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What’s Really Behind Baltimore’s Teacher Shortage?
A national study conducted last year found that more than half of parents were concerned that teachers were burned out and 65 percent questioned their school’s ability to have qualified teachers in the classroom. Locally, these fears aren’t unfounded. Experts and educators weigh in.
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Grief Support Programs at Roberta’s House Let Children Heal at Their Own Pace
The family grief support center offers peer groups, workshops, community outreach, and Camp Erin—the largest national summer bereavement program for youth.
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Local Youth Robotics Club Qualifies for National and World Championships
Cross Country Elementary/Middle’s RoboEagles team is raising funds to attend a Texas competition in April.
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Community Activist Daniel Burgess Supports City Youth With New App
Community connections? There's an app for that.
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How Education in Prison Changed William Freeman’s Life
After earning a degree from The Goucher Prison Education Partnership, Freeman now empowers fellow formerly incarcerated students in his role at The Education Trust.
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Nominate an extraordinary student who stands out as a leader or change-maker in their community. Submissions due December 16th!
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How Actress Rachel Hilson’s Baltimore Roots Influence Her Work Today
The BSA alum will return to her alma mater this week to serve as honorary chair of the school's annual 'Expressions' showcase.
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Baltimore School for the Arts Debuts a Student-Run Newspaper
The online 'BSA Muse' covers everything from school happenings to citywide issues and even features op-eds.
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Substitute Teacher Stephen Tabeling, 93, Has One Rule for Students: “Don’t Be Like Me.”
In his own words, the former police lieutenant speaks about going from school delinquent to inspirational educator.
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GameChanger: Jennifer Mendelsohn
We catch up with the genealogist and co-founder of the DNA Reunion Project.
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How Local Organizations are Making Youth Sports Accessible to All
These initiatives are bucking the billion-dollar, for-profit, youth athletics model in an effort to enroll more kids.
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How to Raise a Service-Minded Kid
Step one: Find community projects they care about, and start them young.
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At 100, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is Still Happy on the Hill
One century ago, an enterprising Baltimore woman founded the hospital that most parents don’t know exists—until they need it.
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Navigating the School Admission Process
There’s a lot to keep in mind when your child applies to private schools. But don’t worry; we’ve got the info you need to make it easier.
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This Cop-Turned-Mentor Opens Doors for West Baltimore Students
Through her nonprofit Unified Efforts, Deborah B. Ramsey provides students in the Penn North neighborhood with academic support and recreational opportunities at no cost to their parents
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Briauna Wills Uses Mentorship to Help Girls Grow Into “Young Queens”
With her after-school programs, the founder of Young Queens in Training works with dozens of young women to address self-esteem, health and wellness, and financial management, among other vital things youth need to be successful.
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Kevin O’Malley Might Just Be The Most Prolific Illustrator You’ve Never Heard Of
For more than 35 years, the Towson-based children's book illustrator has been creating a world of curious kids who feel real to him.
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This Local Teen Shows You Don’t Have to Be a Grown-Up to Make a Big Difference
Meet Grace Callwood, 17, the founder of We Cancerve Movement—a nonprofit that serves local youth experiencing sickness, homelessness, and those in foster care.
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New Exhibit Honors Food and Nutrition Service Workers in Baltimore City Schools
School system partners with the Baltimore Museum of Industry to document unsung heroes who kept students fed throughout the pandemic.
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Back-to-School Recipes That Make Lunch-Packing a Breeze
Parents from the local food scene share their tips to ensure kiddos are fueled up throughout the day.
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At the Baltimore County Public Library, Residents Can Check Out More Than Just Books
The Library of Things, a collection of non-book objects loaned through the library, offers everything from Catan board games and Chromebooks to fishing rods and fossil kits.
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Single Carrot Theatre Offers Creative Space for LGBTQ+ Youth With New Summer Camp
Two-week program encourages trans and gender diverse kids to develop their own artistic voices.
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Hop Over to These Easter Egg Hunts in Baltimore
We tracked down the local hunts so you can focus on finding eggs.
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Tonee Lawson’s Nonprofit Empowers Youth to Achieve Excellence in STEM
Operating out of various schools, The Be. Organization provides creative workshops, an enrichment curriculum, and youth conferences focused on life skills and STEM teachings.
