Free Meals For PGCPS Summer Program Students Start Monday, All Kids Eat For Free Starting July 7

PGCPS will offer free meals to its summer program students starting Monday. All kids 18 and younger can eat for free starting July 7.

These 2 MD Universities Ranked Among World’s Best By US News

The latest edition of the Best Global Universities includes schools from more than 100 countries. See which MD schools made the list.

Interim Superintendent Tapped By Prince George's County Executive-Elect Aisha Braveboy

Less than 24 hours after former PGCPS Superintendent House resigned during a school board meeting, an interim superintendent has been named.

PGCPS Superintendent Resigns During School Board Meeting

PGCPS's superintendent resigned during the Thursday night school board meeting. Last week, educators cast no-confidence votes in the leader.

Teachers Vote 'No Confidence' In Superintendent Of Prince George's County Public Schools

Members of the Prince George's County Education Association have cast no-confidence votes in PGCPS Superintendent Millard House II.

Where MD Ranks For Racial Equality In Education

A new ranking by WalletHub revealed where students receive the best educational opportunities regardless of race.

Teacher Protest Puts Staff Shortages, Packed Classrooms In Spotlight

At a school board meeting last Thursday, Prince George's teachers protested staffing shortages, overcrowded classrooms and burnout.

Fires Sparked By Chromebook Challenge Popular Among Students

A social media trend called the Chromebook Challenge is popular among students and has been igniting fires and explosions.

$2,500 National Merit Scholarship Awarded To 1 Bowie Student

One student from Prince George's County has been awarded a $2,500 National Merit scholarship in the latest round of finalists.

10 Carson Scholars Named At Prince George's County Public Schools

Ten students have been named Carson Scholars at Prince George's County Public Schools, the largest group of such scholars for PGCPS.

Kermit The Frog To Deliver UMD Commencement Speech

Kermit will return to the University of Maryland on May 21 to address the summer 2024, winter 2024 and spring 2025 graduates.

PGCPS Ranks In Top 20 Nationwide For National Board Certified Teachers

The Prince George's County Public School System ranks in the top 20 nationwide for the number of National Board Certified teachers.

2 PG County Students Die From Flu, Superintendent Says

The deaths come amid one of the worst flu seasons the United States has seen in a decade.

6 PGC Schools Earn Excellence In Gifted, Talented Education Award

One Prince George's school earned the award a second time, while five earned the award a third time.

12 PGCPS Students Named Posse Scholars, Receive 4-Year Scholarships

Twelve PGPCS students have been named Posse Scholars and each will receive four-year full scholarships.

Snow Changes Prince George's Co. School Plans For Feb. 12

Prince George's County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Wednesday, Feb. 12, because of the snowstorm. Here's the latest.

Weather Prompts Prince George's Schools To Adjust Tuesday Schedule

Prince George's County Public Schools has adjusted its schedule for Tuesday in light of the winter storm warning that's been issued.

Fight, Talk Of Weapon Prompt Lockdown At PGC High School Wednesday

A weapon spotted during a fight Wednesday at High Point HS in Beltsville prompted a schoolwide lockdown. Police never found a weapon.

Weather Decision Made By Prince George's Schools For Thursday

Prince George's County Public Schools leaders have made a decision about school for Thursday due to forecasted weather.

Prince George's Teacher Earns Presidential Award For Excellence

A PGCPS teacher is one of 4 in MD and 110 nationwide to win the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

If ICE Visits Prince George's County Public Schools: What To Know

Prince George's County Public Schools has mapped out protocol to be followed by school staff and administrators if ICE officers visit.

Weather Decision Made By Prince George's County Schools For Jan. 22

Low temperatures and icy conditions have prompted Prince George's school officials to make a decision about school Jan. 22.

Prince George's County Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 21

Prince George's County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Tuesday, Jan. 21. Here's the latest.

How Many Snow Days Does Prince George's Co. Public Schools Have Left?

There's 2 rounds of snow forecast in the coming days. How many inclement weather days does PGCPS have? What happens when they're used up?

Prince George's Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 10

Prince George's County Public Schools have made a weather decision for Friday, Jan. 10, classes.

Prince George's Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 9

Prince George's County Public Schools have made a weather decision for Thursday, Jan. 9, classes. Here's the latest on closings and meals.

Prince George's Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 8

Prince George's Public Schools have made a weather decision for Wednesday, Jan. 8, classes. Here's the latest.

Weather Decision Made By Prince George's Schools For Jan. 7

Prince George's County Public Schools have made a weather decision for Tuesday, Jan. 7, classes. Here's the latest.

Weather Decision Made By PGCPS Due To Winter Storm: Jan. 6

Prince George's County Public Schools officials announced Sunday that school will be closed Monday due to an incoming winter storm.

$25M Grant To Bolster Mental Health, Wellness Resources At PGCPS

PGCPS has received a $25M grant to provide students with enhanced access to mental health support.

Design-Build Phase Starts In September For 8 New PGCPS Buildings

School officials have confirmed that the design-build phase will start in September for eight new Prince George's school buildings.

Heat Advisory Prompts PGCPS To Cancel After School Activities, Sports

A heat advisory through 7 p.m. Wednesday has led PGCPS officials to cancel all after school activities and sports practices.

'Unsung Hero’ In The Classroom: Clinton Teacher Shout-Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Alison Jovanovic Makes A Difference In College Park

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Math Educator Makes A Difference In PGC

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

PGCPS Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

Patch has some of the important 2024-25 school year dates to get on the calendar now before the kids head back to the classroom.

Student-Youth Activities, Programming Canceled For Friday Due To Storm

Tropical Storm Debby has been forecast to reach Maryland by Friday. All PGCPS student-youth activities and programming have been canceled.

2 Dunkin’ Regional Scholarship Winners Hail From Prince George's

Dunkin’ and its franchisees in the DMV area awarded each of these recipients with a $2,500 scholarship to pursue an undergraduate degree.

PGCPS Receives EVERFI Empowered Seal For Financial Literacy Education

PGCPS has become one of 10% of U.S. schools to receive the EVERFI Empowered Seal for financial literacy education.

PGC School Board Member Working For MO District Since January: Report

A Prince George's school board member recently resigned after it was discovered he was working full time for a Missouri school district.