So. Md Education News

News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
North Point High School students in the cosmetology Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, under the direction of two instructors who are licensed cosmetologists, study to earn a Maryland State Board of Cosmetologist license. The license is one held by professional stylists and others in the cosmetology field allowing them to work in the industry. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source...
The Rotary Club of Charles County is offering three free public speaking workshops for students in Grades 9-12. The first session is on Monday, Nov. 14, from 6-7 p.m. on the Zoom platform. Students who are interested can register here or can email the Rotary Club at LaPlataRotaryClub@gmail.com. Space is limited. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) high schools are bringing the laughs this fall play season. There’s family drama with feuding and funny sisters at a funeral, an uncle convinced he’s Theodore Roosevelt and the children of infamous villains finding their inner heroes. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Charles County School Bus Contractors Association (CCSBCA) recently collected over 200 winter coats for the annual Drive Away the Cold coat drive for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students in need. Community members could drop off their new winter coats to three Community Bank of the Chesapeake locations from Oct. 1 to 22. On Oct. 22, the coats were collected from the participating drop off locations, boxed and ready to give to CCPS. Charles County Public Schools only posts a...
This afternoon, two Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) school buses were involved in accidents. Both accidents caused traffic delays on major roads and were visible to passersby. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) and the Board of Education of Charles County would like input on the 2023-2024 calendar. The Board of Education approves the school calendar one year in advance. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
President Jordan Named to Maryland Humanities Board Gretchen Phillips October 26, 2022 - 9:36 am October 26, 2022 St. Mary’s College of Maryland President Tuajuanda C. Jordan was recently named to the Maryland Humanities board, representing St. Mary’s County. She is among seven new members announced by the organization earlier this month. Maryland Humanities is a statewide nonprofit organization that creates and supports educational experiences in the humanities that inspire all...
The Workgroup to Study the Fiscal and Operational Viability of Public-Private Partnerships for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) will meet Thursday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building in La Plata. The meeting is open to the public. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Professor of History Christine Adams Gives Podcast Interview, Invited Lecture Lee Capristo October 24, 2022 - 10:50 am October 24, 2022 Professor of History Christine Adams and her co-author/sister Tracy Adams, were interviewed for a New Books Network podcast about their book, "The Creation of the French Royal Mistress: From Agnes Sorel to Madame DuBarry" (Penn State Univ. Press, 2021). The podcast, recorded in September 2021, was published on Oct. 21, 2022 and can be heard at this link...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) hosted its annual fall chess tournament Oct. 22 at Thomas Stone High School. After COVID-19 precautions kept spectators from observing recent past tournaments in person, parents, families and friends were once again allowed to observe play live. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
As the former boys’ and girls’ soccer and tennis head coach at Thomas Stone High School, Tom Parker has been a trailblazer of the soccer program at the school and in the county for the past 47 years. He retired recently after being a well-loved coach among students, staff, and the Southern Maryland community. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is holding a virtual town hall 5:30 p.m., Nov. 7, to discuss the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. The town hall allows parents, students and community members to provide feedback on a draft plan created by a board working as an independent unit of the state government. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Professor of History Christine Adams Gives Invited Lecture at UIUC Lee Capristo October 24, 2022 - 10:38 am October 24, 2022 Professor of History Christine Adams gave an invited lecture at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign on Oct. 11. Her lecture, "Fashion and Politics: Elégantes and Merveilleuses under the Directory and Beyond,” stems from her current book project on the cultural and political impact of the Merveilleuses, a group of fashionable young women in late...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 24, 2022 Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Board of Education of St. Mary’s County will be meeting on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, with an executive session beginning at 5:00 p.m., followed by an open meeting at 6:00 p.m. The public may also watch the meeting live via www.smcps.org/streaming. For more details, please call (301) 475-5511, ext. 32177.
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) high school students are preparing for the Envirothon, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The Envirothon is a problem-solving academic competition that is the culmination of lessons learned during seasonal trainings at the Charles Soil Conservation District. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Board of Trustees Reviews Progress on Strategic Planning and Other Initiatives Chuck Steenburgh October 17, 2022 - 12:18 pm October 17, 2022 The St. Mary’s College Board of Trustees met on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14 and 15, 2022, receiving reports on the progress of strategic planning, academics, enrollment and retention, and other College activities. The board also approved a number of items, including a Facilities Renewal Policy and board meeting...
Professor Arnett Delivers Keynote Address to Delaware Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Chuck Steenburgh October 17, 2022 - 10:12 am October 17, 2022 Professor & Chair of Educational Studies Katy Arnett was the keynote speaker for the fall conference of the Delaware Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (DECTFL) on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022 in Newark, Delaware. Her keynote was entitled: "From Deficit to Barriers to Opportunities: Transforming What it Means to be an Inclusive...
Prof. Başaran Attended Conference, Presented Paper in Belgium Betul Basaran September 30, 2022 - 4:20 pm September 30, 2022 Over the summer, Betül Başaran, professor of history and religious studies attended The First World War in the Middle East: Aftermath and Legacies conference in Ypres, Belgium over the summer where she presented a paper titled "Transnational Networks and Elite Women's Philanthropic Work after WW1: The Turkish Princesses of Hyderabad” During and after World War I...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students can attend the Maryland Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Festival held Oct. 13-Nov. 13 in various locations in Maryland with virtual and in-person events. This afternoon, watch the virtual interview with author Dr. Cori Lathan at 4 p.m. as she discusses her new book, "Inventing the Future." Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is distributing individual reports this week for students who took i-Ready program assessments earlier this fall. Reports will be sent home with students this week. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
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