The MCPS Partnerships Unit is seeking Montgomery County businesses, government agencies and nonprofits to participate as hosts for the 2021 Summer RISE program. Registration is now open. Summer RISE provides rising MCPS juniors and seniors with career-based learning experiences and […]
On May 3, the Montgomery County Board of Education took the first step in its search for a new superintendent of schools by issuing a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) to hire a search firm to assist in the superintendent […]
The Gaithersburg Book Festival (GBF), a celebration of books, writers and literary excellence, started May 1 and continues through Friday, May 28. The event is virtual and offers live and pre-recorded programming on weekdays and weekends. The event includes more […]
MCPS will offer summer programs for elementary, middle and high school students. Programs will address learning loss, with a focus on mathematics, literacy, electives and preparing for the next grade level. Elementary and middle schools will offer programs that include […]
Calling all rising MCPS juniors and seniors! MCPS is accepting applications to participate in the 2021 Summer RISE program now through 5 p.m. on Monday, April 26. Summer RISE provides rising Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) juniors and seniors with […]
National research shows that mathematics achievement has been impacted by the pandemic more than any other content area in K-12 education. The MCPS Department of Curriculum and Instructional Programs has developed a long-range plan to address the unlearned content that […]
The Office of Technology and Innovation has launched a new Community Help Desk portal. Hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. In this portal, parents/guardians can: Find helpful support guides and screencasts in English […]
The MCPS Virtual Academy will launch in the fall and will provide a year-long fully virtual option for students in prekindergarten through Grade 12. While virtual learning during the pandemic has been difficult for many students, others have thrived. The […]
Be sure to remind your middle or high school student(s) to vote in the upcoming election for the new Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) on Thursday, April 22 or Friday, April 23. The finalists are Henry Kaye […]
Every year, students receiving ESOL services are required to take the WIDA ACCESS placement test for English Language Learners (ELLs)assessment to measure English language proficiency. During the 2020-2021 school year, the state has determined that the test will be optional […]
Remake Learning Days Across America (RLDAA) is a learning festival that celebrates the many learning opportunities in a community. This celebration, which is happening across the country in 17 different regions, highlights innovative experiences and opportunities for youth to develop […]
Registration will open Monday, May 3. High school programs will begin Monday, June 28 and elementary and middle school programs will begin Tuesday, July 6.
The next installment of Let’s Talk Careers is scheduled for 10–11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 28, and will feature speakers from the world of healthcare and community health. Let’s Talk Careers is a monthly live speaker series hosted by MCPS […]
MCPS, Montgomery College (MC) and CASA invite students and community members to an information session about how to apply for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. DACA protects people from deportation and provides work authorization and a Social Security […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education has extended the deadline for nominations for its 24th Annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. The deadline is 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 8. The awards are sponsored by the Board to […]
The Board of Education has approved a 2021-2022 traditional school year calendar. The school year will begin on Aug. 30, 2021, and end on June 15, 2022 (Scenario 1). The Board also voted to approve the Innovative School Year Calendar […]
Here are five important things you need to know about the March 23 Board of Education discussion on MCPS’ reopening plan and what’s ahead: The Board voted to speed up the current timeline for the return of student groups. Students […]
In February 2021, the College Board and International Baccalaureate (IB) announced changes to spring 2021 Advanced Placement (AP) and IB examinations. MCPS has reviewed available options, consulted with stakeholders and considered the operational, safety and health measures needed to successfully […]
Meal distribution at curbside sites will be limited as spring break approaches. Stop by the meal sites to pick up a box of meals on March 26. There will not be curbside meal service March 29 – April 5. NEW: […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking nominations from the public for its 24th Annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. The awards are sponsored by the Board to recognize and show appreciation to individuals (including students), groups […]
The next installment of Let’s Talk Careers is scheduled for 10–11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 28, and will feature speakers from the world of healthcare and community health. Let’s Talk Careers is a monthly live speaker series hosted by MCPS […]
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and MCPS want to hear from you. MSDE has mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey to all parents/guardians of students with an IEP in Montgomery County. Families of kindergarten–Grade 12 students […]
As part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Asian Pacific American Student Achievement Action Group (APASAAG) is co-sponsoring a poster contest for K–12 students. The contest calls on students to create a piece of original art that […]
The Annual Report to the Community for the 2019–2020 school year is now available. It is the story of a school system that experienced steady growth in enrollment and student achievement. It is also the story of a school system […]
MCPS has developed two calendar scenarios that reflect different start and end dates for the 2021-2022 school year.
There are new hours for Chromebook distribution at 45 W. Gude Dr. in Rockville. Distribution will take place Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will not be distribution on Fridays. More information is available here.
MCPS recognizes the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted many students’ learning in mathematics over the course of the 2020 and 2021 school years. As a result, adjustments to existing courses and alternative recommendations for course pathways are currently being discussed. While […]
The Maryland State Board of Education recently approved that the following spring 2021 assessments will be cancelled: English Language Arts (ELA) (grades 3-8, 10) Mathematics (grades 3-8 and Algebra 1) Alternate Assessments in ELA and Reading (grades 3-8, 11) […]
Three teachers have been named finalists for the 2021–2022 MCPS Teacher of the Year Award by the Marian Greenblatt Education Fund. They are: Sara Kopf, first grade teacher at New Hampshire Estates Elementary School School; Joseph Bostic, Jr., math content […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking nominations from the public for its 24th Annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. The awards are sponsored by the Board to recognize and show appreciation to individuals, including students, groups […]
