PGCPS officials discuss bus driver shortage, parental communication
Prince George’s County Public Schools is short nearly 200 bus drivers despite reducing the number of routes, according to PGCPS’ transportation director.
PGCPS to expand pre-K as part of statewide education plan
The expansion plan proposes 18 additional prekindergarten classes by the 2029 school year, adding to the county’s current 112 providers.
Community members call for better communication from PGCPS on school water quality
Lead in two of Hollywood’s 20 tested water sources exceeds federal allowances, according to the school’s latest water samples from December 2022.
PGCPS’ new metal detectors, clear backpack policies take effect as new school year begins
The new measures come after a school year in which 15 guns and 201 knives were seized in PGCPS.
UMD should use the Greg Heffley statue as a book drive to spark a culture of giving
Greg Heffley's sleepless eyes might be hard at work creating a new campus tradition
Prince George’s County Council requests investigation into ballooning school construction costs
The claims stem from the Prince George’s County Council Retreat in December where two whistleblowers accused the county and its school board of poor resource management.
Wes Moore must meet the moment to improve Maryland’s public schools
This is Moore's chance to fix the impact Gov. Hogan and COVID-19 had on public schools.
Accelerating sustainability in PGCPS is necessary to protect students’ futures
The Prince George's County Board of Education must approve student-led sustainability policy.
Langley Park teacher wins most prestigious international teaching award
Keishia Thorpe was selected from a field of more than 8,000 educators from 121 countries.
PGCPS community expresses mixed feelings with full in-person return to the classroom
PGCPS classes began last week.