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A bill that would provide more money for school construction throughout Maryland is scheduled for a hearing in Annapolis. The measure known as the “Built to Learn Act.” Under the plan, $2.2 billion in additional funding would go to school construction over several years. It would be financed by bonds through the Maryland Stadium Authority. […]

Waverly Elementary/Middle School Language Arts Teacher Kyair Butts was named the Baltimore City Teacher of the Year. Having only taught at Waverly for one year, but affectionally known as “Mr. K”, he is also known for his passion for language arts achievement and equity in the classroom. And his students love him! He was surprised […]

Join Our Text Club To Get The Latest Music, Entertainment, Contests And Breaking News On Your Phone. Text BALTIMORE to 24042 to join! U.S. News reviewed over 23,000 public schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia for the 2019 Best High Schools rankings. There are 215 Maryland schools honored, including several Baltimore City […]

The state is investing in Baltimore city’s future. About $1 million a year over the next four years will come from the state and will be spent, for the most part, on building security. See Also: Parents Outraged After High School Issues Dress Code For Parents The money comes up almost three months after an intruder […]

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A Project Baltimore investigation has found five Baltimore City high schools and one middle school do not have a single student proficient in the state tested subjects of math and English. We sat down with a teen who attends one of those schools and has overcome incredible challenges to find success. Source:FoxBaltimore   Want news […]

Researchers found that just having one African-American educator can reduce one's risk of not finishing high school by 30 percent.

He says many kids don't have mentors to keep them on track, as he had growing up.

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Chance the Rapper announces the launch of the New Chance Arts and Literature Fund for Chicago public schools.

An African-American boy launches a book club featuring literature with positive Black characters.

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Former First Lady Michelle Obama made a special appearance on Thursday night’s episode of FOX’s MasterChef Junior.