North Harford Middle School near Pylesville and John Carroll School, a private high school in Bel Air, have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.
Of 490 schools nominated nationwide, 266 were chosen for the honor based on instruction, student achievement, leadership and parental involvement.
The schools will receive a plaque commemorating their selection at an award ceremony in May at the White House.
