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More Students Than Ever Stressed Over College Admissions, New Survey Says: Here's Why More Students Than Ever Stressed Over College Admissions, New Survey Says: Here's Why
More Students Than Ever Stressed Over College Admissions, New Survey Says: Here's Why For high school seniors, spring is a nerve-wracking time as college decisions roll in — but the class of 2025 is more stressed than ever, according to a new survey. The Princeton Review said 73 percent of students and parents reported "high" or "very high" stress over the admissions process. That's the highest level in the 23-year history of the College Hopes & Worries Survey, which had its 2025 edition released on Tuesday, Mar. 4. The 2025 survey polled 9,317 students and parents about a wide variety of college-related issues. Financial Pressures, Testing, AI Concerns Financial s…

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Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast
Rolling Hills, Gothic Spires, Waterfront Views: Most Beautiful College Campuses In Northeast Choosing a college is about more than academics, sports, and social life — campus beauty can also make a lasting impression. Travel magazine Conde Nast released its 2025 list of the 54 Most Beautiful College Campuses in the United States. Across the Northeast, several schools stand out for their historic architecture, stunning landscapes, and picturesque settings. Whether framed by rolling hills, autumn foliage, or Gothic spires, these colleges offer students an inspiring backdrop for their studies. Connecticut Wesleyan University was recognized for utilizing Greek Revival a…

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'Active Attacker' With Knife Leads To Shelter-In-Place Order At University Of Virginia 'Active Attacker' With Knife Leads To Shelter-In-Place Order At University Of Virginia
'Active Attacker' With Knife Leads To Shelter-In-Place Order At University Of Virginia The University of Virginia faced its second lockdown this week after reports of a knife-wielding attacker near campus, officials said. On Thursday, Feb. 27, UVA Police issued an emergency alert about an active attacker with a knife near 100 Emmet St. S., across from Alumni Hall.  The suspect was initially described as a white man wearing a red hoodie and blue sweatpants. Later updates described him wearing a white T-shirt, blue sweatpants, and white shoes. The alert, posted at 5:03 p.m., advised students and staff to shelter in place, marking the second such incident this week.  …

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School Bus Carrying Dozens Of Northwestern High Students Crashes In Prince George's County School Bus Carrying Dozens Of Northwestern High Students Crashes In Prince George's County
School Bus Carrying Dozens Of Northwestern High Students Crashes In Prince George's County A school bus loaded with Northwestern High School students crashed with a sedan in Prince George's County on Friday morning, police say. The crash was reported shortly before 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, according to the Hyattsville Police Department. The crash happened at the intersection of 42nd and Oliver Streets while the bus was still on Route #345, picking up students on the way to school.  Approximately 25 to 30 students were on board at the time, officials said. None were injured, police confirmed. The driver of the sedan was transported to a local hospital for treatment of …

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Education Pays: Northeast States Among Nation's Best In School Quality, College Attainment Education Pays: Northeast States Among Nation's Best In School Quality, College Attainment
Education Pays: Northeast States Among Nation's Best In School Quality, College Attainment Several Northeast states are among the most educated in the US, excelling in school quality, college attainment, and overall academic achievement, a new study said. Massachusetts was ranked as the country's most-educated state, according to a WalletHub study released on Monday, Feb. 10. Maryland was second, followed by Vermont, Colorado, and Connecticut in the top five. The study analyzed all 50 states using 18 factors, including educational attainment, quality, and achievement gaps. "There's a strong correlation between being more educated and receiving higher compensation," said Wal…

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Assault During HS Basketball Game Leads To Charges For Teen In Maryland: Police Assault During HS Basketball Game Leads To Charges For Teen In Maryland: Police
Assault During HS Basketball Game Leads To Charges For Teen In Maryland: Police A high school basketball game turned chaotic in Anne Arundel County when a teen allegedly assaulted multiple people and pulled out what appeared to be a firearm on school grounds, authorities announced. The incident happened around 8:20 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, during a basketball game at Old Mill High School in Millersville, according to the Anne Arundel County Police Department. A school resource officer working the event was alerted to an assault that had just occurred on the Old Mill North Middle School property, investigators said.  Initial reports indicated that the suspect confr…

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Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Maryland Amid Latest Snow Storm Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Maryland Amid Latest Snow Storm
Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Maryland Amid Latest Snow Storm Many schools in Maryland and Virginia will be closed on Wednesday as the region continues to contend with the latest batch of winter weather that brought inches of snow and ice. Some schools were disrupted on Tuesday and dismissed students early, and even more are planning to close for the day on Wednesday, Feb. 12 with as many as six inches accumulating in some areas, leaving conditions on roadways tricky. Among the schools reported to be altering their dismissal times as of 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday:  Alexandria City Public Schools: All virtual; Arlington County Public Schools: Closed W…

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Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Maryland With Snow Storm Incoming Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Maryland With Snow Storm Incoming
Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Maryland With Snow Storm Incoming With a snow and ice storm expected to batter Maryland and Virginia, some schools announced that there would be some closures and early dismissals on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Upwards of six inches of snow are expected in parts of the region, forecasters warn, and road conditions are expected to be tricky. Among the schools reported to be altering their dismissal times as of 6:45 p.m. on Monday:  Alexandria Country Day School: Closing at 1:00 PM; Arlington County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Calvert County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Christ Chapel Academy: Closed on…

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Student Brought Loaded Handguns To Potomac High School In Prince George's County: Police Student Brought Loaded Handguns To Potomac High School In Prince George's County: Police
Student Brought Loaded Handguns To Potomac High School In Prince George's County: Police A 19-year-old high school student was arrested after allegedly bringing two loaded handguns onto school grounds in Oxon Hill, according to Prince George’s County Police. Jamel Curtis, an 11th grader at Potomac High School, was taken into custody after school security discovered the weapons hidden in his clothing as he passed through a metal detector around 10:45 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 10, police said. Prince George’s County Schools security immediately notified police, and officers responded to take Curtis into custody. He is now facing multiple charges, including handgun on person and posse…

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Prince George's Native, Temple University Student Killed By Peer Near Campus, Police Say Prince George's Native, Temple University Student Killed By Peer Near Campus, Police Say
Prince George's Native, Temple University Student Killed By Peer Near Campus, Police Say A Temple University student was shot and killed in a drug deal gone wrong near the North Philadelphia campus, and another student is in custody, authorities announced. The shooting happened around 11 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, in the 1500 block of North Carlisle Street, outside off-campus housing for Temple students, police said. Officers from the 22nd District responded to a radio call reporting a "Person with a gun" at the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim, 20-year-old Chase Myles from Bowie, Maryland, lying on the highway with a gunshot wound to the chest, according to Phila…

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Schools Schedule Delays In Maryland With Snow, Ice Storm Incoming Schools Schedule Delays In Maryland With Snow, Ice Storm Incoming
Schools Schedule Delays In Maryland With Snow, Ice Storm Incoming With a snow and ice storm expected to batter Maryland and Virginia, some schools announced that there would be delayed openings in the region on Thursday, Feb. 4.  Among the schools reported to be closed include:  Arlington County Public Schools: 2 hours delayed arrival; Barrie School: Delayed 2 hours; Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School: 2 hours delayed arrival; Clarke County Public Schools: Delayed 2 hours; Culpeper County Public Schools: Delayed 2 hours; Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy: Delayed 2 hours; Fairfax Christian School: Delayed 2 hours; Fairfax County Public Schools: …

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Teacher Breaking Up Fight Assaulted By Student In Maryland, Sheriff Says Teacher Breaking Up Fight Assaulted By Student In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Teacher Breaking Up Fight Assaulted By Student In Maryland, Sheriff Says A teacher was assaulted during a classroom argument at Robert D. Stethem Educational Center, setting off a chaotic series of events that ended with multiple students facing discipline, authorities said. The incident unfolded on Wednesday, Feb. 5, when two students got into an argument inside a classroom, according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office.  During the dispute, one of the students grabbed the teacher by the arm and pushed her against a wall, officials said. The other student involved in the argument left the room, while an administrator escorted the aggressor toward the f…

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Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say
Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say An incident involving multiple students at High Point High School in Beltsville led to a temporary lockdown on Wednesday, authorities said. Officers responded to the school around 12:45 p.m. after reports of an altercation, according to Prince George’s County Police. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown while officers assessed the situation. Authorities canvassed the school grounds for a possible weapon, though no gunshots were fired, and no injuries were reported, police said. By 2:30 p.m., officers confirmed that dismissal was underway, and the situation was under control.&…

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New Study Reveals Shocking Amount Of Phone Use By Teens While At School New Study Reveals Shocking Amount Of Phone Use By Teens While At School
New Study Reveals Shocking Amount Of Phone Use By Teens While At School A brand-new study has uncovered surprising trends in teen phone use during school hours, raising fresh concerns about digital distractions in the classroom. The study, published by JAMA Pediatrics on Monday, Feb. 3, found that students spent a significant portion of the school day on their phones, with messaging, Instagram, and video streaming among the most-used apps. Researchers also noted that a quarter of students logged more than two hours of screen time during class. In addition, students whose parents held bachelor’s degrees or higher spent about a half-hour less on their phones dur…

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Former Student Had Replica Weapons On Middle School Campus In Maryland, Sheriff Says Former Student Had Replica Weapons On Middle School Campus In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Former Student Had Replica Weapons On Middle School Campus In Maryland, Sheriff Says A juvenile carrying two replica guns was caught trespassing at a Maryland middle school, leading to criminal charges and disciplinary action, authorities said. The incident happened on Monday, Feb. 3, at around 10:20 a.m., when a minor was spotted walking outside Mattawoman Middle School during class hours, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. School administrators escorted the juvenile to the office, where they provided a false name multiple times.  As staff and a school resource officer attempted to identify them, an administrator searched the minor's backpack and found…

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Student Stabbed At Maryland High School, Police Lock Down Campus (DEVELOPING) Student Stabbed At Maryland High School, Police Lock Down Campus (DEVELOPING)
Student Stabbed At Maryland High School, Police Lock Down Campus (Developing) Anne Arundel County police swarmed Meade High School in Severn on Thursday morning, January 23, following reports of a stabbing that left one student hospitalized. The incident, which unfolded on campus, prompted an immediate lockdown. Students are being held in their classrooms until further notice as authorities investigate the scene. “No one is allowed in or out of the building at this time, so please do not go to the school to pick up your students,” Anne Arundel County Police advised. The student injured in the attack has been transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their cond…

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Elementary Schooler Assaults Teachers, Admins In Charles County, Sheriff Says Elementary Schooler Assaults Teachers, Admins In Charles County, Sheriff Says
Elementary Schooler Assaults Teachers, Admins In Charles County, Sheriff Says A chaotic classroom scene at JP Ryon Elementary School in Waldorf escalated into violence when a young student lashed out at peers and staff, assaulting multiple adults who attempted to intervene. The incident unfolded on before dismissal on Thursday, Jan. 16, when the student initially assaulted another child in the classroom, prompting an intervention that went wrong. A teacher attempting to de-escalate the situation became the next target, a spokesperson from the Charles County Sheriff's Office said. When administrators stepped in to restore order, the violence continued.  On…

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Bill Belichick's Recruiting Trail Hits Hyattsville Catholic Schools Amid UNC Contract Confusion Bill Belichick's Recruiting Trail Hits Hyattsville Catholic Schools Amid UNC Contract Confusion
Bill Belichick's Recruiting Trail Hits Hyattsville Catholic Schools Amid UNC Contract Confusion Some coaching legends came together in Maryland on Thursday, Jan. 16. Former New England Patriots legend Bill Belichick made a pitstop at DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville to check in with Sports Illustrated's Maryland Coach of the Year Bill McGregor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DeMatha High School (@demathacatholic) McGregor has been a fixture at Dematha Catholic for decades, leading them to multiple championships and undefeated seasons. He led the DeMatha (10-1) back to the state championship, when they won their…

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St. Agnes Catholic School To Close At End Of Academic Year In Maryland St. Agnes Catholic School To Close At End Of Academic Year In Maryland
St. Agnes Catholic School To Close At End Of Academic Year In Maryland The doors of St. Agnes Catholic School in Baltimore will close for good at the end of the 2024-25 academic year, marking the end of an era for the once bustling institution. Officials from the Archdiocese of Baltimore cited a sharp 25 percent enrollment decline in recent years as the driving force behind the decision, which they say has created insurmountable financial challenges. “This was not an easy decision to make and came after considerable discussion and extensive evaluation of the sustainability of the school,” school leaders said in a statement. "Unfortunately, consistent years of…

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Lifelong Educator Entering Hospice Care After Battle With Cancer 'Touched So Many' Lifelong Educator Entering Hospice Care After Battle With Cancer 'Touched So Many'
Lifelong Educator Entering Hospice Care After Battle With Cancer 'Touched So Many' A beloved teacher and mother of two who bravely battled cancer before it returned one last time is being remembered for her decades educating children in the region. Kym Hurley, a lifelong educator who was forced to retire due to her health conditions, has entered hospice care, organizers of a long-running GoFundMe campaign for her family confirmed on Tuesday afternoon. Hurley, who has taught children for more than 30 years - and would have taught or another 30 if her health permitted, friends say - put on a courageous years-long fight with the disease. The teacher is being remembered for …

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Snow Way! These Maryland, Virginia School Districts Announce Tuesday Closures (UPDATED) Snow Way! These Maryland, Virginia School Districts Announce Tuesday Closures (UPDATED)
Snow Way! These Maryland, Virginia School Districts Announce Tuesday Closures (Updated) Some students are celebrating - and some parents are mourning - as school districts in Maryland and Virginia begin announcing closures for Tuesday.  With the first snowstorm of 2025 rolling through the region, most schools were closed on Monday, Jan. 6, and some districts chose to be proactive and called off classes on Tuesday as a precaution. As of 5:30 p.m. on Monday, these districts have announced closures:  Maryland Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Baltimore County Public Schools; Calvert County Public Schools; Charles County Public Schools; College of Southern Maryland;…

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Some DMV Schools Closing Early Due To Inclement Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown Some DMV Schools Closing Early Due To Inclement Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown
Some DMV Schools Closing Early Due To Inclement Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown With rain expected to turn to snow across parts of Maryland and Virginia, some school districts are being proactive and have already announced early dismissals or closures for students and staff. A Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay, Tidal Potomac River, and I-95 corridor through central Maryland, northern Virginia, and District of Columbia. Temperatures are expected to continue dropping over the weekend, with a wintry mix expected on Sunday night into Monday. Rain and snow will develop across the region today with higher snow accu…

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Maryland Man Pointed Gun At School Bus Fully Loaded With Children: Sheriff Maryland Man Pointed Gun At School Bus Fully Loaded With Children: Sheriff
Maryland Man Pointed Gun At School Bus Fully Loaded With Children: Sheriff A Newburg man is behind bars after allegedly pointing a gun at a loaded school bus full of students near Waverly Place earlier this fall, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Richard William Ellis, 47, is facing more than a dozen charges following a scary incident that led to a lengthy investigation, and ultimately his arrest. Authorities say the incident happened Sept. 20 as a Piccowaxen Middle School bus was dropping off students.  Officers from the sheriff's office launched an investigation and presented the case to the Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office, which s…

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Heroic Local Intervenes To Save Boy From Abduction Attempt Near Maryland Bus Stop: Sheriff Heroic Local Intervenes To Save Boy From Abduction Attempt Near Maryland Bus Stop: Sheriff
Heroic Local Intervenes To Save Boy From Abduction Attempt Near Maryland Bus Stop: Sheriff A concerned local is being hailed as a hero after saving an 8-year-old boy who was taken by a woman while waiting for his school bus in Charles County on Thursday morning, according to the sheriff's office. The J.C. Parks Elementary School student was near his bus stop in Bryans Road shortly after 8:30 a.m. on Dec. 19 when he was approached by local resident Krystal Ninette Clay, who asked him to get in her Chevy in the area of Hard Bargain Circle and Montrose Road. The boy initially declined but ultimately complied, investigators said. Clay then drove a short distance before stopping …

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High School Bathroom Bust: Student Selling Weed Kicks Cop While Trying To Escape In MD: Sheriff High School Bathroom Bust: Student Selling Weed Kicks Cop While Trying To Escape In MD: Sheriff
High School Bathroom Bust: Student Selling Weed Kicks Cop While Trying To Escape In MD: Sheriff A high school bathroom turned into a bad business deal for one student after getting busted for selling weed, then kicking a cop while trying to make a run for it, officials said. It all went down shortly after noon on Monday, Dec. 16, at 12:09 p.m. at Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf. After getting reports of a student slinging marijuana in a bathroom, a school administrator and resource officer swooped in to investigate. They found the student holding 28 grams of cannabis, but the situation quickly went sideways when the student, already in the administrator’s office, bolted for the do…

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Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm
Sharp Drop In College Enrollment Raises Alarm Fewer high school graduates began college this fall, with enrollment in that age group dropping 5 percent from last year, according to an analysis by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.  Four-year institutions were hardest hit, with public colleges seeing an 8.5 percent drop in first-year enrollments and private nonprofit colleges reporting a 6.5 percent decline.  This trend poses significant challenges for colleges and universities, particularly those reliant on tuition revenue.  As the competition for students intensifies, institutions face mounting pressur…

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Students Charged In Strong-Armed Robbery At Mattawoman Middle School, Sheriff Says Students Charged In Strong-Armed Robbery At Mattawoman Middle School, Sheriff Says
Students Charged In Strong-Armed Robbery At Mattawoman Middle School, Sheriff Says Three middle school students are facing charges after allegedly stealing a name-brand ski mask from a fellow student during dismissal, authorities announced. The incident happened on Nov. 18 at Mattawoman Middle School in Charles County, where investigators say three students, all 13 years old, approached another student and forcibly took their mask. A School Resource Officer was alerted to the robbery the following day and began investigating.  The officer quickly identified the involved students and consulted with the Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office. On Nov. 21, two of the…

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Head Of Prestigious Preschool In DMV Charged With Coercion, Enticement Of Minor: Feds Head Of Prestigious Preschool In DMV Charged With Coercion, Enticement Of Minor: Feds
Head Of Prestigious Preschool In DMV Charged With Coercion, Enticement Of Minor: Feds The head of the National Child Research Center (NCRC) in Northwest DC is facing federal charges for allegedly attempting to coerce and entice a minor, according to federal authorities. James S. Carroll, 55, was arrested on Tuesday following a criminal complaint filed in US District Court in connection with attempted coercion and enticement of a minor. Federal authorities allege that between Tuesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 14, Carroll used the Discord messaging platform to communicate with an undercover officer posing as the father of a young child.  During this time, Carroll allege…

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Student Arrested For Threatening Violence At Maryland High School, Sheriff Says Student Arrested For Threatening Violence At Maryland High School, Sheriff Says
Student Arrested For Threatening Violence At Maryland High School, Sheriff Says A teen is facing charges following a potentially scary situation that played out at a Charles County high school on Tuesday, according to the sheriff's office. On Nov. 19, an SRO at Henry E. Lackey High School was advised about a student who was yelling in the hallways that he was going to bring a weapon to school to harm another student. According to officials, the School Resource Officer was able to locate the student in question, contacted their guardians and followed up with a home visit. The student was charged on a juvenile offense report with disruption of school activities. He…

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Lanham Man Working At Virginia School Charged With Soliciting Sex From Student: Police Lanham Man Working At Virginia School Charged With Soliciting Sex From Student: Police
Lanham Man Working At Virginia School Charged With Soliciting Sex From Student: Police A Maryland man working for Arlington Public Schools has been arrested and charged with a sexually-based offense, authorities announced on Friday. Lanham resident Darryl Ramsey, Jr., 31, is facing charges in Virginia and now investigators are seeking possible additional victims.  According to the Arlington Police Department, last week, the agency launched an investigation after being tipped off that an Instructional Assistant assigned to Wakefield High School solicited sex from an underage student. The investigation led to Ramsey's arrest on Friday, Nov. 15, who was charged with taking…

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Threatening Video Causes Alarm For School Officials In Maryland: Sheriff Threatening Video Causes Alarm For School Officials In Maryland: Sheriff
Threatening Video Causes Alarm For School Officials In Maryland: Sheriff Alarm bells were sounded for some school administrators when a video of a middle school student making purported threats made the rounds in Charles County. Shortly after 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, an officer assigned to the Benjamin Stoddert Middle School in Waldorf was alerted of a student who was showing video of themselves to other students holding what appeared to be a firearm. According to the Charles County Sheriff's Office, "the student also mentioned to the other students that they were going to shoot up the school and indicated they had a gun on their person."  Off…

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