of Chapel Hill Elementary School. The crosswalk is designed to slow traffic and improve safety for students and neighbors. Construction will cost about $15,000 and work should be completed in September. The Moores Meadows community and school principal were engaged as […]
PERRY HALL, MD—The Woman’s Club of Perry Hall has awarded a scholarship to a local student. Each year, the group awards a scholarship to a Perry Hall High School female. This year’s $2000 scholarship recipient is Nikylah Jones. Nikylah will be attending the University of Texas at Dallas, majoring in Criminology. The Woman’s Club of Perry Hall, Inc. is committed to […]