The Carroll County commissioners launched their budgeting season with a bang, but the fireworks weren’t celebratory. Instead, they were faced with a daunting $12.4 million deficit and the looming specter of Maryland’s Blueprint for Education, a state-level mandate that’s sending shockwaves through local budgets.
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Carroll County Legislators Express Grave Concerns about “Freedom to Read Act”
The “Freedom to Read” Act would remove local control from Carroll County’s Board of Education.
Former Governor Bob Ehrlich Endorses Zihmer and Malveaux in High-Stakes Carroll County BOE Race
In a significant endorsement for the upcoming Board of Education race in Carroll County, Former Governor Bob Ehrlich (R) threw his support behind candidates Kristen Zihmer and Greg Malveaux at a campaign event hosted by Zihmer last Thursday, February 22nd.
Controversial “Freedom to Read Act” Sparks Statewide Debate Over Local Control in Maryland Education
Will Governor Wes Moore’s campaign promise to protect local control of school systems prevail?
Help Marylanders Oppose The “Top Down Education Agenda”
Local education in Maryland is under threat by special interests groups. Use this quick and easy button to send an email Governor Wes Moore and the bill sponsors and tell them we want “Moore Local Control” of our education system!
Smooth Sailing: Four BOE Hopefuls To Skip Primary Election, Head Straight to Generals
With only four candidates needed to advance through the primaries, all four will immediately progress to the general election in November, and their names will not appear on the primary ballot.
Carroll County’s Debate Over Artificial Sports Turf Installation Continues Amid Safety and Health Concerns
For more than a decade, Carroll County’s sports enthusiasts have advocated for the installation of artificial turf on high school and recreational facilities, However, the main roadblock has been securing adequate funding. Yet, recent safety concerns and health risks associated with synthetic fields have thrown an additional curveball into the debate.
Record-Breaking Fundraising: Zihmer and Malveaux Surge in Carroll County Board of Education Race
In the fiercely contested Carroll County Board of Education race, two candidates have not just taken the lead but have soared to new heights in fundraising.
Respected Educator and Union-Backed School Board Member Dr. Patricia Dorsey: “It is not a book ban”
Respected Educator and Union-Backed School Board Member Dr. Patricia Dorsey: “It is not a book ban”
Citizen Commentary: Maryland “De-Professionalizes” Teachers
How the State and Teachers’ Unions are using the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future to Recruit and Employ Less Qualified Teachers and Implement AI Instruction