Following the release of a summary report detailing an investigation surrounding the promotion of a school principal, County Executive Marc Elrich said the findings are “deeply disturbing.” Paint Branch High… Read More
Last week, a federal judge denied a motion to reinstate opt-outs for LGBTQ+ storybooks in classrooms as a lawsuit continues. “We are grateful and happy that we were able to… Read More
After Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) selected a law firm to investigate allegations surrounding a school principal, County Executive Marc Elrich reiterated calls for a “true, independent investigation.” “It would… Read More
On Monday, a federal court moved to dismiss a case challenging gender identity guidelines in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). The 2-1 decision from the the U.S. Court of Appeals… Read More
On Wednesday, the lawsuit seeking an opt-out option for LGBTQ+ storybooks in classrooms went to the U.S. District Court for Maryland. Judge Deborah Boardman said she will issue a ruling… Read More
The Montgomery County school system is working on a plan to address bullying and hate. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is developing a new district-level bullying, harassment and hate/bias plan,… Read More
A new study looking at public school systems across the country ranks Maryland eighth best in the nation. WalletHub, a personal finance website, compared all 50 states and the District… Read More
Parents rallied again to demand opt-out options for LGBTQ+ reading material in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Ahead of a school board meeting Tuesday, the many protesters — and some… Read More
After the county council approved a $6.7 billion operating budget Thursday, County Executive Marc Elrich said he is thankful more money is going toward schools but criticized a reduced tax… Read More
Students are now allowed to carry Narcan in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). MCPS, health and safety officials announced Monday that students can carry Narcan in schools under new guidance,… Read More
County Council President Evan Glass suggested leaders revisit the state law around the school budget process in order to strengthen transparency. “I think as Montgomery County’s school budget has grown… Read More
Last week, a county council committee moved to reduce some requested funding for Montgomery County Public Schools’ (MCPS) operating budget. On Monday, Council President Evan Glass said the full council… Read More