$25M Grant To Bolster Mental Health, Wellness Resources At PGCPS

PGCPS has received a $25M grant to provide students with enhanced access to mental health support.

Design-Build Phase Starts In September For 8 New PGCPS Buildings

School officials have confirmed that the design-build phase will start in September for eight new Prince George's school buildings.

Heat Advisory Prompts PGCPS To Cancel After School Activities, Sports

A heat advisory through 7 p.m. Wednesday has led PGCPS officials to cancel all after school activities and sports practices.

'Unsung Hero’ In The Classroom: Clinton Teacher Shout-Out

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Alison Jovanovic Makes A Difference In College Park

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Math Educator Makes A Difference In PGC

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

PGCPS Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

Patch has some of the important 2024-25 school year dates to get on the calendar now before the kids head back to the classroom.

Student-Youth Activities, Programming Canceled For Friday Due To Storm

Tropical Storm Debby has been forecast to reach Maryland by Friday. All PGCPS student-youth activities and programming have been canceled.

2 Dunkin’ Regional Scholarship Winners Hail From Prince George's

Dunkin’ and its franchisees in the DMV area awarded each of these recipients with a $2,500 scholarship to pursue an undergraduate degree.

PGCPS Receives EVERFI Empowered Seal For Financial Literacy Education

PGCPS has become one of 10% of U.S. schools to receive the EVERFI Empowered Seal for financial literacy education.

PGC School Board Member Working For MO District Since January: Report

A Prince George's school board member recently resigned after it was discovered he was working full time for a Missouri school district.

Students From 18 PGC Schools Invited To Attend Back To School Giveaway

Students from 18 Prince George's schools are invited to attend a Back to School Celebration giveaway event for uniforms and supplies.

UMD College Park To Pay $500K In False Claims Act Case

The University of Maryland, College Park will pay $500K after the U.S. Government claimed it violated the False Claims Act.

'Never Give Up On Yourself': Teacher Spotlight In Oxon Hill

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers like Tamika Harris-Russell and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Free Summer Meals Start This Week For PGCPS Students

Prince George's students can take advantage of free breakfast and lunch this summer at a variety of sites across the country.

Friendly High School Navy JROTC Earns Top Honors

Students in the Friendly HS Navy Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps earned both first and third place out of more than 1,500 teams.

2024 Prince George’s County Teacher Of The Year Named

The 2024 Prince George's County Teacher of the Year has been named. She will compete for the state title.

17 High Schoolers Graduate From Prince George's Fire Cadet Course

Seventeen students from two high schools have graduated from a two-year fire cadet course that prepares them to become firefighters.

Graduation Shoutout: Melanie Excels In Academics In Bowie

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Bowie.

Graduation Shoutout: Tre Excels In Mechanical Engineering

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Bowie.

PGCPS Changes School Start, End Times For Most Buildings

The Prince George’s County Public Schools has changed start and end times for most of its buildings to help with transportation issues.

30 Prince George's Public Schools Ranked By U.S. News For 2024 List

Thirty Prince George's County public high schools were ranked for the 2024 Best High Schools list released by U.S. News this week.

Star Student: Jayden Excels In Leadership In Upper Marlboro Patch

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's a local resident having an impact in Upper Marlboro.

Sorority Sues UMD Over Suspension Of Greek Life Activities: Report

The lawsuit is the latest development following the University of Maryland's temporary decision​ to suspend all Greek life on campus.

Hazing At UMD Greek Groups Included Burns, Drinking Urine: Report

Details have emerged in the UMD investigation into Greek organizations after reports of hazing were filed with the university.

29th Annual Magna Awards Recognizes PGCPS For Its Aerospace Program

Prince George's County Public Schools has been named one of three grand prize winners of the 29th annual Magna Awards.

3 PGCPS Buildings Honored For Excellence In TAG Education

Three PGCPS buildings have been named 2023 Maryland Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education Schools.

Weather Impacts Weekend Activities At PGCPS

The incoming snowstorm forecast for Maryland has impacted weekend activities planned at Prince George's County Public Schools.

Educator Named MD History Day High School Teacher Of The Year

A Prince George's educator has been named the 2023 Maryland History Day High School Teacher of the Year.

PGCPS Changes Schedule For Friday Ahead Of Expected Snow

Prince George's County Public Schools has made a decision about school Friday ahead of the forecasted snow, officials said.

Prince George's Schools Change Wednesday Schedule Because Of Snow

Prince George's County Public schools and offices have changed hours for Wednesday, Jan. 17, in the aftermath of the snowstorm.

Pointer Ridge Elementary To Become Regional Autism Program

The Prince George's County education board will keep Pointer Ridge Elementary School open and convert it into a regional autism program.

Weather Decision Updated For Tuesday Classes: Prince George's Schools

Prince George's County Public Schools have changed their schedule for Tuesday after snow blanketed the state Monday into Tuesday.

Weather Decision Made For Classes Tuesday: PGCPS

A storm rolling into Maryland Tuesday has prompted Prince George's County Public Schools officials to make a decision about classes.

Police Will Fill School Crossing Guard Vacancies Per Emergency Plan

Prince George's police officers will be filling school crossing guard vacancies across the county until more SCGs can be hired.

STEM Charter School Will Open In Bowie This Fall

Friendship Academy STEM school will open this fall in Bowie for kindergarten and first grade, with other grades added in subsequent years.

$2.8B FY25 Budget Proposed For Prince George's County Public Schools

A $2.8 billion fiscal year 2025 budget has been proposed for Prince George's County Public Schools to support four outcome goals.

Prince George's School Named State Finalist In National STEM Contest

A Prince George's County school has been named a state finalist in the 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition.

Fights Erupt At School Marking 10 Brawls In 1 Day Among Kids: Leader

School leaders are addressing the 10 fights that broke out among students Tuesday at Charles Herbert Flowers High School.

Bus Rear-Ended By Car, Catches On Fire With 24 Kids On Board: School

A PGCPS bus with 24 kids on board caught on fire after it was rear-ended by a car Tuesday morning. No injuries were reported, officials say.