As a result of air quality issues and the presence of mold spores in parts of the building, Esperanza Middle School (EMS) will remain closed…
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UPDATE: SOMD Cars & Coffee “Stuff the Bus” Event Moved to Saturday, August 24th, 2024!
By The Citizen on August 16, 2024
UPDATE 8/16/2024: We regret to inform you that due to the forecasted inclement weather this Sunday, we have decided to reschedule the event. It will now…
Piney Point Elementary School First Day of School Delayed Due to Well Pump Failure
By The Citizen on August 15, 2024
Leonardtown, MD – As a result of well pump failure at Piney Point Elementary School, the opening school schedule for this site is impacted, with the first…
Back-to-School Traffic Safety: Protecting Our Children as the New School Year Begins
By The Citizen on August 14, 2024
As summer comes to an end, the excitement of a new school year begins. However, the return to school also brings increased traffic, particularly around…
Back-to-School Supply Events- Where to Get Free School Supplies for Those Needed in Southern Maryland
By The Citizen on August 11, 2024
As the new school year approaches, communities across Southern Maryland are coming together to ensure that students have the supplies they need to start the…
CSM Receives $375,000 Safety Grant from Maryland Higher Education Commission to Enhance Security Measures
By The Citizen on August 5, 2024
The Maryland Higher Education Commission in July awarded the College of Southern Maryland $375,000 from its Campus Safety Grant Program. This substantial investment will improve security…
College of Southern Maryland Engages Community at Blue Crabs Game
By The Citizen on July 28, 2024
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) demonstrated its community spirit by participating in the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ game on July 12. CSM’s Emergency Medical…
St. Mary’s County Board of Education Discusses Cell Phone Use in Schools
By The Citizen on July 27, 2024
In a recent meeting of the St. Mary’s County Board of Education, board members and attendees tackled the contentious issue of cell phone use in…
CSM Travel Study Students Put Education into Action to Aid Horseshoe Crab Conservation Efforts
By The Citizen on July 26, 2024
“The fact that their lineage is so ancient, and their biology differs so dramatically from humans makes them seem almost alien.” It’s a cycle that…
SOMD Cars & Coffee “Stuff the Bus” Event on Sunday, August 18, 2024!
By The Citizen on July 25, 2024
In collaboration with The Green Turtle in California, MD, SOMD Cars & Coffee event is excited to announce the “Stuff the Bus” edition! This event…
Nursing Professors Kathy Parsons and Lisa Gonzalez Excel with Nurse Support Program; Recognized for Leadership
By The Citizen on July 24, 2024
Ensuring that our region has top-quality nurses starts with ensuring that they’re taught by the best possible professors. College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing faculty…
Fire Safety – Matches and Lighters, Curious Kids Set Fires
By The Citizen on July 19, 2024
By RVFD Vice President / Lieutenant Scot Best: Each year, children start many fires. Many of these fires are started with matches and lighters. Children…
Historic St. Mary’s City July 2024 Programs and Events!
By The Citizen on July 1, 2024
July Programs in Historic St. Mary’s City moves to summer hours on July 3,Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. July 4. Senior Thursdays –…
Little Flower School to Open New Early Learning Center in July 2024
By The Citizen on June 24, 2024
Little Flower School will host an open house of its new Early Learning Center, the first and only Catholic school in St. Mary’s County to…
Gift to CSM Archives Celebrates Alumna Margaret Mary Hampton from College’s First Nurse Graduation Class
By The Citizen on June 24, 2024
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) recently received extraordinary gifts from the estate of CSM alumna Margaret Mary Hampton as overseen by her daughter Carol…