The MCPS Educational Foundation is kicking off this year’s MCPS Cares Employees’ Charity Campaign on Monday, Oct. 12. The annual campaign raises funds for nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County. While many in the community that we serve have seen their […]
The Black and Brown Coalition for Education Equity and Excellence is hosting a virtual forum at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15. The forum, Seeking Accountability on Promises Made to Black and Brown Children, will discuss what progress has been […]
At its October 6 business meeting, the Board of Education approved the following adjustments to the calendar. Approved changes include: A shift of early release days from November 11 and 12 to the week of Thanksgiving. Early release days will […]
The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing physical and social isolation can be stressful for students who do not have the typical support structures to help them. Students may feel stressed, anxious or depressed and may not readily identify adaptive coping strategies. […]
Let’s Talk Respect: Preventing Sexual Harassment and Assault, a student-led town hall, will be held via Zoom webinar at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13. MCPS is collaborating with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, the Montgomery County Police Department, […]
The Office of Human Resources and Development, in partnership with local colleges and universities, will host several virtual information sessions for employees who want to begin teacher preparation programs, or for current teachers and other employees who want to pursue […]
October 10 is World Mental Health Awareness Day. This day is designed to increase our awareness of mental health concerns and offer a reminder about what you can do to maintain good emotional hygiene. It is common for the pandemic […]
MCPS staff are continuing to see a noticeable increase in the number of phishing scams and fraudulent emails where a perpetrator sends out a legitimate looking email in an attempt to gather personal or confidential information from the recipient. Often, […]
Join MCPS and Fidelity Investments for upcoming virtual workshops dedicated to help you manage your financial future with confidence. Webinar Date Time Maximize Social Security in Your Retirement Strategy Wednesday, Oct. 21 4–5 p.m. Make the Most of Your Retirement […]
In the latest episode of MCPS Waymaking, learn more about The Landing Program, an adolescent recovery support center located in Gaithersburg. Host Christina Conolly is joined by Khadija Barkley, principal of the Recovery and Academic Program, and Evelyn Saim-Lobos, director […]
Let’s face it, we are all living with higher-than-normal levels of stress these days. Stress wreaks havoc on your emotional wellness, as well as your physical health. It makes it harder to think clearly, function effectively and enjoy life. Effective […]
Changes made during Open Enrollment will take effect on Jan. 1, 2021. Employees who are benefits-eligible will receive an Outlook email with information and instructions on Friday, Oct. 9.
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School has been selected a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). The winners were announced on September 24. Barnsley is the 42nd MCPS school to be named a National Blue […]
Last week (Sept. 24), State Superintendent of Schools Karen Salmon shared updated guidance from the Maryland State Department of Education regarding interscholastic athletics across the state. This guidance, entitled Interscholastic Athletic Contingency Season Options, outlines two options for school districts regarding […]
Student Service Learning (SSL) hours remain a state graduation requirement for the 2020-2021 school year. MCPS students must earn 75 SSL hours to graduate. MCPS has temporarily amended the SSL guidelines to include select virtual/remote opportunities until schools return to […]
MCPS is expanding the number of meal service sites for the community. In addition to the 74 school sites, students and families can pick up meals on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at several bus stop locations throughout the county […]
MCPS has 157 semifinalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship competition. The semifinalists will compete nationally for scholarships that will be announced in the spring. The competition is sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The MCPS semifinalists come from […]
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 coming up that […]
MCPS students can engage and access several different experiences through leadership, service and extracurricular activities. Students are encouraged to participate at the school level. This website includes information for additional learning experiences and information, which are often student-led. Be sure […]
A wellness webinar examining the benefits of walking and tips to help you incorporate more of it into your daily life will be held from 4–5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22. Register for the webinar by emailing Well Aware. You […]
The newest episode of Waymaking features a discussion on the impact of toxic stress and trauma on students and families and how to address it. The guest is Dr. Eric Rossen, director of professional development and standards for the National […]
On Thursday, Oct. 8, the MCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will be conducting screenings for depression, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. The screenings will take less than 30 minutes and will be available for all MCPS employees […]
Since Kaiser Permanente and MCPS first teamed up to offer the Quit for Good tobacco cessation program in 2011, hundreds of MCPS employees have completed the course. As a result, they have learned how to live healthier lives and many […]
Employee feedback is critical for future instructional planning. Please complete the survey by Friday, Sept. 25.
The regular biweekly pay period schedule will resume on October 9. September 25 will not be a payday. Employees who reported hours worked between August 15 and August 28 were paid on September 11. Those who reported hours worked between […]
Do you have a colleague who would make a fabulous Supporting Services Employee of the Year? MCPS will soon begin seeking nominations for a supporting services employee who extends himself or herself beyond their basic required duties and contributes to […]
The Equity Unit has shared a special edition of EquityMatters! in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. This issue includes articles, resources, music and videos. It includes: Several opportunities to hear voices from students and staff Sections on the history of Latinos in […]
The Board of Education approved the following administrative appointments at its September 22 business meeting: Karen Stratman, Chief of Staff Gary D. Mosesman, Director, Division of Design and Construction, Department of Facilities Management Shout Outs Shout out to Hallie Wells […]
Let’s Talk Respect: Preventing Sexual Harassment and Assault, a student-led town hall, will be held via Zoom webinar at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13. MCPS is collaborating with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, the Montgomery County Police Department, […]
The latest episodes of “MCPS Waymaking” feature discussions on cyberbullying and on BTheOne, the county’s recently launched campaign for teens, which provides information on accessing mental health support. In the cyberbullying show, host Christina Conolly, MCPS director of psychological services, […]
