TOWSON, MD—The Chesapeake Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (CHESPRA) has presented five awards – including an award of excellence – to Baltimore County Public Schools for the quality of its communications efforts. Contest entries were created during the 2020-2021 school year and were judged by an external panel. CHESPRA members include school systems from throughout Maryland, Virginia, […]
TOWSON. MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday announced spending proposals for Baltimore County’s $160.7 million allocation from the American Rescue Plan, which advance a broad range of innovative, equity-focused efforts in addition to ongoing pandemic response needs. Officials will utilize approximately $80 million in funds to support Baltimore County’s ongoing public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Baltimore County […]
TOWSON, MD—The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools has announced the launch of the “Putting Students First” grant program in partnership with First Financial Federal Credit Union (FFFCU). This grant program will award up to 10 BCPS educators with grants of $500 each to enhance student learning with additional supplies, resources, and/or opportunities/experiences. The application deadline is Wednesday, November […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials have announced that all schools will be closed on Friday, October 29 due to severe weather. Daycare programs in school buildings will be closed. Central and administrative offices will be open with option for telework or unscheduled leave for staff. Harford County Public Schools will also be closed. A major coastal flooding event is […]
TOWSON, MD—All Baltimore County Public Schools high school students are invited to participate in the fifth annual BCPS-HBCU Virtual College Fair. The fair will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2021, from 4 – 7 p.m. At the free event, students will have the opportunity to meet representatives from more than 30 Historically Black Colleges and Universities from throughout the […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Northeast Area Elementary Boundary Study Committee will host a public information session next week to provide information and gather feedback about boundary options and the study process. The virtual meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. The event will include an explanation of the process, a presentation of data, and a question-and-answer period. […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission has been named for the 2021-2025 term. The 19 commission members serve four-year terms and are chosen to “reflect the rich cultural, geographic, ethnic, and racial diversity of Baltimore County.” In accordance with the Maryland Educational Code, eight members — one from each legislative district — are appointed by the governor, in […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools will be hosting a recruitment event for school nurses and health assistants in November. The event will be held 5 – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology. Interested professionals are encouraged to apply online before the event. BCPS officials say school nurse applicants must […]