UMD: University To Honor Billy Jones And Darryl Hill, Two Athletic And Social Justice Trailblazers

See the latest announcement from University of Maryland - College Park.

College Financial Aid Applications In Bowie Area: Compare To MD

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Bowie area high schools have done so far.

Graduation Plans, Last Day Of School Announced In Prince George's

PGCPS announced plans for in-person graduations. Plus, students will finish classes a few days early thanks to distance learning.

UMD: Inauguration Week: University Of Maryland President Darryll J. Pines

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Stacey Abrams Will Address Graduates At Bowie State Commencement

Voting rights champion Stacey Abrams will address about 700 Bowie State University graduates at a hybrid commencement ceremony.

PGCPS Adds Ticket Cameras To Buses, Hopes To Catch Violators

Every PGCPS bus now has a ticket camera. The technology catches drivers who illegally blow past the buses' stop signs.

UMD: University Of Maryland President Darryll J. Pines Recognized As Top 50 Leader In Higher Education

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Verizon Recalls Wi-Fi Hotspots Used By PGCPS Students

Citing fire concerns, Verizon recalled most of the Wi-Fi hotspots used by distance learners in Prince George's County.

Hybrid Classes Start Thursday In Prince George's County

Hybrid classes start Thursday in Prince George's County. Here’s everything you need to know.

UMD: Three UMD Students Named 2021 Goldwater Scholars

UMD's 2021 Goldwater Scholars are:

PGCPS Students Win Harvard Debate In Spanish: Report

Two Prince George's County students won a Harvard debate in Spanish, a report said.

UMD: Terrapin Development Company Selects Brandywine Realty Trust As Master Developer For Next Phase Of Discovery District Development

The Discovery District is the epicenter of academic, research and economic catalysts in Greater College Park. The $300+ million developm ...

HBCUs Get Millions Of Dollars Thanks To Bipartisan Law: Hogan

Maryland's four HBCUs will get more than $500 million each year. Gov. Larry Hogan signed the bipartisan proposal into law on Tuesday.

UMD: University Of Maryland Joins Nationwide Taskforce On Higher Education And Opportunity

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What Will Hybrid Classes Look Like In Prince George's County?

PGCPS released its full safety plan for hybrid classes. Here's to expect when students head back to schools next month.

In Bowie Area, Share Of College Grads Increases

The share of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been rising in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Prince George's County.

Bowie Educator Wins National Award, Praised For Virtual Teaching

A Bowie elementary school educator won a national award for making deep connections with students, despite teaching virtually.

Schools Need Police Officers, Board Of Education Decides: Report

Officials voted to keep police officers in Prince George's schools. The decision follows months of debate surrounding George Floyd's death.

Number Of Hybrid Students Announced As PGCPS Prepares For Return

How many students will take hybrid classes in Prince George's County? Patch has the answer.

'Unethical' Actions Divide Prince George's School Board: Report

A school official said her colleagues committed "unethical and potentially illegal" actions, reports informed. An investigation is underway.

Hybrid Classes Will Start In Prince George's County

Hybrid classes will soon start in Prince George's County, the school system announced Wednesday. Here's the plan.

Bowie High Teacher Named One Of Best New Educators In Maryland

A Bowie High School teacher was named one of the best new educators in his field. Three other PGCPS employees also won awards.

PGCPS Starts Vaccinating Teachers; CEO Considers Hybrid Classes

Teachers can now get the coronavirus vaccine in Prince George's County. PGCPS is also considering reopening schools.

Pandemic Forces PGCPS To Save Up Despite Growing Schools, Costs

PGCPS has rising costs, but the pandemic has hurt the county's revenue. The school board now seeks feedback on balancing growth and savings.

DMV Teachers Call For More Distance Learning Until Metrics Fall

DMV teachers called for continued distance learning and a unified reopening plan. These are their concerns about heading back too soon.

PGCPS Adapts To Capacity Issues As Student Body Grows

Some Prince George's schools are packed. Others have too much space. With a booming enrollment, PGCPS is redrawing its school districts.

Several Prince George's County Students Win Full Scholarships

More than a dozen Prince George's County students won full scholarships. Are any of them from your school district?

There's No Homework This Week In Prince George's: Here's Why

Prince George's County students won't have any homework this week. Here's why they will have a bit more free time.

Billionaire Donates $25M To Bowie State As Part Of $4.1B Campaign

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $25 million to Bowie State University. Scott is a novelist and the ex-wife of Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos.

New School Board Members Set To Take Office In Prince George's

Prince George's County voters elected five school officials this November. Their terms start on Monday. Here's what you need to know.

Take Sneak Peek At New Schools To Be Built In Prince George's

Prince George's County will build six new schools, costing $900 million. Here's how you can check out the "state of the art facilities."

PGCPS Delays Hybrid Classes; Classes Stay Online As Cases Spike

Prince George's County hoped to offer students the choice to take hybrid classes this spring. Those plans flew out the window on Tuesday.

Teachers Get Free Starbucks This Week In Prince George's County

In celebration of American Education Week, Prince George's County teachers can get free coffee at Starbucks.

'Zoom Overload': PGCPS Tries To Find New Ways To Engage Students

Students are tired of online classes, and Prince George's County parents don't know where to turn. School officials want to change that.

Most PGCPS Families Not Yet Ready For Return to Schools: Survey

Most respondents say students have gotten a quality education while learning from home, a Prince George's County Public Schools survey says.

5 Seats Up For Election On Board of Education: Candidate Profiles

Prince George's County will elect five members to the Board of Education on Nov. 3. Get to know the candidates before you vote.

Meet The Candidate: Edward Burroughs Runs For Board Of Education

Edward Burroughs III is running for the District 8 seat on the Prince George's County Board of Education. Meet him before Election Day.

Meet The Candidate: Kenneth Harris Runs For Board Of Education

Kenneth F. Harris II is running for the District 7 seat on the Prince George's County Board of Education. Meet him before Election Day.

Meet The Candidate: Bryan Swann Runs For Board Of Education

Bryan M. Swann is running for the District 4 seat on the Prince George's County Board of Education. Meet the candidate before Election Day.

Meet The Candidate: David Murray Runs For Board Of Education

David H. Murray is running for the District 1 seat on the Prince George's County Board of Education. Meet the candidate before Election Day.