Kirwan Blueprint Bill Sailing to Governor
The "Education Blueprint" bill with initial recommendations from the Kirwan Commission, and two years worth of funding, is on its way toward passage. SB 1030 has been amended and passed…
Delayed or Derailed? What’s Next for Kirwan?
The [Kirwan] Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education came to Annapolis this week with high expectations. After all, the Commission was set to put the final touches on its…
Kirwan “Blueprint” Bill Amended, Moving in Senate
The vast "Blueprint" bill implementing initial steps toward the Kirwan Commission recommendations is moving in the Senate, after being amended significantly. The Senate Committee on Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs…
Dr. Kirwan Discusses His Commission’s Work on WYPR
Dr. William "Brit" Kirwan, Chair of the [Kirwan] Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education, yesterday joined WYPR's On the Record to discuss the future of Maryland's public education system. The…
Kirwan Commission Seeks Public Input
The [Kirwan] Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education is inviting representatives of Statewide and local organizations, as well as members of the general public, to participate in a public…
Governor Hogan: Costly Kirwan Bill Lacks Accountability
At a press event today, Governor Hogan criticized legislation pending before the General Assembly to support initial phases of the Kirwan Commission. In his comments, he expressed doubt that he…
The Kirwan “Blueprint” Bill Introduced, Fast-tracked
A 29-page bill implementing many education recommendations of the Kirwan Commission has been introduced, and fast-tracked for a Wednesday hearing. SB 1030 / HB 1413 are the late-filed bills to…
Angling for Educational Excellence: Kirwan 2.0 at #MACoCon
Known as the Kirwan Commission because it is chaired by former University System Chancellor William "Brit" Kirwan, the Commission on Innovation and Excellence is charged with reviewing and assessing current education…
