Amid COVID-19, UMD and PGCPS find ways to provide meals to students

by Courtney Cohn Food insecurity and childhood hunger in Prince George’s County continue to be exacerbated by COVID-19.  Fortunately, students, families and staff are able to receive meals from their local schools, many of which have resorted to virtual learning amid the pandemic, and on campus at the University of Maryland.  The university’s Campus Pantry is especially important in a time when many students are … Continue reading Amid COVID-19, UMD and PGCPS find ways to provide meals to students

Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO under fire for giving ‘unauthorized’ raises, board members say

By Lindsey Collins The Prince George’s County Public School system’s CEO, Dr. Kevin Maxwell, has come under fire for giving unauthorized raises to staff members, according to school board members. The incident came to light after three Board of Education members, Edward Burroughs III, Raaheela Ahmed and David Murray, sent a letter to County Executive Rushern Baker III about pay increases granted to two staff … Continue reading Prince George’s County Public Schools CEO under fire for giving ‘unauthorized’ raises, board members say