Gov. Hogan Slams 'Whiny School Boards' Over Post-Labor Day Start

Schools will start after Labor Day 2017 across Maryland, with classes beginning after Sept. 4, unless a state waiver is given.

Bethesda Students in Running for $100K Scholarship Prize

Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology announced 2016 semi-finalists this week. They're advancing to regionals next month.

Bethesda School Boundary, School Recommendations Released

Montgomery County Schools superintendent has suggested boundary changes and more to address crowding in Bethesda schools.

School Start Date: Montgomery County Seeks OK to Begin Before Labor Day

BREAKING: The school calendar will change starting in 2017 across Maryland, with classes beginning after Sept. 4, unless a waiver is given.

Walk to School Day 2016: 6 Bethesda, Chevy Chase Schools Participate

Montgomery County schools join more than 4,000 schools around the country (and beyond) on this day.

Video Shows Chant With Racial Slur on School Bus | Patch PM

Free tickets to tons of Maryland museums | Latest Md. poll looks bad for Trump | Cal Ripken selling $12.5M home

Drivers Passing Stopped School Buses in Maryland Jumps Roughly 50 Percent (ICYMI)

Offenses can cost a driver as much as $570 and come with a whopping three points on one's Maryland driver's license.

Drivers Passing Stopped School Buses in Maryland Up Roughly 50 Percent

Offenses can cost a driver as much as $570 and come with a whopping three points on one's driver's license.

Kennedy High Educator Is Finalist for State Teacher of the Year

Hailed for his "invigorating" teaching style, he's a co-founder of the Montgomery County Minority Scholars Program.

Free Vaccine Clinics for Students Coming in September

Montgomery County students who do not have state-mandated vaccinations can get them at clinics planned for Sept. 13-15.

School Bus Laws, More Cameras Watching Drivers: Montgomery Back to School

Almost 5,000 drivers were ticketed for violating laws tied to school buses in Montgomery County in the past two years, police say.

Stolen Credit Card Used in McDonald's Run: Police

Montgomery County Police say a woman stole a credit card in a Wheaton burglary and used it at Lakeforest Mall in Gaithersburg.

Donation Drive for Backpacks Helps Montgomery County Schools

More than 50,000 students receive free and reduced lunches in the county, and may need help with school supplies, officials say.

2 Montgomery County Schools Climb Newsweek’s Top Public High Schools 2016

Newsweek’s annual ranking of public high schools rates how well high schools are preparing students for college.

Montgomery County School Calendar for 2016-17 Year: Reminder

When does school start? When are the breaks? Find important Montgomery County Public Schools dates.

Montgomery County School Calendar for 2016-17 Year

When does school start? When are the breaks? When are early dismissals? Find important Montgomery County Public Schools dates.

MoCo Elementary School Teachers Lead Nation in Planning Time: Report

A study by an education group finds that local teachers have more time to prepare lessons for pupils; union chief disagrees.

Prom Booze, Graduation Controversy | Patch PM

"Fire Selfie" arsonist sentenced | State's open burn ban starts now | Mysterious remains 'suspicious' | When is Shark Week?

Teen Drinking, Graduation Decision Continue to Stir Controversy

Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School seniors who drank at prom may attend graduation; see superintendent's letter overruling principal.

Teen Drinking: Drunk Prom-Goers Allowed to Walk at Graduation

Principal of Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School told some seniors who were drunk at prom they couldn't attend graduation; that was overturned.

Bethesda Student in 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee

Ten Maryland students are competing for prizes at the 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor.

'Purple Drank' Mix Sends Middle School Students to Hospital

The potentially lethal mix of vodka, NyQuil and candy sent a half-dozen Silver Spring students to the hospital on Friday.

Bethesda Native Selected for Penn State's Orientation Team

Annie Heffernan, a Penn State junior, will help lead the New Student Orientation program for first-year students.

How Much Student Loan Debt Do Bethesda Residents Have?

WalletHub looked at the towns in the U.S. with the most and least student loan debt. Find where your Maryland community ranks.

How Does Income Gap Affect Montgomery Schools Students?

A new study ties a community's average income to the success of its students. Find out how Montgomery schools compare.

Walt Whitman High Leads Rankings of Maryland's Best High Schools (ICYMI)

2016 Best High Schools U.S. News Rankings include top schools in Maryland. Methodology includes graduation rates for first time.

Day Added to School Calendar in Montgomery County

There's a new last day of school in Montgomery County after too many snow days in the 2015-16 school year.

Walt Whitman High Tops Rankings of Maryland High Schools

2016 Best High Schools U.S. News Rankings include top schools in Maryland. Methodology includes graduation rates for first time.

25 Top Maryland High Schools: U.S. News Rankings

2016 Best High Schools U.S. News Rankings include top schools in Maryland. Methodology includes graduation rates for first time.

Free Prom Dress Giveaway Wednesday Afternoon in Bethesda

The Once Upon a Prom Club will give free dresses to girls April 13 starting at 2 p.m. at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School. Get there early.

Montgomery Schools Snow Waiver Denied (ICYMI)

State officials say Montgomery County Schools didn't do enough to make up lost days from the blizzard. When is the last day of school?

State Says 'No' To Montgomery Schools Snow Waiver

State officials say Montgomery County Schools didn't do enough to make up lost days from the blizzard. When is the last day of school?

Local School Finishes First in Leukemia Fundraising Drive

The challenge program involved students from throughout the Washington, D.C., region.

X-STEM Extreme STEM Symposium

The USA Science and Engineering Festival kicks off with X-STEM—the world’s Extreme STEM symposium for students.

Finalists for Montgomery County Teacher of Year Named

All three teachers in the running for the honor are lauded for their extra efforts in science, technology and their passion for learning.

Montgomery County Graduation Rates Dip

High school graduation rates for 2015 were released by the state of Maryland, and Montgomery County overall slid back a bit.

Weather Message from Montgomery County Schools

Montgomery County Public Schools amend plans on Tuesday, Feb. 16.

Montgomery School Events Canceled As Snow Approaches

Montgomery County Public Schools are changing schedules with snow and slippery roads expected late Friday afternoon.

Reminder: Montgomery Schools Back to Class Monday

After a week spent shoveling sidewalks and plowing parking lots, Montgomery County Public Schools will open on time Monday.

Montgomery County Schools Make Weather Decision for Thursday

The school system will offer free lunch at 11 sites Thursday since schools will be closed. Administrative offices will open.