Montgomery County schools will increase some class sizes, cut virtual academy
Montgomery County Public Schools will increase some class sizes, delay expanding its Pre-K program, and make cuts to its virtual academy and central office.
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Montgomery County Public Schools will increase some class sizes, delay expanding its Pre-K program, and make cuts to its virtual academy and central office.
Parents and teachers in Montgomery County are concerned about the potential impact of budget cuts in the next school year.
The Montgomery County Council has approved a $7.1 billion budget that included funding on the same day teachers urged the school board to avoid cutting up to 300 positions.
Without raising taxes, the Montgomery County Council voted to add $26.3 million dollars to the Maryland county executive’s proposed budget plan for FY2025.
“She’s a lady of great character and great intentions to students and staff,” Orange County school board member Carrie Doyle said.