Girls Just Want to Have Fun—And Build Robots

Saturday, Nov. 2, was the sixth Girls Get Science event, and more than 60 girls and their parents participated.

Pre-K Students in Maryland Schools Suspended: What's the Number in Your County?

Maryland school leaders are reportedly working to trim the number of suspensions for students younger than kindergarten-age.

Maryland's Underage College Students More Likely to Drink Booze

A new study says the difference between Maryland and other states on underage college drinking is significant.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Students Attend Symphony Concerts 'in Droves'

In Montgomery County, second- and fifth-graders go to the symphony, and—starting soon—third-graders will go to the theater.

Fight Continues to Close Schools for Islamic Holidays

Some say that Montgomery County's public schools should close on the two biggest holidays of the Islamic year, Eid al-Adha (on Oct. 15 this year) and Eid al-Fitr (which took place in August).

School Super: Move High School Start Times Back by 50 Minutes

High school starting at 8:15 a.m.? It could happen, and the superintendent says it should.

Maryland In-Classroom Breakfast Program Proves Fruitful, Yet Most Schools Are Starved for Funding

In Maryland, 360 schools receive state funding to offer free in-classroom breakfasts for students every morning, regardless of students' family income.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Junk Food Vending Machines Take a Break at County Schools

Some vending machines at Montgomery County Public Schools will be turned off after school.

When Do Fall Sports Begin in Montgomery County?

3 Maryland Colleges Make Forbes Top 100 List

Two Old Line State schools are in the top 50.

Hundreds of Montgomery County Students Growing Veggies in School Gardens

A study of MCPS gardens reveals produce gardening is a growing trend.

Required Back-To-School Immunizations in Maryland

Make sure your children are vaccinated before classes begin.

When Is the First Day of School for Montgomery County Public Schools?

Holidays, early dismissals and in-service days are on the 2013-2014 calendar.

How Do Schools Measure Student Hope? A $900K Gallup Survey

Montgomery County Public Schools will try to take a more 'holistic' approach to measuring student achievement this fall.

Report: Montgomery County Schools Getting New Security Cameras

The Montgomery County Council approved new security features after the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy.

When Is the First Day of School for Montgomery County Public Schools?

The 2013-2014 school year for MCPS begins on Monday, Aug. 26.

Green Ribbon Schools Awards at Board of Education Meeting

Montgomery County elementary schools in Gaithersburg and Germantown were honored for reducing environmental impact.

College Loan Rates Likely Doubling Monday, Affects Thousands of Marylanders

Congress has yet to act on a cut, which is set to expire July 1, that has kept interest rates on college loans low.

School Board Agenda: Student Member to Be Sworn In

Justin Kim, a Poolesville High senior, will become student member of the Montgomery County Board of Education.

Montgomery County Executive Hopeful Duncan Wants 'Infusion' of Money for Schools

The former county executive vying to get his old job back says he would build new schools.

Report: School Transfers May Get More Difficult

Deadline enforcement and reapplication for special programs part of proposal.

Report: Montgomery County Charter School Needs Funds for Pre-K

10 Montgomery County Public Schools Without Power

Schools without power at 7 a.m. won't open for last day of school year.

Report: Teacher Evaluation Process Won't Change This Year

The Gazette: MCPS has until next year to say how it will change teacher evaluations.

Report: Can Montgomery County Public Schools Handle 10,000 More Kids?

The Washington Post: Enrollment projects spark concern about the need for more space.

Takoma Park Middle School Makes the Grade in National Science Bowl

Takoma Park Middle places second in the national competition.

Report: Takoma Park Middle Wins Second Place in Annual Science Bowl

Students are eager to come back and take home next year’s first-place trophy, according to the report.

Montgomery County School Menus, April 22 to 26

A rundown of what MCPS is serving to students this week.

Montgomery County School Spending to Increase by at Least $100 Million

Pension issues and local funding to drive spending over next four years.

Montgomery County School Menus, March 18-22

A rundown of what MCPS is serving to students this week.

Arne Duncan, Kathleen Sebelius to Visit Takoma Park Elementary School

The U.S. Secretary of Education and the Secretary of Health and Human Services will talk with children and teachers at Rolling Terrace Elementary School Friday morning.

Suspension Rescinded for 6-Year-Old Who Made Shooting Gesture

The boy was sent home for one day after making a hand gesture in the shape of a gun.

Parents at One Montgomery County Elementary School Push for Better Security

The Montgomery County Council of PTAs will host a school safety forum later this month.

Reports: Silver Spring Boy Suspended from School for Gun Gesture

Family's lawyer tells local news outlets the school overreacted.

Lunch Lessons: Takoma Park Students Promote Healthy Habits

Middle school students and residents discuss their ideas on how to improve nutrition in schools.