Apples to Oranges: Advocating for Excellence in Maryland Public Schools
We believe parents—not teachers’ unions with political agendas—should have the final say in their children’s education.
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The Orange Ballot is dedicated to advancing a student-first vision of education by endorsing strong candidates for the Board of Education. Through voter education, community outreach, and candidate endorsements, we're working to bring back academic excellence to our schools.
How do Maryland laws & FCPS curriculum impact students?
Frederick County’s schools face rising costs and falling results. The $988 million budget grows faster than enrollment and inflation, yet class sizes remain large and less than half of staff are classroom teachers. Despite record spending, 75% of students fail algebra, 40% fail English, and 70% fail science. Review the Maryland State Report Card here. Programs parents choose—like charter schools and virtual learning—often lack support, and parental rights and concerns over age-appropriate content are ignored. It’s time for reform that ensures responsible spending, strong academics, and respect for families.
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