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Montgomery Co. teen arrested, charged after handgun found at school

By Will Vitka

A 17-year-old boy was arrested and charged after bringing a gun to school in Montgomery County, Maryland, police said Wednesday.

According to a news release, the Silver Spring teen was escorted to the main office at Wheaton High School around 1:55 p.m. and consented to a search.

Staff found a loaded handgun and marijuana during the search.

Police were called and the teen was arrested.

Giving students a voice: Music teacher named Montgomery County Teacher of the Year

By Kate Ryan
Humbled, elated and surprised. That's how Sherwood High School music teacher and restorative justice coach Johnathan Dunn describes his reaction to learning he's been named Montgomery County's Teacher of the Year. Dunn is quick to give credit to teachers and school staff across the school system, who, like their students, have experienced a range of stressors over the past two years during the pandemic.
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