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President Trump’s and Joe Biden’s First Presidential Debate Becomes More Chaotic Than Expected

October 5, 2020October 8, 2020 Reese Schenkel black lives matter, COVID- 19, Debate, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, vote

President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee former Vice President Joe Biden squared off in a presidential debate Sep. 29 like

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Deadline Approaching Fast for Completing Critical 2020 Census

October 1, 2020October 5, 2020 Olivia Gyapong 2020, Government

The 2020 census must be completed by this Monday, Oct 5, 2020, and meeting this critical deadline will ensure that

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Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Dies, Leaves Trump to Fill Vacancy

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020 Reese Schenkel 2020 Election, RBG, Supreme Court, Trump

Supreme Court Justice Leader Ruth Bager Ginsburg died at 87 years old, Friday, Sep.18. Nominated by President Bill Clinton in

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First Day Off to Frustrating Start with myMCPS Classroom Slowdown

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020 Olivia Gyapong CenturyLink, first day of school, MCPS Communications, myMCPS Classroom

For some students, the first day of school got off to a slow start as internet service provider CenturyLink crashed

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Library in Lockdown: How the Media Center Will Continue Supporting Students During Virtual Instruction

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020 Olivia Gyapong books, library, virtual learning

The library is a cornerstone of every school community, and that remains the case even during virtual instruction, as the

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Everything You Need to Know About First Semester Virtual Education

August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 Olivia Gyapong back to school, fall 2020

This summer, MCPS officials and Blake staff have been working tirelessly to ensure students have a positive and productive experience

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How Social Media is Revolutionizing the Black Lives Matter Movement

June 9, 2020 Olivia Gyapong black lives matter, Blackouttuesday, Social media

The immense power of social media has allowed activists to rally support for the Black Lives Matter movement in an

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A Tale of Two Protests

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 Olivia Gyapong black lives matter, DC, Looting, Protests

In more than 40 cities including Washington, DC, demonstrators have peacefully congregated in streets chanting, “Black Lives Matter;” pleading for

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Government, Justice System Response to Black Lives Matter Movement

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 Olivia Gyapong black lives matter, floyd, justice, Trump

As protesters are filling the streets of major cities and small towns alike demanding an overhaul of government and the

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College Board Sued Over Disaster-Ridden AP Exams

May 29, 2020May 29, 2020 Olivia Gyapong AP Exams

The College Board is under fire for its handling of the modified 2020 AP exams, facing a lawsuit after tens

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How COVID-19 is Affecting Colleges: Closures, Bankruptcies, and More

May 22, 2020May 28, 2020 Former Staff Member Caroline Calvo, Colleges, Coronavirus, COVID19, The Blake Beat, Universities

With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise in the United States, many colleges and universities are considering postponing on-campus activities, including

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Coronavirus Update: Extended Closures, Changes to College Admissions, New Grading Policies and More

April 19, 2020May 1, 2020 Olivia Gyapong College Admission, Coronavirus, Grading, Graduation, MCPS, Olivia Gyapong, seniors, SSL

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to plague our country, several decisions have been handed down at both the state and

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Hogan Issues a Stay-at-Home Order to Slow Spread of COVID-19

March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 Olivia Gyapong Coronavirus, Governor Larry Hogan, Olivia Gyapong

As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Maryland surpasses the 1,400 mark, Governor Larry Hogan has issued a lockdown

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MCPS’ Remote Learning: Here’s What You Need to Know

March 30, 2020March 31, 2020 Olivia Gyapong Coronavirus, Olivia Gyapong

MCPS will initiate the first phase of a virtual, self-paced model of learning, Monday, March 30, as schools remain closed

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An Update Regarding Extended School Closures, Effects on Rest of School Year

March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 Olivia Gyapong changes, Coronavirus, Maryland Schools, News, Olivia Gyapong, updates

Dr. Karen Salmon, Superintendent of Maryland Schools, announced March 25 that all Maryland public schools will be closed through at

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US Capitol Insurrection Over Election Certification Shakes Core of America

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November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 Alanna Stewart

Today on the Bengal Angle we talk about ways to celebrate holidays while still staying safe and following COVID guidelines.

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