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Federal Court Rules on Student’s Right to wear Mexican Sash at Graduation
A federal judge from the U.S. District Court has made a ruling that permits a school district to prohibit a student from wearing a sash representing her Mexican-American heritage at her upcoming graduation ceremony. Judge Nina Wang, the author of the ruling, denied the request for an emergency restraining order that aimed to prevent Garfield …
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Public Demands Answers as Maryland School Test Scores Remain Redacted
In a recent development, the Maryland State Superintendent of Schools, Mohammed Choudhury, agreed to an interview with Fox’s Project Baltimore after the news outlet’s persistent efforts to shed light on heavily redacted student test results. However, the public will have to wait until the next monthly meeting of the school board to learn more about …
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Maryland State Board of Education Contemplates Future of State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury
The Maryland State Board of Education faces a critical decision this year regarding the potential extension of State Superintendent of Schools Mohammed Choudhury’s contract. As the state’s multi-billion-dollar education reform plan continues to be implemented, Choudhury’s role and continuity become increasingly significant. While Choudhury is praised for his intelligence, policy knowledge, and dedication to students, …
Local Systems’ Blueprint Plans Delayed due to “Unforced Error”
Approval for the local plans aimed at reforming Maryland’s public schools has been postponed until July. State education officials have decided to take additional time to thoroughly assess the plans. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) convened in person for the first time since December and could have started approving certain …
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Funding Challenges of Maryland’s Kirwan Plan Raise Concerns for Local Governments
Local governments in the region are facing significant financial challenges in meeting the funding requirements of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, also known as the Kirwan Plan. The plan, aimed at improving Maryland schools, has sparked concerns about the funding sources and the burden it places on taxpayers. Fox 45 (Project Baltimore) has been instrumental …
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Golden Ring Middle Is Closing
Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) officials recently made a recommendation to close Golden Ring Middle School in Rosedale during a recent board meeting. The decision is part of BCPS’s plan to improve learning environments and address issues of overcrowding in the area. BCPS officials have proposed the construction of a new middle school in the …
BCPS Appoints New Superintendent. Some Say There was Lack of Input from Stakeholders
Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) has recently appointed Dr. Myriam Yarbrough as the new superintendent. However, the decision-making process did not involve direct input from the public. The selection of Dr. Yarbrough was solely made by the eleven members of the Baltimore County School Board, who conducted their discussions behind closed doors. It is my …
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Whatever happened to the results of MCAP from the Spring of 2022?
Whatever happened to the results of MCAP from the Spring of 2022? For those who have forgotten, the MCAP is the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program. It is Maryland’s standardized testing program that is implemented every Spring. What was different in the Spring of 2022 is that it was the first assessment of any significance since …
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