Read more about the article Humans of Public Service Encourage Future Government Employees
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Humans of Public Service Encourage Future Government Employees

Humans of Public Service, a nonprofit, is changing the narrative of government work by sharing stories highlighting public servants nationwide. Humans of Public Service is a nonprofit organization that shares stories about public servants across federal, state, and local governments. The popular Humans of New York project inspired it. Humans of Public Service interviews people like Mary Priddy-Bain and Maricela Rodriguez to highlight the personal stories of those who work in government at all levels.…

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September 11, 2024
Read more about the article A Look at the Blueprint by the Numbers
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A Look at the Blueprint by the Numbers

This article is part of MACo’s Policy Deep Dive series, where expert policy analysts explore and explain the top county policy issues of the day. A new article is added each week – read all of MACo’s Policy Deep Dives. Maryland is well into the decade-long implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future. Widely cited as the most ambitious government-led initiative to be undertaken in Maryland, the plan and implementation are top of mind for county governments…

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September 11, 2024
Read more about the article State Department of Education Receives $40M Federal Grant for Literacy Improvement
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State Department of Education Receives $40M Federal Grant for Literacy Improvement

Recently receiving $40M in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Education to improve literacy instruction, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is tripling down on efforts to improve literacy across the state. Yesterday, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced a $40.3M, five-year grant award from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant is part of $149M in federal funds to support initiatives focused on third-grade literacy proficiency across 23 states. The…

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September 10, 2024
Read more about the article Bowie State University Launches Post-Incarceration Scholarship Program
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Bowie State University Launches Post-Incarceration Scholarship Program

Funding for a post-prison scholarship program at Bowie State University (BSU) quickly reached an endowment-level investment of $25,000. BSU has offered courses for incarcerated individuals during their detainment at the Jessup Correctional Institute since early 2022. They were the first Maryland based historically black college or university to do so. Now, in a recent announcement, they have launched a scholarship program to support returning citizens attend their programs even after release. Ensuring individuals have access…

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September 10, 2024
Read more about the article 6 Month Extension Approved for Blueprint Special Education Workgroup Report
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6 Month Extension Approved for Blueprint Special Education Workgroup Report

May 30 is the new final report deadline for the Blueprint Special Education Workgroup to finish research and recommendations for lawmakers regarding implementation of new mandated programs for students with special needs. In a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, the Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) allowed the special education workgroup six additional months to finish their work as assigned by the Initial Blueprint Comprehensive Implementation Plan from December of 2022. At that time they…

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September 6, 2024
Read more about the article $17K Awarded for Students Seeking Technical Education on Eastern Shore
Economic Development / Education
$17K Awarded for Students Seeking Technical Education on Eastern Shore

Upper Shore Regional Council (USRC) has awarded over $17,000 in scholarships for students seeking a technical education in Cecil, Kent, and Queen Anne’s counties. The USRC announced this week the awarding of over $17,000 in financial assistance to students in Cecil, Kent, and Queen Anne’s counties through the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Student Equipment Scholarship program between 2022 and 2024. This initiative is designed to provide the necessary equipment and resources for vocational and…

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September 6, 2024
Read more about the article NACo Edge: Retirement Solutions for County Employees
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NACo Edge: Retirement Solutions for County Employees

When it comes to retirement investments, county employees may need help choosing the right thing at the right time. Join Nationwide and NACo EDGE for this September 18 webinar to learn how to help savers stay on track for retirement by offering automatic features that deliver in-plan lifetime income. Can’t wait for the webinar? Learn more at their resource hub at nrsforu.com. Also, enjoy this quick read and watch a 2-minute video in Nationwide's nrsforu.com…

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September 5, 2024
Read more about the article Universities Explore 3-Year College Degree Option
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Universities Explore 3-Year College Degree Option

Some universities across the country have begun exploring 3-year college degree structures to potentially save students time and money.  In a recent article from Stateline, the editorial arm of the Pew Research Center, colleges in different states have begun exploring ways to adjust courses to get students out the door faster and cheaper. The programs are being tested in both private and public institutions, some actually by legislative mandate. According to the article, more than a dozen…

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September 5, 2024
Read more about the article Maryland State Department of Education Releases Student Proficiency Test Results
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Maryland State Department of Education Releases Student Proficiency Test Results

Modest gains in reading and mathematics scores from Maryland's most recent standardized testing, State Superintendent calls for urgently accelerating progress. A recent press release from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) highlighted final results of the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP). The numbers show modest improvement statewide in English language and arts (ELA) and mathematics scores. The rates show a .5 percent increase in ELA results bumping up to 48.4 from 47.9 percent. Mathematics…

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September 5, 2024
Read more about the article Deep Dive: The State of Maryland’s Unemployment Insurance System
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Deep Dive: The State of Maryland’s Unemployment Insurance System

This article is part of MACo’s Policy Deep Dive series, where expert policy analysts explore and explain the top county policy issues of the day. A new article is added each week – read all of MACo’s Policy Deep Dives. What Is Unemployment Insurance? The federal-state unemployment insurance (UI) system offers temporary financial support to individuals who have lost their jobs, helping to replace a portion of their income while they search for new employment. Established in…

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September 4, 2024
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