Baltimore, Maryland is called the “Charm City.” It is the largest city in Maryland and sits in the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 1.5 million people. Baltimore has long been known for its ethnic neighborhoods and innovations in the preservation and restoration of urban homes. Baltimore is located on the Chesapeake Bay. Its picturesque Inner Harbor is the…
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Visitors Guide To Baltimore Maryland Usa
With a population rapidly approaching 700,000, Baltimore is the biggest city in Maryland and covers an area of more than 80 square miles / 210 square kilometers. Close to Washington DC, Baltimore lies on America’s eastern coast and contains an important port, complete with large harbor. Many of the main sights and attractions in the city can be found around…
Popular Attractions In Baltimore Maryland
The town of Baltimore was founded in 1729 and incorporated in 1796. Baltimore was named to honor the title of Maryland’s founding family, the six Lords of Baltimore. In 1768 the beginning Baltimore was a tiny village of 200 homes. As the city grew it became an important shipbuilding center. Merchants prospered and the city’s port flourished. In 1851, the…
Baltimore Schools May Change Graduation Requirements
For decades, graduating Baltimore Schools seniors have had to show that they have met or exceeded their school’s educational requirements, typically in the form of a standardized test such as the SAT or ACT. Many school districts have adopted tests that have been designed by their state’s DOE (Department of Education). While lots of kids do well on these types…
Baltimore Schools Try To Grow Their Own Teachers
Baltimore Schools mirror the rest of the nation in a shortage of qualified and available teachers. The most recent recruitment attempt involves a “grow-your-own” method that is slowly cropping up around the country. The Baltimore Country district of Baltimore Schools awarded 3 college scholarships this year for students to pursue education degrees. The scholarship recipients will be trained and mentored…
Changes Are In The Works For Baltimore Schools
Most people would agree that most change is for the better. Leaders of Baltimore County Public Schools hold this belief in relation to improving the 180 schools and 82,000 students they serve. They know that for students and their Baltimore Schools, working to enact change is to the benefit of all – since the district is in need of drastic…
Traveling The Scenic Historic National Road From Baltimore To Western Maryland
Traveling by car through Baltimore, Maryland on the scenic byways is a true sight to behold with antique rows, early morning farmers’ markets, wineries, blacksmith shops, wagon yards, and a host of historic sites and attractions. The Historic National Road Hundreds of years ago the easiest ways for new settlers to cross the Appalachian Mountains going west were on the…
The Climate In Baltimore Maryland
Baltimore is located in the north central part of Maryland on the Patapsco River just a short distance from the Chesapeake Bay. Low hills are on the western and northern parts of Baltimore. Hundreds of species of trees thrive in Baltimore’s climate; they include: What’s your Reaction? Love Love 0 Smile Smile 0 Haha Haha 0 Sad Sad 0 Star…
3 200 Students Remain Excluded From Baltimore Schools Due To Required Vaccinations
In 2005, state legislators added two additional immunizations to the list that Baltimore schools must ensure all children through the ninth grade have before attending school. The first deadline for Baltimore schools’ children for the new vaccinations was the start of school for school year 2006-2007. Due to lack of compliance across the state, that deadline was extended to January…