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Futures literacy leadership: Leading in the age of disruption
A new program at Western New Mexico University teaches seasoned education leaders how to foster a school culture of constructive conversation, innovation and shared purpose.
Ensuring Safety and Equity: Defending the Practice of Removing Disruptive Students
Allowing students who disrupt and threaten others to remain in classroom disproportionately affects students who do not disrupt or threaten others. Offenders of such acts are not victims. Removing them should be down on the list of options, but an option, nonetheless. Look at the image accompanying this article. Now, you are a school administrator, …
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In the realm of education, there are often schools and districts that operate diligently behind the scenes, garnering little attention but producing remarkable results. Maryland’s Worcester County, on the Eastern Shore, is one such unsung hero in the Maryland. This article shines a light on Worcester County Schools, highlighting their impressive achievements and dedication to …
Rising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2023-24
These exceptional administrators make the grade on student engagement, social-emotional support, career education and more.
Project Baltimore’s Reporting on New BCPS COO is Nothing More Than a Hit Piece With Misleading Information.
The recent appointment of Dr. Jess Grim as the Chief Operating Officer of Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) has been met with unfair criticism from Project Baltimore. The reporter alleges that a mechanic said repairs were made to a bus when they were not. This was done while following him to his car in a …
Lack of Transparency: Maryland State Education Department Under Fire for Concealing Student Test Results
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is facing scrutiny and controversy over its handling of student test results. An investigation by Project Baltimore has revealed that the state is concealing and redacting school results, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. During a recent board meeting, Project Baltimore attempted to speak with key officials responsible for …
Maryland’s Education Plans Approval Process: An Update
The Accountability and Implementation Board for Maryland’s Future is gearing up for the approval of local school system’s education plans in the coming month. However, it remains uncertain how many of the 24 plans will be ready for approval. Efforts are being made to bring most, if not all, of the LEA plans to the …
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Maryland’s Blueprint for Education: Controversies and County Responses
Maryland’s Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, aimed at expanding prekindergarten programs, has been a subject of intense debate. While universal access to pre-K and inclusive curricula for children with disabilities are commendable goals, concerns have emerged, particularly regarding the integration of special education and general education classes in Baltimore County, which may result in larger class …
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Lowering the Bar: Are Maryland’s New Graduation Rules a Disservice to Students?
Maryland’s State Department of Education has recently implemented controversial changes to high school graduation requirements, raising concerns among educators and parents. The modifications, aimed at increasing graduation rates, have sparked debates about the potential impact on students’ preparedness for higher education and future careers. In previous years, Maryland students were required to fulfill three criteria …
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