Here are five top news items from the week of Feb. 5.
1. Montgomery County Public Schools Appoints Interim Superintendent
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Board of Education appointed Dr. Monique Felder as interim superintendent Tuesday. The appointment comes after the former superintendent, Dr. Monifa McKnight, resigned on Friday. The Board unanimously confirmed Felder’s appointment at the start of their meeting, receiving cheers from those in attendance.
2. Maryland Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller Reflects on First Year in Office
More than one year has passed since the historic inauguration of Maryland’s top leadership. In an interview with MCM, Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller reflected on her first year in office, her partnership with Gov. Wes Moore, and her journey in becoming the first woman of color and immigrant elected to her position here in Maryland.
3. Friedson: Full-Time School Board Positions Should Be Considered
During a media briefing Monday, County Council President Andrew Friedson said full-time positions for school board members should be considered.
4. Board of Education Promises More Scrutiny
On Tuesday, Karla Silvestre, President of the Montgomery County Board of Education, took time from the monthly meeting to address the missteps of the past. Here’s what she said.
5. Jawando Introduces Freedom to Leave Act to End Police Consent Searches
A bill that would prohibit police officers from asking people to agree to having their vehicle searched without probable cause was introduced Tuesday afternoon by Councilmember Will Jawando. The Constitution’s 4th Amendment prohibits unreasonable search and seizures.
Jawando Introduces Freedom to Leave Act to End Police Consent Searches
