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DMV high school football preseason top 10
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — It’s a new season of high school football, and it kicks off next week! Before week 1 begins, take a look at the DC News Now sports department’s high school football preseason top ten teams in the DMV. 1. Good Counsel – Last season: 10-1 (Won WCAC title) After winning […]
MCPS installing vape detectors at all high schools
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) – Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) officials say they’re looking to wipe out vaping in high schools. MCPS said there will be some new equipment put in place. “We’re focusing on moving forward with the vape detection sensors for restrooms at the high schools,” said Marcus Jones, the chief […]
Southeast DC public school abruptly closes days before classes start
WASHINGTON - It’s down to the wire for some D.C. parents after their children’s school abruptly shut down, leaving them without a classroom just days before the academic year starts. Eagle Academy Public Charter School in Southeast D.C. is closing its doors after two decades leaving families scrambling...
Meet The 43 Principals New to Their School This Year
160,000 students will be heading back to school on Monday and more than 900 teachers having been hired by MCPS ahead of this school year. In its staff billetin, the school system also shared that there are 43 new principals (or new to their school). A list of the principals, along with an interesting fact about them, can be seen below, per MCPS:
Montgomery College ranked among top 10 community colleges in the US
SILVER SPRING, Md. (DC News Now) — Montgomery College has been named one of the top 10 best community colleges in the United States for 2024 by WalletHub, securing the tenth spot in a national ranking of over 650 institutions. The college also earned the title of the best community college in Maryland. Jermaine Williams, […]
The dilemma of belonging: My FGLI experience at Georgetown
Entering Georgetown, for any student, means saying goodbye to something. It might be your family, friends, hometown, or anything else, but regardless, it’s intimidating. It’s most people’s first experience living away from home—it’s a jarring transition that leaves you excited yet still shouldering a host of nerves. For me, I was most worried about the competitive environment. As a first-generation low-income (FGLI) student from a noncompetitive public school, I worried about how I would fare at an elite institution like Georgetown.
Cardinals start season off with a win, defeating McCreary Central, 27-12
STEARNS — The John Hines ERA at South Laurel High School started off with a bang on the road at McCreary Central. The Cardinals (1-0) jumped out to a quick lead over the Raiders and never looked back during their 27-12 win. “Great win,” Hines said. “We are thrilled...
University of Maryland students begin moving in as semester starts back up
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Thousands of University of Maryland students (UMD) are preparing to return to the classroom next week. Friday was move-in day for freshmen and students, Chrissy Riley and her roommate Katie Kucner, are excited to be moving into their new housing on campus, ready to begin their new […]
Vietnamese-American Association Awards $1,000 Scholarships to Two Students
The Association of Vietnamese Americans awarded $1,000 scholarships at the Annual Academic Awards Ceremony held earlier this summer to two Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students for their excellence in academic performance, leadership skills, and community involvement. Earlier this summer, the Association of Vietnamese Americans awarded $1,000 scholarships to two...
Varsity Q&A: Centennial three-time state champion wrestler Austin Kraisser named coach at St. Mary’s Ryken
Centennial graduate and three-time state champion Austin Kraisser was named the wrestling coach at St. Mary’s Ryken last week. Kraisser discussed his vision for the program and more with the Howard County Times. Note: Some questions and answers have been edited for brevity and clarity. What made this opportunity the right fit for you? There’s a lot of great qualities about St. Mary’s Ryken as ...
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