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All In: The Superintendent’s Blog
All In: A Call for Justice and Equality
Chris Cram Posted On May 31, 2020


All In: A Call for Justice and Equality For several weeks, I’ve been writing about how we are “all in this together" as we continue to face the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is another crisis in our […]


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MCPS Board of Education
2018 Legislative Platform
Chris Cram Posted On November 3, 2017


As the first quarter of this school year draws to a close, the Montgomery County Board of Education is already looking ahead to the start of the 2018 legislative session in January. As part of our planning, my Board colleagues […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Changes Coming to Public Comments Sign-up Process
Chris Cram Posted On September 14, 2017


Beginning Oct. 23, 2017, the Montgomery County Board of Education will be changing the process to sign up to speak at Board business meetings. Based on feedback from our community and the growing use of technology, we will be asking […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Fiscal Year 2018 Operating Budget Update
Chris Cram Posted On June 2, 2017


Dear MCPS Community: The Montgomery County Council voted to fully fund the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) operating budget for Fiscal Year 2018. In alignment with the recommendation by County Executive Isiah Leggett, the $2.52 billion investment in our schools […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Board President & Superintendent Send Letter to Maryland’s U.S. Senators About Possible Impacts of American Health Care Act
Chris Cram Posted On May 16, 2017


Dear Senator Cardin and Senator Van Hollen, Jr.: On May 4, 2017, the United States House of Representatives (House) passed the American Health Care Act (AHCA) by a vote of 217-213. Because of the expeditious movement of the legislation, Montgomery […]


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MCPS Board of Education
A Letter to Governor Hogan Asking For Reexamination of School Calendar Executive Order
Chris Cram Posted On March 16, 2017


You can also read the letter here The Honorable Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr. Governor The State ofMaryland 100 State Circle Annapolis, Maryland  2I40I-I925 Dear Governor Hogan: On behalf of the Montgomery County Board of Education, I am writing to share […]


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MCPS Board of Education
A Message from the Board of Education: Safe and Welcoming Schools for All Students
Chris Cram Posted On January 10, 2017


Dear MCPS Families: Happy New Year! As we begin 2017, we want to take this opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for every MCPS student to learn. Montgomery County has experienced an increase in […]


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MCPS Board of Education
The Language of Equity and Excellence
Chris Cram Posted On January 3, 2017


By Patricia O’Neill Chair— Policy Management Committee, Montgomery County Board of Education Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has a longstanding commitment to the principles of equity and excellence in education. These principles are embedded in our school system’s mission and […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Supporting the Families of the Flower Branch Apartments Tragedy
Chris Cram Posted On August 18, 2016


By Michael A. Durso and Jack R. Smith As you all are likely aware, our community experienced a terrible tragedy last week when a horrific fire and explosion led to a building collapse at the Flower Branch Apartments on Piney […]


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Board of Education  / MCPS Board of Education  / Public Engagement
Issue of Underage Drinking and Substance Use Requires the Attention of All of Us in the MCPS Community
Chris Cram Posted On June 3, 2016


by Michael Durso The recent events surrounding the Bethesda-Chevy Chase (B-CC) High School graduation have once again put the issue of underage drinking and substance use squarely in front of us. Understandably, there are strong feelings on all sides of […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Investing to Reduce Class Size and Close the Achievement Gap
Chris Cram Posted On May 25, 2016


  By Michael A. Durso and Larry A. Bowers The Montgomery County Council’s tentative approval of the Montgomery County Public Schools operating budget for next year provides $37.9 million of additional funding that will allow us to reduce class sizes […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Council Passes Creative Solution to Help Solve our Construction Funding Shortfall
Chris Cram Posted On May 18, 2016


By Michael A. Durso and Larry A. Bowers In a unanimous vote today, the County Council approved an additional funding source for our Capital Improvements Program that will allow Montgomery County Public Schools to move forward with plans to create […]


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TV
Choose Respect Conference Highlights Healthy Teen Dating
Chris Cram Posted On March 24, 2016


More than 400 teens, parents, and community advocates came together Sunday, March 20, at the Choose Respect conference at Richard Montgomery High School. Sponsored by Verizon, Montgomery County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, Montgomery County Public Schools, and many more the event […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Statement from Board of Education President Michael Durso and Interim Superintendent of Schools Larry Bowers on County Executive Isiah Leggett’s FY 2017 Operating Budget Recommendation for MCPS
Chris Cram Posted On March 15, 2016


Rockville, MD – Montgomery County Board of Education President Michael Durso and Interim Superintendent of Schools Larry Bowers released the following statement today concerning the publication of County Executive Isiah Leggett’s recommended Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget for Montgomery County […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Our Children Can’t Wait; Now is the Time to Reinvest in Education
Chris Cram Posted On March 1, 2016


Today, the Montgomery County Board of Education submitted its Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget to County Executive Isiah Leggett and the County Council. The budget serves as a reflection of our unwavering commitment to reinvest in our students so that […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Board President and Interim Superintendent Ask MD Governor for More CIP Support
Chris Cram Posted On February 9, 2016


Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is the largest school system in the state and our student enrollment continues to grow. We are experiencing our eighth straight year of record enrollment growth, adding nearly 19,000 students since 2007.  To keep pace, […]


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Announcements  / Staff Bulletin
A Message of Appreciation
Chris Cram Posted On December 22, 2015


As 2015 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to thank you for the outstanding work you have done this year and for your unwavering commitment to the success of our students. My leadership team and I have had the privilege and opportunity to visit many schools over the past four months and we have been so impressed with how our teachers, support professionals, and school leaders are working tirelessly to meet the needs of our students.


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Announcements  / Staff Bulletin
IRS decreases 2016 mileage reimbursement rate to 54 cents
Chris Cram Posted On December 22, 2015


The Internal Revenue Service has announced that beginning January 1, 2016, the standard mileage rate for the business use of an automobile will be 54 cents per mile, a decrease of 3.5 cents per mile from the current 57.5 cent rate.


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TV
Make Your Voice Heard on the Budget
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


The Board of Education is beginning the process of reviewing Interim Superintendent Bowers’ FY 2017 recommended Operating Budget. The Board will hold public hearings on the budget on Jan. 7 and Jan. 14. Starting Dec. 14 at 9 a.m., individuals […]


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TV
Interim Superintendent Bowers Recommends $2.4B FY 2017 Operating Budget
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


Interim Superintendent Larry Bowers proposed a $2.4 billion Operating Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 to the Board of Education on Dec. 8. The budget includes investments to improve students’ literacy and math skills; build the cultural proficiency of staff; […]


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TV
Students Become Civility Ambassadors
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


Twenty-eight students at Briggs Chaney Middle School learned about conflict resolution and community building during two days of training conducted by Community Matters, an organization that works to improve the social-emotional climate of schools and communities across the nation. The […]


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TV
Preparing for Life After High School
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


Students at Wheaton High School have developed a new course that will provide their peers with critical skills that are essential to life beyond high school. The course, Life 101, is designed to introduce students to pragmatic skills for life […]


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TV
MCPS Students Display Artwork at U.S. Capitol Building
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


More than 20 MCPS students had an opportunity to showcase their artwork at the U.S. Capitol Building on Dec. 2. The exhibit was organized by Youth Art for Healing, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring works of art […]


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TV
Student Leaders Meet with Board of Education
Chris Cram Posted On December 14, 2015


Nearly 50 student leaders from MCPS secondary schools met with members of the Board of Education, Interim Superintendent Bowers, and senior administration. The students shared their thoughts and offered ideas to help the board as they set their priorities for […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Interim Superintendent Bowers Sends Letter to Comptroller Franchot on School Construction Costs
Chris Cram Posted On November 25, 2015


We have appreciated Comptroller Peter Franchot’s support of our school construction program over the years and are always eager to work with him to ensure that we have sufficient resources for our students. However, at a recent public forum, Comptroller […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Board President Sends Letter Urging Governor Hogan’s Continued Support of Capital Funding
Chris Cram Posted On November 16, 2015


The Honorable Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr. Governor of Maryland 100 State Circle Annapolis, Maryland 21401-1925 Dear Governor Hogan: As President of the Montgomery County Board of Education, and former President of the Maryland Association of Boards of Education, I write […]


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MCPS Board of Education
Board President Offers Congratulations to Medal of Honor Recipient
Chris Cram Posted On November 12, 2015


“The Montgomery County Board of Education congratulates Walter Johnson High School graduate Captain Florent Groberg on receiving our nation’s highest recognition for battlefield bravery—the Medal of Honor. We are proud of Captain Groberg and so grateful for his service to […]


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MCPS Board of Education
PARCC Results Are a New Beginning
Chris Cram Posted On November 9, 2015


By Patricia B. O’Neill The first results from new state assessments were released last week, and the scores are certainly eye-opening for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and the entire state of Maryland. In MCPS, less than half of our […]


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MCPS Board of Education  / Uncategorized
Board of Education Meets with Legislative Delegation
Chris Cram Posted On November 5, 2015


By Patricia B. O’Neill November 5, 2015 My Board colleagues and I met with members of our legislative delegation this morning in Rockville. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get together every year to discuss how we can work together to […]


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TV
Helping Student Athletes Achieve
Chris Cram Posted On November 3, 2015


See a photo essay about the work of Athletic Trainers in MCPS: https://mcps.exposure.co/helping-student-athletes-achieve Athletic Trainers work with student athletes at all high schools providing support for injuries, ensuring safety, and guiding students through rehabilitative exercises.


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