PARCC scores lower on computer than on paper
Kids who took the PARCC tests last year scored lower, on average, if they took the test online, compared to paper-and-pencil.
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Md. teens charged in murder of Va. girl, 13
The murder of a 13-year-old liver transplant patient from Virginia following what may have been a social media hook-up leaves Va. Tech reeling.
Obituary: Jennie Waltrip; taught kids with autism
We celebrate the life of a special educator in Frederick Co., Md., whose efforts eased the suffering of a great many kids on the autism spectrum.
Principal stars in snow day video in Howard Co.
During snow days, some school employees, including principals and skeleton custodial staff, report to the school. Some of them make videos.
PARCC is a test worth taking, IL T.O.Y. says
2 teachers of the year have written op-eds in different publications, saying they have examined PARCC tests and find them to be tests worth taking.
Md. social hosting law said to be inadequate
Underage drinking is recognized as a problem that can lead to dangers, such as drunk driving accidents. A Md. legislator wants to help.
Bomb threats cause disruptions in IL, Md.
Bomb threats and other threats have been received at several schools in IL and Md. The non-credible threats, it's believed, were made by students.
Md. school snapshots in a quick minute, Jan. 10
Md. releases PARCC results to parents, districts grapple with budgets, some schools without heat, and some very artistic students.
PARCC shows how to use released test questions
A testing consortium has released information as a guide to help parents, teachers, and students navigate the large set of released test questions.
A few Md. schools reinvent gym class
Engaging students in gym class isn't easy. It can require creative thinking on the part of PE teachers. That's what happens in Howard County.