Science teacher Joanna Martinez-Mack will be honored along with others at the annual Champions for Children celebration on April 27.
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The message below was emailed to staff on Wednesday, March 11, with the latest information on the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus). Dear MCPS Staff, Thank you for your continued work in service of our students during these concerning times. We are […]
Scott Murphy, director of the Department of Secondary Curriculum and Districtwide Programs since 2015, is the 2020 recipient of the Dr. Edward Shirley Award for Excellence in Educational Administration and Supervision. This prestigious award, given by the Montgomery County Association […]
Twenty-one MCPS educators achieved certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) in 2019, and received their pins in a ceremony on March 10. Fifty teachers also renewed their certifications in 2019. National Board Certification is achieved through […]
Schools across MCPS celebrated Read Across America Day the week of March 2. At JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres, Deputy Superintendent Monifa McKnight served as one of the school’s guest readers and read “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” […]
April 22, 2020 will mark the 50th anniversary of the very first Earth Day celebration. That remarkable day in 1970 was recognized as the world’s largest civic event. Since then, people around the world spotlight the planet’s environment by holding […]
The Board approved the following administrative appointment at its March 10 business meeting: Natalia M. Ahn, General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel In Memoriam Deborah S. Doeh, teacher at Rolling Terrace Elementary School, died on Feb. 19. She was […]
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for the summer semester will be available for registration through the Professional Development Online (PDO) system beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, March 30. The summer semester runs from July through August. Teachers have priority […]
Do you know a local business that would like to teach rising MCPS juniors and seniors about their workplace and career field for three or four weeks in July as part of the Summer RISE 2020 program? The district is […]
Supporting services employees who are interested in taking advantage of student loan debt relief are asked to submit an application by Tuesday, March 31, 2020. This program helps eligible employees in the SEIU bargaining unit pay off student loans sooner. […]
This year’s nominees are a kindergarten teacher at Farmland Elementary School; a content specialist at Sligo Middle School; and a social studies resource teacher at Winston Churchill High School. The winner will go on to compete for the Maryland Teacher of the Year.
The message below was sent to all MCPS families this morning (March 4). Please be sure to read the latest information on coronavirus and the district’s efforts to ensure the health and safety of all students. Dear Parents and Guardians, […]
MCPS parents, staff and community members are invited to the 7th annual Special Education Summit, Leading the Way Today, Partnering for a Better Tomorrow. The summit will be from 8:15 a.m.–1 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 at Quince Orchard High School, 15800 Quince Orchard […]
Schools across Montgomery County celebrated Black History Month with events, exhibits, guest speakers and special programs. South Lake Elementary School hosted parents and students at its annual Black History Celebration. It was an exciting evening of trivia games, performances, arts […]
In case you missed it, the district sent an email message to staff on Friday, Feb. 28 regarding the latest on the districtwide boundary analysis. Dear MCPS Staff: We are writing to provide an update on the Districtwide Boundary Analysis. […]
It’s not too early to start thinking about baseball! The World Series Champions Washington Nationals are hosting two upcoming Teacher Appreciation Days. They will be Friday, May 1 at 7:05 p.m. against the Cincinnati Reds, and Friday, Sept. 18 at […]
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 for students to identify a notable living or deceased Asian […]
Know someone who wants to work for MCPS? The Office of Human Resources and Development is holding applicant screening fairs through the summer to hire for teachers, substitute teachers and supporting services positions. Be sure to check out the MCPS […]
Did you know that more than 8 million U.S. students miss nearly a month of school each year. Chronic absenteeism is a growing problem across the country, and MCPS is not immune. Attending school every day really does matter. School […]
The University of Maryland, College Park is offering a continuing education opportunity for MCPS teachers already certified in elementary education, special education or ESOL—a master’s degree in mathematics for middle grades. These teachers should be teaching or planning to teach […]
Two MCPS students are being honored as 2020 Maryland Women of Tomorrow by the Maryland Commission for Women. Jessica S. Holloway of Richard Montgomery High School and Amulya N. Puttaraju of Poolesville High School will be recognized at an awards […]
In case you missed it, the February 2020 issue of MCPS IT Wire included a story with valuable information on the dangers of sharing account credentials. It is reprinted below. It is critical for all MCPS employees to keep their […]
Well Aware, the MCPS wellness program, is challenging you to log your daily exercise time as you break out of your mild-mannered shell and become a fit and fierce warrior during this spring’s physical activity challenge, Superhero. The challenge began […]
The 4th annual Women’s History Month 2020 Girl Power Contest is now open for submissions. The contest is open to Montgomery County residents, who are asked to write on the following question: As we commemorate the 100th anniversary of women’s […]
Even though the coronavirus is being detected in the U.S., the risk to Americans remains low. Still, MCPS and county agencies are monitoring the situation and preparing a public health plan.
Saeed Damadi doesn’t just drive a school bus. He operates a library on wheels. For seven years, Damadi has driven elementary, middle and high school routes as an MCPS bus operator out of the Clarksburg Depot. A native of Iran, […]
It is MCPS’ moral imperative to ensure that every student who comes through our doors has an education that prepares them for college or career. This week—February 24–28—is Public Schools Week, and Superintendent Jack Smith marked it with this message […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education is proposing amendments to Board Policy JEE, Student Transfers, and is seeking public comment on the amendments. The purpose of this policy is to explain the limited circumstances under which students may be granted a […]
The 2019 Annual Report to the Community is now available. The Annual Report to the Community includes highlights from the 2018-2019 school year and where we are when it comes to equity and excellence in learning, progress, achievement and opportunity. The report provides the […]
The deadline is approaching to submit a nomination for the Montgomery County Board of Education’s 23rd Annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. The awards are sponsored by the Board to recognize and show appreciation to individuals (including students), […]
