The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future is a landmark legislation passed in 2021, which includes comprehensive changes to nearly every aspect of Maryland’s public education system. It will increase annual education funding by over $3.8 billion over the next 10 years with an aim to enrich student experiences, accelerate improvements to student outcomes, and improve the quality of education in Maryland.

The law is organized into five policy areas, or pillars:

1. Early childhood education
2. High quality and diverse teachers and leaders
3. College and career readiness
4. More resources for all students to be successful
5. Governance and accountability

Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) is hosting information sessions for students, families, educators, and community members. The same information will be shared at each session.

• Thursday, February 16th at 4:30 p.m. in the auditorium at the Center for Education Services, located at 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown (this event will also be live-streamed on the WCPS Facebook page and broadcast on Channel 99 for Antietam Cable subscribers)

• Monday, February 27th at 5:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Western Heights Middle School, located at 1300 Marshall St., Hagerstown

• Tuesday, February 28th at 5:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Williamsport High School, located at 5 South Clifton Dr., Williamsport

Click here for more information on the Blueprint for Maryland's Future