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Senator J.B. Jennings introduces legislation requiring School Resource Officers to carry firearms

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Senator J.B. Jennings has introduced Senate Bill 644 — Public Schools — School Resource Officers — Firearms Required, a new measure aimed at bolstering the safety of students and staff in Maryland’s public schools. The proposed legislation mandates that all Public School Resource Officers (SROs) and School Police Officers carry firearms while on duty in schools. Senator Jennings emphasized […]

Ten Harford County schools on modified lockdown due to police investigation

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: Some after-school activities have also been cancelled. Parents should check with their child’s school for details. Original story below… ——— JOPPA, MD—Ten Harford County schools have been placed on a modified lockdown due to an ongoing police investigation in the area, officials say. The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is reportedly searching for a person in crisis in the area, […]

GoFundMe campaign established for family of slain Joppatowne High School student

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

JOPPA, MD—A GoFundMe campaign has been established for the family of Warren Grant, the student who was killed in a shooting at Joppatowne High School on Friday. The page has been established by the Brandon Tolson Foundation, an organization that provides emotional support and financial relief to families who have lost a child. “Warren Grant was a smart, charismatic, funny, […]

Joppatowne High School to remain closed until Thursday, additional schools to close on Monday

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

JOPPA, MD—Following last week’s deadly shooting at Joppatowne High School, the school will remain closed for the first half of the coming week. Some additional Harford County schools will also be closed on Monday. A statement on the Harford County Public Schools website reads as follows: “The tragic events of Friday have taken an emotional toll on this community and […]

Arrest made in deadly Joppatowne High School shooting

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

JOPPA, MD—An arrest has been made in connection with Friday’s deadly shooting at Joppatowne High School. At just after 12:30 p.m. on September 6, deputies from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office responded to Joppatowne High School for an active assailant. A School Resource Officer assigned to the school immediately responded to identify and address the threat. Authorities arrived within minutes […]

Shooting reported at Joppatowne High School

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

I{DATE 7: A suspect has been arrested, charged, and identified. UPDATE 6: The 15-year-old victim, Warren Curtis Grant, has died. The suspect and the victim knew each other, according to a letter from the school system. UPDATE 5: Police say a 15-year old student is in serious condition after bring shot in the chest during a dispute in a school […]

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Maryland State Board, MSDE honor 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—This week, the Maryland State Board of Education and Maryland State Department of Education held a special recognition ceremony for the 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year at the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building. Each of the state’s 24 school systems selects a Teacher of the Year who exemplifies outstanding work as an educator. “So many Marylanders owe their […]

Joppatowne High School educator among Harford County’s 2024 teachers of the year

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BEL AIR, MD—Harford County Public Schools officials have announced the finalists for all areas being honored at the 2024 Celebration of Excellence in Education. These areas include leadership, facilities, food and nutrition, technology, educational support professionals, and custodians. Each nomination was carefully reviewed and scored by a judging panel to determine the finalists. Teacher of the Year Verna Hiser, Gifted […]

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