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Solving structural issues in schools and building new, safe facilities is certainly an important endeavor and will likely already address several problems in Baltimore’s schools, which on average are the oldest in the state. This work group, however, has the opportunity to observe the real struggles of Baltimore and help turn schools into a space in which young people can feel safe and cared for. Real students’ experiences and the consequences of low-quality schools, especially those in Baltimore, should define how this group determines funding — not a formula.
New headlines surrounding the heating and cooling problems in Baltimore City schools are almost identical to last year’s, with schools dismissing students two hours early last Wednesday due to extreme heat inside school buildings without air conditioning. Considering additional academic and community issues plaguing Baltimore City, cancellations are nothing to be excited about and should deeply concern the new work group dedicated to defining deficiencies in Maryland schools.
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Baltimore is a unique and vibrant city, and though there are many reasons why we’re called “Charm City”, we tend to make the news for our flaws rather than our strengths. And hackathons are a great way to engage the broader community to explore technology as a way to help solve them.