Illness Forces School To Close In Prince George's County

An outbreak of flu- and gastroenteritis-like symptoms has caused an elementary school to temporarily close in Prince George's.

Tiny House Built By Prince George's Students Up For Auction

Known as Homestead 24, the home is the 49th built through the district's Student-Built House program and its first tiny house.

Sock Puppet Week Celebrated UMD Alums Jim, Jane Henson

University of MD staff, faculty and families gathered to celebrate the Hensons and try to break a Guiness World Record with sock puppets.

Prince George's Educator, Former Air Force Cryptologic Linguist A Finalist For MD Teacher Of The Year

Seven finalists have been named for the 2027 Maryland Teacher of the Year award including an educator from Prince George's Public Schools.

Director 'Stepping Down' From PGCPS Position After 10K Kids Without A Bus

The Prince George's Co. Public Schools transportation director will be "stepping down" after 10K students didn't have a bus on the 1st day.

10K Students Without Buses Now Have Transportation: PGCPS Superintendent

At the start of the new school year, an estimated 10K students didn't have an assigned bus. That problem has been resolved, leaders say.

10K PGCPS Students Miss Their Bus On 1st Day Of School

A new transportation app crashed Tuesday morning and thousands of students were never even assigned a school bus, district leaders said.

New Salad Bars, Stadium, Buildings, Schedules At Prince George's Schools

Salad bars debuted at some schools, a new sports stadium opened, 2 buildings unveiled and 5 minutes were added onto the school day.

DJ, Food Trucks, Giveaways At Back To School Night For Prince George's Students

Prince George's families are invited to attend a back to school night Aug. 18 featuring a DJ, food trucks, giveaways, interactive stations.

Key Dates For 2026-2027 School Year At Prince George's Co. Public Schools

As summer winds down and kids get ready to head back to school, here are dates Prince George's parents should know for the new school year.

School Supply Drives Underway In Landover Hills, College Park

The Prince George's Sheriff's Office and University of Maryland Police are both holding school supply drives Friday and now through Aug. 10.

New Elementary School Building To House Up To 850 Students

School officials and community leaders recently broke ground on a new elementary school building in the Prince George's school district.

Summer Meal Program Available to Prince George's Students

Breakfast and lunch will be served at participating schools, churches and libraries through the Countdown to Summer Meals.

Superintendent Named For Prince George's Public Schools

The interim superintendent for Prince George's County Public Schools will remain in the position, officials announced.

Purple Star School Honor Given To Prince George's Building

The Maryland State Education Department has announced its 2026-2028 Purple Star Schools, which includes one Prince George's elementary.

English Educator Named Teacher Of The Year For Prince George's Schools

An English educator at International High School at Langley Park has been named Teacher of the Year for Prince George's Co. Public School.

These Are MD’s Best Graduate Schools, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The rankings are intended as a guide for prospective graduate students. See which Maryland colleges made the list.

ICE Presence Prompts School To Implement New Policy

Leaders at Prince George's Public Schools have approved policy to guide teachers, staff what to do if ICE is on school property.

Superintendent Hiring Process Underway For Prince George's Schools

The superintendent search committee has started the process of recruiting a new leader for Prince George's County Schools.

Last Day Of School Set For Prince George's County Public Schools

Officials have set the last day of school for the current school year after the Maryland State Board of Education approved a waiver.

Prince George's Schools Alter Monday Schedule Due To Incoming Storms

Forecasters are predicting damaging thunderstorms, hail, potential tornadoes, prompting school officials to alter Monday's schedule.

Prince George's Co. March 3 School Schedule Altered Due To Weather

Prince George's school officials have rescheduled Monday night's boys and girls basketball games and have altered Tuesday's school schedule.

Prince George's Schools Change Schedule For Monday Due To Weather

The incoming snowstorm has prompted Prince George's County Public Schools to change their schedule for Feb. 23.

Snowstorm Makeup Days Announced For Prince George's Students

Prince George's Schools has determined which days will be used as makeup days for the snowstorms that canceled several days of school.

School Buses Pulled Off Roads In Prince George's

Prince George's school officials have canceled all bus transportation for after school practices, events and activities due to the forecast.

3 MD Universities Among Best In World, New List Says

Three Maryland universities are among the 500 best in the world, according to a recent ranking from Time.

Prince George's Schools Announced Schedule Change For Thursday, Friday

School leaders have announced a schedule change for Thursday and Friday. The district was closed for 8 days before reopening Wednesday.

Prince George's Schools Announce Schedule Change For Wednesday

School leaders have announced a schedule change for Wednesday.

Prince George's Schools Announce 8th Day Of An Altered Schedule

School leaders said they cannot get every sidewalk and route to schools cleared just yet and are working on a virtual learning plan.

Prince George's Co. Schools Announce Schedule Change For Monday

Prince George's County school officials have announced a schedule change for Monday due to the risk for unsafe road and sidewalk conditions.

Another Schedule Change Anticipated Next Week For Prince George's Students

Schools leaders said Thursday they anticipate another schedule change for Monday as crews continue to clear sidewalks and roads.

Emergency School Meals Available Thursday At 6 Prince George's Schools

The Prince George's County Public School System will hand out meals for Thursday and Friday on Jan. 29.

Prince George's Schools Make Schedule Decision For Rest Of The Week

The winter storm has forced Prince George's County Schools to make a schedule change for the rest of the week and offer meals.

Prince George's Co. Schools Make Schedule Decision For Jan. 26

The winter storm has forced Prince George's County Schools to make a schedule change for Monday.

MD’s Best Schools 2025: Rankings For Elementary And High Schools, Colleges

Various publications released “best of” lists in 2025 to help guide Maryland residents’ educational choices.

Snow Impacts Prince George's Schools Schedule For Dec. 15

Prince George's County Public Schools officials have altered the school schedule for Monday, Dec. 15, due to a weekend snowstorm.

Weather Decision Made By Prince George's Schools For Friday

Prince George's County Public Schools leaders have made a decision about school for Friday due to forecasted weather.

Activities, Athletics On Schedule Despite 2-Hour Late Start For Prince George's Schools

After-school activities and practices are still on schedule for Prince George's County students despite a previously sent weather alert.

$50M Donation Awarded To Bowie State University

MacKenzie Scott has committed a $50M unrestricted donation to Bowie State University, bringing her total donations to BSU to $75M.

Autistic Students Tied To Chairs, Moms Sue Prince George's Schools: Report

Two moms are suing Prince George's Co. Public Schools, claiming their autistic, nonverbal 1st-graders were tied to chairs by their teacher.