Baltimore charter school advocate is Casey Foundation fellow

Unimpressed with the elementary school in her Baltimore neighborhood, Bobbi Macdonald set out to create her own. She founded the City...

Michelle Obama wants Bowie State graduates to promote education

Michelle Obama encouraged the graduates of Bowie State University on Friday to live up to the legacy of their university's founders and...

UM's Diamondback to begin publishing four days a week

Newspaper will focus on digital on Fridays.

University system board approves 2.4% tuition, fee increase

Members hear report on struggling Coppin State University

For Naval Academy plebes, a grueling end to the year

The day started at 3:15 a.m. sharp for members of the Naval Academy's Class of 2016, as they embarked on a 14-hour ordeal of obstacle...

Report recommends changes at Coppin State University

Study suggestions include enrolling higher-caliber freshmen.

Balto. Co. deputy superintendent to leave atend of school year

The deputy superintendent for the Baltimore County school system will step down next month, officials confirmed Thursday.

Building new Rodgers Forge Elementary among overcrowding solutions

The suggestion of building a new 700-seat elementary school to replace Rodgers Forge Elementary in Towson was made during a meeting held...

School police officer assaulted in Pikesville High fight

A school police officer at Pikesville High School was assaulted after responding to a fight in the gym this morning, Baltimore County police...

Medics called to Balto. Co. school for light-headed students

Baltimore County emergency crews responded to Pinewood Elementary in Timonium Thursday afternoon after seventeen students complained of...

How to make a rainbow layer cake [Pictures]

A little effort and a lot of wow.

Craft of the Month: recycling crayons [Pictures]

Here's a simple way to recycle broken or stubby crayons. The resulting multicolored creations will delight any little artist.

Kids who start businesses learn the value of money along the way

From hot-chocolate stands to dog walking to helping people with computers, kids can start their own businesses — and learn...

Tips for choosing your child's first bike

Choosing a first bike can be daunting, but these tips can help narrow down the options.

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Mother lode of party venues

Children¿s birthday parties at home with cake and games will never go out of style. But if you or your child would like to try something...

Camp St. Vincent caters to Baltimore's homeless youth

From the outside, Camp St. Vincent looks like many other summer camps. There are crafts and reading along with plenty of time to play...

Download it: IronKids app

A new mobile app developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics aims to help children stay free from sports injuries by encouraging them to...

A trio of Easter egg crafts

Grab a jar of Mod Podge and create one of these three easy Easter egg crafts. By Catherine Mallette

River exploration, archaeology and more at Robinson Nature Center camps

Summer break finds many kids sleeping in, riding bikes and splashing in the pool. But it’s not every day you come across a pastime...

Making volunteerism a family priority

Twelve-year-old twins Brynn and Ella Peddy sit beside a display table bedecked with colorful bows, which they have meticulously...