Prince George's County schools have a public relations problem, says County Executive Rushern Baker, who believes he has an answer.
"By showing parents and residents and businesses what a great job we're doing in Prince George's County we get greater engagement," Baker said.
Baker named members to a commission today that will help expand science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) classes at county schools. Part of that expansion includes letting parents and students know those classes are offered.
Baker made his announcement at the IT training classroom at Fairmont Heights High School. Students at the school received Internet Technology certifications for the first time this year, and some plan to open a community repair shop this summer to fix electronic equipment.
Baker said the program exemplifies how Prince George's schools don't get the lofty rankings of neighboring Montgomery and Fairfax counties but still have something to offer.
Baker said the commission may appropriate county funds from areas such as health care or economic development to education if that's the recommendation of members of the commission.
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