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School superintendent proposes FY25 budget
CHESTERTOWN — During this year’s budget planning session for FY25, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Couch has been tasked again with balancing a budget that meets the needs of not only students but also the Maryland Blueprint for Education, commonly known as Kirwan. According to Couch a snapshot of this proposed budget looks like this: A total budget request of $32,175,451 for FY 25 from all revenue sources ...
Kennedy Krieger Institute gives high school students immersive look into healthcare field
BALTIMORE - Kennedy Krieger Institute Introduced high school students to careers in healthcare with an immersive day of exploration and hands-on learning.Two dozen students from Joppatowne High School were welcomed to Kennedy Krieger's Broadway campus where they learned about a plethora of opportunities. "They will be able to see, they will be able to dream, they will be able to understand that this can be them," said Shellie Williams, Kennedy Krieger Chief Nursing Officer.In line with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's mission to recruit and retain healthcare workers, these students explored careers in the industry."I'm excited because this is a hospital that...
Students speak of freedom in essay contest
Some proud parents gathered at the C. Henry Price II, American Legion Post 246 in Betterton on April 19, to warmly congratulate their children during the Americanism Essay Award Reception. The contest was open to third, fourth, and fifth graders of Galena Elementary. President of the Auxiliary at the Legion, Patti Bone, handed out cash awards to the winners of the essay contest. First place got $50, second $25, and...
CMS Performing Arts Teen of the Week — William Baugh
CENTREVILLE — Centreville Middle School proudly announces William Baugh, an eighth grade trumpet player in the CMS Band, as the QACPS Performing Arts ‘Teen of the Week’. Nominated by Heather Fullerton, William’s dedication and talent have earned him this prestigious honor as a member of the CMS Marching Band, Symphonic Band and award-winning Jazz Band. “William has auditioned for the Junior All Shore Band twice and been selected as a...
Perryville outlasts North Harford for senior night victory
PERRYVILLE — On a night of celebration to honor the hard work and achievements of Perryville’s seniors over the past four years, the Panthers’ senior athletes came up big when it mattered most. After a back and forth battle that saw the lead change on multiple occasions, Perryville found themselves tied with Chesapeake Division foe North Harford entering the final quarter of Tuesday night’s showdown between the two schools. Perryville’s...
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