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Five Things to Know Today, Aug. 31, in Montgomery County
It’s Monday, Aug. 31, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Back to School: Montgomery County Public Schools welcome back students virtually today for the first day… Read More
MCPS’ Elimination of Chief Medical Officer Causes Concern
When the public school year gets under way in Montgomery County, parents, teachers, and students will notice some big changes. A $30 million budget shortfall forced the school system to… Read More
County Council to Host Virtual Hearing on Great Seneca Plan
The County Council will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, to gather feedback on the recently approved “Great Seneca Plan: Connecting Life and Science.” This marks… Read More
Recent School Violence Prompts Official Reactions
Following recent incidents of violence, including a stabbing at a high school this week, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Interim Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight issued a message to the MCPS… Read More
Board of Education Discusses Best Ways to Replace Police Officers in Schools
Members of the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education (BOE) spent Tuesday afternoon discussing how best to keep students safe without having a daily police presence in the schools.… Read More
MCPD Chief: Police Believe Residents View Officers as ‘Unnecessary Evil’
Police morale is low, according to Montgomery County Police Chief Marcus Jones. “They just don’t feel as if the community is giving them their worth.” Jones explained during Wednesday’s County… Read More
Wilkins, Acevero Introduce Bills Proposing Elimination of School Resource Officers
Two State Delegates, representing Montgomery County residents, are introducing legislation in the Maryland House of Delegates aimed at reimagining police in public schools across Maryland. The two bills propose eliminating… Read More