Fire At Perry Hall Elementary School Cancels Wednesday Classes

A fire forced a Baltimore County school to evacuate. Nobody was hurt, but Wednesday classes were canceled.

Future Of Artificial Intelligence Security System Uncertain In Baltimore County Schools

Should an artificial intelligence security system be used in Baltimore County schools? Officials asked families for feedback in a survey.

Unusual Odor Forced Evacuation At Perry Hall Middle School

An unusual odor forced Perry Hall Middle School to evacuate. Nobody was hurt, but some students were evaluated and cleared by medics.

Schools Promise Training After AI Flagged Chips As Gun In Baltimore County

School staff will train on an artificial intelligence security system that flagged a bag of chips as a potential gun in Baltimore County.

Former DMV Principal, Olympian Arrested By ICE: Reports

Immigration officers arrested a former Baltimore and DC principal, reports said. He was also an Olympian. "There were no red flags."

Test Scores, Attendance Improve In Baltimore County Schools

Test scores improved in Baltimore County schools, but there's still room to grow. Leaders think attendance and algebra are key to success.

11 Baltimore County Students Are National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Eleven Baltimore County students are semifinalists for this prestigious scholarship.

Gun Brought To Reisterstown School, Student Arrested: Franklin Middle Principal

A 13-year-old student brought a gun to a Baltimore County school during the first week of classes, officials said. The student was arrested.

Baltimore County Schools Unveil New Cell Phone, Grading, Cursive Initiatives

New cell phone rules are underway in Baltimore County schools. Updated grading and cursive policies were also announced.

Teachers Settle Pay Dispute, Agree To Smaller Raise In Baltimore County

Baltimore County teachers accepted a raise, but it's smaller than they were promised. Here's how much they are getting.

Schools Change Laptop Rules In Baltimore County: See Plan

Schools changed who gets a take-home laptop in Baltimore County. See the new policy and its effect on virtual classes on snow days.

Perry Hall Middle School Removing Trailers As Class Sizes Improve

Overcrowding is improving in this Baltimore County school. Its longstanding classroom trailers, intended to be temporary, will be removed.

Most Baltimore County School Workers Get Raise, Teachers Holding Out

Raises were approved for most Baltimore County school employees. One union is still protesting, however. "We are all frustrated."

Baltimore County Schools Cutting, Reassigning Staff Amid Deficit

The school system is cutting and reassigning staff in Baltimore County. Here's how schools are addressing the deep budget shortfall.

Perry Hall's Chapel Hill Elementary Honored With Blue Ribbon Award

A Perry Hall school won a national award for academic excellence. Earning the honor "is extraordinarily difficult," a community leader said.

Next Student Member Of School Board Elected In Baltimore County

An Eastern Technical High junior will be the next student member of the Baltimore County school board. Meet the new voice of the students.

Immigration Visas Revoked For Some UMBC, Johns Hopkins, UMD Students

Immigration visas were revoked for some international students at three Maryland colleges. The universities don't know why.

Baltimore Co. Schools' Head Denies Wrongdoing Over Residency Questions

Does the public school superintendent live in Baltimore County? She says yes, but an inspector general thinks she may have moved too late.

Campfield Early Learning Center Closing Year Early In Gwynn Oak

A disability-focused pre-kindergarten center will close a year early in Baltimore County due to declining enrollment and aging facilities.

Teachers Rally For Raises Outside Budget Hearing At Perry Hall High

Teachers rallied for raises outside Perry Hall High. The union said it was promised a salary increase, but the county faces a tight budget.

Teacher, Principal Of Year Finalists Announced In Baltimore County

The Teacher of the Year finalists were announced in Baltimore County. Six school administrators are also in the running for awards.

Schools Request Bigger Budget, But Baltimore County Can't Afford It

Schools requested more money, but Baltimore County can’t afford to fully fund their proposal. Budget cuts may be necessary.

BCPS Budget May Need Cuts, Baltimore County Faces Tough Choices

Baltimore County schools won't get all the money they requested this year, a report said. Tough choices lay ahead amid MD's budget deficit.

Snow Changes School Plans In Baltimore County For Feb. 12

Schools made a snow decision in Baltimore County. Here's the plan for Wednesday classes.

Snow Decision Made By Baltimore County Public Schools For Feb. 11

A snow decision was made by Balimore County Public Schools for Tuesday classes. The state could see 2 to 8 inches of snow.

Overlea Teacher Investigated Over Possible Post On Illegal Immigration

A teacher is under investigation over possible posts about illegal immigration. The Baltimore County educator is on leave, a report said.

Campfield Early Learning Center May Close Year Early In Gwynn Oak

A disability-focused pre-kindergarten center may close a year early in Baltimore County due to declining enrollment and aging facilities.

Baltimore County Schools Change Schedule For Feb. 6

Baltimore County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Thursday, Feb. 6, as ice and sleet move in. Here's the latest.

BCPS Short $20M In Budget Proposal, Job Cuts Also Planned: Reports

Baltimore Co. schools are short $20 million for their budget proposal. Job cuts were already planned. The new gap adds further uncertainty.

Weather Decision Made By Baltimore County Schools For Jan. 22

With sub-zero wind chills possible in Maryland, Baltimore County schools changed their Wednesday class schedules.

Baltimore County Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 21

Baltimore County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Tuesday, Jan. 21. Here's the latest.

Baltimore County Schools Make Snow Decision For Jan. 8

With snow starting to melt, Baltimore County Public Schools announced its plans for Wednesday classes.

Weather Decision Made For Baltimore Co. Public Schools On Jan. 6

Baltimore County Public Schools have made a weather decision for Monday, Jan. 6, classes. Here's the latest.

Baltimore County Schools Make Snow Decision With Slushy Storm Looming

Baltimore County schools made a weather decision with snow squalls possible Friday. The wintry mix could stymie the evening commute.

Cell Phone Restrictions Successful So Far In Baltimore County Schools

Cell phone restrictions are working well in Baltimore County schools piloting the program. "Students are more engaged," a principal said.

MD's Best Middle Schools Ranked In New Analysis

These are Maryland's top 25 public middle schools, a new ranking said. See if your school made the list.

Brand-New Nottingham Middle School To Cut Ribbon On $116M Facility

Baltimore County has a new middle school for the first time in 18 years. A ribbon cutting will celebrate the school, which cost over $100M.

Vincent Farm Elementary School Evacuated Temporarily After Leak

A Baltimore County school was temporarily evacuated "out of an abundance of caution" after a leak. Everybody is safe.

School Bus Cameras Will Ticket Unlawful Baltimore County Drivers

Drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses will soon get ticketed. Baltimore County buses added cameras to penalize offenders.

When Do You Stop For A School Bus? Know The Law In Maryland

Nearly 500,000 school buses take about 25 million students to and from school. Here's what Maryland drivers need to know about the law.

Annual Golden Apple Educator Awards Now Open For Submissions

Freedom Federal Credit Union invites Harford and Baltimore County educators to seek funding for their creative ideas.

New Financial Rewards Program Benefits School Employees

Freedom Federal Credit Union introduces new benefits for local educators in time of need.