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Two BCPS high school students named semifinalists in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Education has named two Baltimore County Public Schools high school students as semifinalists in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program honors high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, creative, and performing arts, or in career and technical education. Up to 161 students are selected annually, and […]

U.S. News & World Report ranks BCPS high schools among best in state, nation

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County’s public high schools placed well in the annual U.S. News & World Report’s Best High Schools list released on Tuesday, with five placing among the top 30 high schools in the state, 14 among the top 150, three among the state’s top five magnet schools, and four among the nation’s best magnet schools. Eastern Technical High School […]

Frost Advisory issued for Tuesday morning in Baltimore area

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has once again issued a Frost Advisory for the overnight hours in the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Forecasters say temperatures as low as 34 degrees will result in frost formation, which could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. Residents […]

BOOM ALERT: Aberdeen Proving Ground announces testing schedule for week of April 22

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for the week of April 22, 2024. APG has daytime and nighttime testing operations scheduled for April 22 – 26 between approximately 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Officials say these operations are not hazardous to residents […]

Frost Advisory issued for Baltimore area overnight

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Chilly weather is sticking around a bit longer in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for the overnight hours. The advisory will be in effect from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024. Forecasters say temperatures as low as 34 degrees will result in frost formation, which could kill sensitive […]

Baltimore County Police Department announces community events in observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2024

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Every April, the Office for Victims of Crime leads communities throughout the country in their annual observances of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW). Through NCVRW, the Baltimore County Police Department will honor crime victims and survivors, recognize the professionals and volunteers who provide critical services to victims of crime, and raise awareness about crime victims’ rights and services. […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Maryland’s Crime Epidemic Continues

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

The following is a legislative update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Over the last few years, many communities in Maryland have been plagued with a significant increase in crime. The carnival at White Marsh Mall was canceled recently due to juvenile disturbances. The other day, a near mob scene occurred at Towson Mall related to unruly kids. We […]

BCPS Teacher Principal of the Year 2024-2025

BCPS names Teacher of the Year, Essex educator named Principal of the Year