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BCPS reports smooth opening, new attendance push and expanded school meals programs
Summary
Superintendent Darryl Rogers and division leaders reported a successful opening of the 2025–26 school year with 110,000 students, renewed Attendance Awareness Month activities, expanded meal programs and a notable Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant in 51 schools.
Superintendent Darryl Rogers told the Baltimore County Board of Education on Sept. 9 that Baltimore County Public Schools welcomed about 110,000 students for the start of the 2025–26 school year and that system leaders observed strong opening-week instruction during school visits.
Rogers and division leaders highlighted September as Attendance Awareness Month and described countywide spirit days and an “Here for It” attendance pledge. “We are very proud of the gains that our schools have made,” Rogers said, noting 120 schools improved attendance last year and the district’s continued focus on reducing chronic absenteeism.
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