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John grew up on a farm in Frederick County, Maryland. He studied at Frederick Community College and University of Maryland Baltimore County. He writes as a freelance writer while raising his children in Walkersville.
Education Glade Valley 

Maryland Schools Closed; Distance Learning Continues

GladeValley.net Staff

Maryland State Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon announced this afternoon that schools will be closed for the remainder of the year. Dr. Salmon also presented a recovery plan for school systems. School systems can use the plan to help get students back on track to meet educational goals. The plan offers choices for modified schedules, small group learning, and more once Maryland is able to progress to its second phase and beyond for re-opening.

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Governor Hogan Press Conference with Superintendent of Schools

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At approximately 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, Governor Larry Hogan update Marylanders on the most recent developments in the State’s COVID-19 response and recovery plan. Maryland State Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon and Dr. David Marcozzi, COVID-19 Incident Commander for the University of Maryland Medical System, will join Governor Hogan for this update. Watch live here.

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Education Glade Valley 

FCPS Names Walkersville’s Jill McWilliams 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year

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Walkersville Elementary School multi-grade kindergarten-first grade teacher Jill McWilliams was named the Frederick County Public Schools 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year this morning during Board of Education President Brad W. Young and Superintendent Dr. Terry Alban’s virtual “SurPRIZE Patrol” visit to an online school meeting. The school system’s most prestigious award recognizes excellence in the teaching profession. “We had 68 outstanding Teacher of the Year nominees,” said Superintendent Dr. Theresa Alban. “The creative ways that Mrs. McWilliams dedicates herself to building connections with students and their families, combined with the…

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Obituaries 

Theresa D’Auria

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Theresa J. D’Auria, 92, of Woodsboro, MD passed away at Citizens Care & Rehab on Sunday, May 3, 2020. Born December 13, 1927 in Uniontown, PA she was the daughter of the late Pasquele and Catherine (Dandrea) D’Auria. Theresa was a long time member of St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, where she was a member of the St. Peter’s Ladies Club. Theresa loved bingo, and dearly loved her family. She will be sorely missed by all. She is survived by her niece and several nephews. Interment will be…

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Obituaries 

Jason Haynes

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Jason Lee Haynes, 47, of Walkersville, MD, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at his home. Born September 16, 1973 in Silver Spring, MD, he was the son of Susan (Clerman) Haynes of Walkersville, and the late James Haynes. Jason was employed by Fitness First Health Clubs until he became disabled due to a severe accident. He had such a passion for motorcycles and riding. Surviving in addition to his mother and her partner Jim McPherson, is his brother Wes Haynes and sister-in-law Tabbie Haynes of Walkersville; his precious nieces,…

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