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These Are the Best Elementary Schools in Maryland According to New 2027 U.S. News Rankings

The school ranked first in Maryland’s newest elementary rankings doesn’t even have kindergarten classes. It serves grades two through five, an intriguing detail behind a list that families may want to examine more closely. U.S. News released its 2027 rankings in October 2026, using reading and mathematics results...

Maryland · 7h
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Maryland’s Top 25 Public High Schools for 2026-2027, According to Public School Review

Public School Review has released its rankings of Maryland’s top public high schools for the 2026-2027 school year, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) claiming the top two positions in the state and placing eight schools among the top 25 (top 25 rankings below). Walt Whitman High School in...

Maryland · 2d
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Maryland Marching Band Association Announces 2026 State Champions and Final Rankings

Several Montgomery County high schools earned top finishes at the 2026 Maryland Marching Band Association (MMBA) State Championships, highlighted by Thomas S. Wootton High School winning the Open-Small division and Quince Orchard High School finishing second in the Show Band division. Wootton earned a score of 93.6 to capture the...

Montgomery County, MD · 2d
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Game of the week: Smithsburg, Mountain Ridge set to square off for berth in state quarters

There are four big reasons why Smithsburg’s football team would love nothing more than to beat Mountain Ridge in Friday night’s Maryland 1A West Region second-round game. The first three reasons are simple. The Miners are 3-0 against the Leopards in the all-time series. The fourth reason, however,...

Smithsburg, MD · 22h
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Northwest High School student killed in crash

Ethan Ramos, a junior at Northwest High School, died in a single-vehicle crash in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County, MD · 23h

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Northwest principal placed on leave

Germantown, MD — Principal Scott Smith of Northwest High School was placed on administrative leave on Oct. 14. MCPS’s Division of School Leadership released the following letter regarding his departure: “I am writing to let you know that Mr. Scott Smith is currently on leave. At this time, assistant principal Mrs. Danielle Abdelsalam will serve as the acting principal. Under her leadership, we are confident that the operations of the school and instructional program will remain strong during Mr. Smith’s absence…We are committed to sharing more information regarding the length of Mr. Smith’s absence when available.”

Germantown, MD · 3d

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BCPS to transition to virtual after three traditional inclement weather closures

Baltimore County Public Schools announced its inclement weather plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) permits local school systems to repurpose inclement weather days as virtual school days and BCPS plans to transition to virtual learning after three traditional inclement weather closures. If additional...

Baltimore County, MD · 11h

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MCPS Announces Winners of 38th Annual High School Cheerleading Competition

Cheerleading teams from all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) high schools competed in the 38th annual MCPS Cheerleading Competition on Saturday, October 31, at Montgomery Blair High School. MCPS shared that the annual competition brought together squads from across the county to showcase their skills through routines featuring high-flying stunts,...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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MCPS schools face closures as enrollment rates decline

“Too many schools, too few students,” a problem that MCPS is more than well aware of. For the first time in over 40 years, student enrollment in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is declining, leading the Board of Education (BOE) to determine which schools should be shut down and consolidated. Due to declining birth rates and changes in demographics across the county, more schools are experiencing low attendance rates and more vacant space. The conversation around closing and consolidating schools has been thoughtfully looked at over the past couple of months, although MCPS has recently brought attention to the public.

Montgomery County, MD · 2d

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Montgomery County Schools Earn Top Spots in Maryland’s Best Public Schools Rankings

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has earned numerous top spots in Public School Review’s latest rankings of Maryland’s best public schools, including the top three high schools in the state. The rankings also place eight MCPS middle schools and 12 elementary schools among Maryland’s top 25 in their respective categories.

Montgomery County, MD · 6h

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High school stat leaders through Nov. 8

Thanks to a strong opening round in the postseason, North Hagerstown athletes continue to lead in several stat categories over multiple sports. Two Hubs, Michael Stewart and Donald Rivers, have been men among boys on the football field and combine to top our leaderboards in four different places. Stewart leads locals in both rushing yards (1,185) and TDs (14), while Rivers ranks No. 1 amongst area defenders in both tackles (147) and sacks (7). Both players have an opportunity to build on those totals in a playoff game this weekend.

Hagerstown, MD · 2d

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Calvert High School Wrestling Match Times for 2026-27 Season in Prince Frederick

Calvert High School wrestling matches in Prince Frederick, Maryland, generally start at 5:30 p.m., although some matches are scheduled at 5:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m., depending on the date and opponent. This schedule reflects the program’s effort to offer structured competitive opportunities for its wrestling team throughout the 2026-27 season.

Prince Frederick, MD · 19h

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After 54 Years and 1,500 Wins, Jefferson's John Lowery Retiring as Baseball Coach

From the Jefferson High School athletics Facebook page (JHS Cougars Athletics):. After 54 years as the Head Coach of JHS Cougars Baseball, Coach Lowery has announced his retirement. There are no words that can thank Coach for his dedication and service to our community. He retires with the most wins...

Jefferson County, WV · 2d

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East Baltimore County high school sports check-in

Fall sports for Baltimore County Public Schools are underway. Here’s a check-in on some varsity teams as of Tuesday, Nov. 10, for Chesapeake, Kenwood, Eastern Technical, Overlea, Parkville and Perry Hall high schools. Football Chesapeake defeated Central on Nov. 6 with a final score of 14-0. After a loss to Parkville on Oct. 31, Kenwood won back to back games against Dulaney (36-16) and Digital Harbor (36-26). Eastern Technical stands strong with consecutive wins against WTES (31-26), Chesapeake High School (15-6) and North Harford (43-32). Overlea fell to Perry Hall on Oct. 30 (26-6) and City College on Nov. 6 (40-0). Parkville defeated Catonsville (32-31) and Dulaney (14-7) in back to back victories. Perry Hall Defeated Overlea (26-6) on Oct. 30 for their first win of the season, but fell to Woodlawn (38-6). Boys soccer Chesapeake fell to Sparrows Point 7-0 on Oct. 30, following their previous win against Owings Mills. Following their Oct. 15 win against Parkville, Kenwood fell to Overlea and Dundalk in back to back losses. Eastern Technical won consecutive games against Fallston, Forest Park and Sparrows Point. Parkville’s fell to Kenwood (1-0) and Dundalk (5-2) for their final games of October. Following a 2-1 win over

Baltimore County, MD · 1d

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Little Patriots Civics Bee offers K-5 students a shot at $100,000 in scholarships

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A new scholarship competition is giving America's youngest students a chance to win big while learning about American civics. Little Patriots Civics Bee is a nationwide contest for students in kindergarten through fifth grade that challenges children to think critically, express their ideas, and better understand how government works. The Bee is hosted by the American Cornerstone Institute, founded by Dr. Ben Carson, and will award $100,000 in prizes to participating students.

Baltimore, MD · 11h

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The Intertwined History of Walter Johnson and Woodward High Schools

As Charles W. Woodward High School prepares to reopen in fall 2027, nearly 40 years after closing, the school is beginning a new chapter in a history that has long been intertwined with neighboring Walter Johnson High School. The two schools have shared students, traditions and even a mascot, with their histories dating back to the rapid growth of Montgomery County’s suburban Bethesda and Rockville communities in the 1950s and 1960s.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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New athletic director brings fresh perspective

Jamesia Tuiava, WJ’s new athletic director, has worn most of the hats in school athletics. She has been a D1 college basketball player, a college coach, a gym teacher, a substitute teacher, a principal and an athletic director. She joined WJ this fall from Brentwood School District in Missouri, where she oversaw athletics and activities for grades six through 12.

Baltimore, MD · 1d

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CSM And UMBC Sign Dual Admissions Agreement To Expand Transfer Options And Support Student Success

LA PLATA, Md.– Students at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) can seamlessly transfer to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) for a bachelor’s degree through a new dual admissions agreement signed Thursday, Nov. 5. Under the agreement, eligible students who earn an associate degree from CSM...

Catonsville, MD · 16h

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Prince George's County Valedictorian Detained After Baltimore ICE Check-In, Held in Louisiana

A University of Maryland student who once graduated at the top of her class at Parkdale High School has been detained by immigration authorities, according to her boyfriend, who says she and her mother are now being held in Louisiana after attending a routine immigration check-in in Baltimore. Maria Flores Garcia, a public health major who dreamed of becoming a doctor, had built a life defined by academic achievement since arriving from El Salvador as a child — a story now upended by her detention.

Baltimore, MD · 1d

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Public School Review 2026-2027 Rankings: MCPS Schools on the Rise Across Maryland

Public School Review has released its rankings of Maryland’s top public schools, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) taking center stage across high school, middle school, elementary school and specialized program categories....

Montgomery County, MD · 8h