The decision was made based on staff feedback that more opportunities are needed during virtual learning.
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MCPS has developed a health metrics grid for a phased-in return to in-person instruction. The grid is aligned with CDC guidelines and was developed in consultation with Montgomery County health officials. In July, MCPS staff and families were informed that […]
The Employee and Retiree Service Center (ERSC) conducts workshops for employees who are considering retirement within the next two years. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ERSC is not holding in-person Retirement Informational Sessions or Forms Workshops. Instead, recorded webinars that provide […]
During the Oct. 27 Board of Education meeting, MCPS staff presented proposed changes to the elementary school schedule. These changes, which impact the Wednesday morning schedule for elementary students only, will take effect starting Nov. 11 (the start of the […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold several public hearings on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Capital Budget, Amendments to the FY 2021-2026 Capital Improvements Program (CIP), and Somerset and Westbrook Boundary Study in November. All public hearings will […]
For MCPS employees interested in becoming an assistant principal, the assistant principal (AP) pool opens on Monday, Nov. 2, and will remain open through Monday, Nov. 30. The AP pool will open again in February and June. Interested individuals can […]
The Office of Human Resources and Development is holding a Future Principal Workshop for assistant principals who have successfully completed at least two years as an assistant principal, and are aspiring to be a Pre-Qualified Principal and principal intern for […]
The Board of Education’s Committee on Special Populations is hosting a virtual forum about English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) from 4–6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Watch on the MCPS website, MCPS TV on YouTube or on @mcpstv. […]
Families and students can stay engaged throughout the school year with Parent Academy To Go. Parent Academy To Go is a series of virtual webinars for families to watch at home. In addition, there are several virtual chats and workshops […]
This story is excerpted from a longer one that was published on NPR on October 26. The full article is available here. With Election Day just around the corner, many of us are on edge. Nearly 70 percent of people […]
On October 26, the Maryland State Board of Education approved a revised operating calendar for interscholastic athletics for school districts operating within the current framework outlined in the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association’s (MPSSAA) Two Semester Plan. The revised […]
Ridgeview Middle School Principal Daniel Garcia is being honored with the “Unsung Hero” Award from WUSA9. The story is expected to air in November. The school received a $1,000 donation to its food pantry. Garcia was recognized for his above-and-beyond […]
MCPS and Kingdom Fellowship AME Church are hosting a virtual Waymaking watch party for parents on managing stress and anxiety for students on Saturday, Oct. 31. The Zoom webinar is from 10–11:15 a.m. Panelists are: Paul R. Wells, Sr., licensed […]
Smoking is an expensive habit. In 1970, a smoker paid about 60 cents for a pack of cigarettes. A decade later, the cost was up to $1 per pack. Today, it’s a different story. In Maryland, a smoker will pay […]
America Recycles Day is dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the U.S. Every year in mid-November, event organizers provide education sessions about recycling in their local areas. This year, the MCPS Division of Sustainability and Compliance will be joining […]
The Prekindergarten and Head Start offices are accepting donations of new coats for low income students. Hats, gloves and scarves are also needed. Coats for boys and girls in sizes 5, 6, 6x and 7 can be ordered online and […]
Nominations are open for several teacher and administrator awards, so get ready to honor the pandemic superheroes in our schools and offices. Deadlines are in December and January.
MCPS has kicked off its recruitment season and is searching for the best and brightest in education to join the district. The district is screening and interviewing candidates to fill teacher vacancies. The school system is hiring teachers for all […]
Calling all middle school and high school students! MCPS is launching Let’s Talk Careers, a monthly live speaker series highlighting MCPS alumni from a variety of fields, such as healthcare, entrepreneurship and engineering, who will share their career journeys. The […]
Let’s end the stigma. Let’s talk about mental health. MCPS will host Mental Health Awareness Week from October 26–31 with a weeklong expo, including Zoom workshops, a resource fair, breakout sessions and question-and-answer session. Some workshops will be available in […]
In case you missed it, the Board of Education’s Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee hosted a community conversation on virtual learning on October 19. You can watch the program here.
The first public webinar to introduce the Interactive Boundary Explorer tool was held on October 20. If you missed it, you can watch it here. The second webinar is scheduled for 7–8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22. MCPS is in […]
COVID got you feeling down? Make things a little lighter by dressing up each day of the week during the last week of October (October 26–30). You can participate whether you are working from the office or at home. Want […]
Wheaton High School has won a $500 Thespian Relief Grant, which will allow the school to reestablish a long-dormant Thespian Troupe, said Wheaton drama teacher Jessica Speck. The grant was given by the Educational Theatre Association, the professional organization for […]
The Office of Human Resources and Development, in partnership with local colleges and universities, is hosting several virtual information sessions for employees who want to begin teacher preparation programs, or for current teachers and other employees who want to pursue […]
In this episode of Waymaking, learn more about Our Minds Matter (OMM), a non-profit organization and student-led movement designed to change school culture around mental health. The show’s host, Dr. Christina Conolly, MCPS director of psychological services, is joined by […]
The MCPS Cares Employees’ Charity Campaign has kicked off and will run through December 2. The annual campaign raises funds for nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County. During October, the campaign is focused on raising funds for the MCPS Educational Foundation […]
Parents and guardians play a critical role in student learning and achievement and their support is particularly important during virtual learning. Virtual learning is new for everybody. Flexibility and patience are key. MCPS celebrates the work that schools are doing […]
The National Hispanic College Fair will be held virtually from 2–6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17. The fair is free and open to high school students and their parents, as well as school counselors. Students will have the opportunity to […]
Want to learn more about the college prep process? The Montgomery County Regional Student Government Association (MCR-SGA) and MCPS Counseling are teaming up to offer a free two-day virtual college seminar. This seminar will include information on finding a college, financial […]
