MCPS and the Montgomery County School Psychologists’ Association (MCSPA) will host free virtual events the week of Nov. 8–13 to give youth and families the opportunity to hear from mental health experts on issues that are important to them. The […]
MCPS has developed three calendar scenarios for the 2022–2023 school year. They reflect different start and end dates; additionally, one scenario (Scenario C) shows spring break at a different time than the other two (Scenarios A and B). See the […]
Calling all current Grade 5 students! The Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services is offering virtual middle school magnet presentations on Monday, Nov. 1 for parents/guardians and students to learn about the choice process and magnet programs, and […]
The MCPS Athletics program is considering changes, especially at events expecting large crowds, due to recent reports of altercations and incidences of disrespectful behavior at some contests. To ensure the safety and security of students, staff and community members, these […]
MCPS is providing COVID-19 testing in all schools to minimize student quarantines. The use of these rapid (antigen) tests, in conjunction with other safety measures in place, will help keep more students in school. The district, in partnership with the […]
The Montgomery County Board of Education honored 15 individuals and organizations during its virtual annual Distinguished Service Awards ceremony on Oct. 22. You can watch the virtual ceremony here. The Board established the awards to recognize and show appreciation for […]
Now is the time to nominate your favorite teachers, supporting services staff and administrators. The deadline is coming up soon, so review the awards below and nominate your staff members that mean the most to you. The awards are— The […]
MCPS will host a virtual conversation with the Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) to discuss English as a Second Language classes available for adults. This conversation will be hosted in Spanish. Parents and community members are invited to join […]
Students and schools can submit videos, presentations, artwork, stories, poetry, songs, music and other representations of hope from their culture, heritage, family, background and/or identity to “Celebrating Our Voices of Hope,” a virtual event that will take place from 5-7 […]
The MCPS Department of Transportation was awarded the 2021 Maryland Visionary Award by the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition. This award recognizes organizations that demonstrate innovation and sustainability and celebrates MCPS’ innovative partnership with Highland Electric Transportation to replace […]
The Maryland Commission for Women (MCW) and the women legislators of the Maryland General Assembly are seeking nominations for the 2022 Maryland Young Women Leaders Award (formerly the Maryland Women of Tomorrow Award). This program recognizes young women in grades […]
Who doesn’t love a parade? The annual Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade will be held from 10 a.m.–noon on Saturday, Nov. 20. The only Thanksgiving parade in the area, it features marching bands, dancing groups, floats and inflatable turkeys and penguins. […]
The Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County just released The School Year 2021-2022 Guide to Children’s Arts Activities. The electronic guide provides a full year of activities and information for elementary students in Montgomery County. The Guide to Children’s […]
MCPS and the Montgomery County School Psychologists’ Association (MCSPA) will host free virtual events the week of Nov. 8–13.
Individuals who live in Board of Education District 3 in Montgomery County are invited to apply for the vacancy created by the passing of Mrs. Patricia O’Neill. The appointment of an individual to complete the remaining year of the current […]
Starting this school year, MCPS students in Grades 3 and above are responsible for annually changing their passwords. Students will have until Saturday, Nov. 9 to update their passwords. For students who do not update by Nov. 9, passwords will […]
MCPS is providing COVID-19 testing in all schools to minimize student quarantines. The use of these rapid (antigen) tests, in conjunction with other safety measures in place, will help keep more students in school. The district, in partnership with the […]
Throughout the month of October the Montgomery County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council is hosting an array of events to raise awareness and support for survivors of domestic violence in Montgomery County. Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is held each October […]
MoCo PRIDE Youth is hosting their October meeting virtually on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 6-8 p.m. This event is for those students who are sincerely interested in the work of the organization. To learn more, stay connected and receive updates […]
Beginning Oct. 18, parents/guardians can register their student-athletes for winter athletics using ParentVue. Student-athletes must secure a physical evaluation prior to the first day of fall season tryouts on Nov. 15, 2021. Resources to assist parents/guardians with the online registration […]
Join MoCo EmpowHER for their upcoming Women in Higher Education event on Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. This virtual event features female-identifying panelists in higher education. This event is free to all MCPS students who are interested in hearing […]
Identity and the Black and Brown Coalition for Educational Equity and Excellence are hosting a Meet & Greet with Dr. Jennifer Norton, the new MCPS ESOL Director on Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in Spanish ONLY. This […]
The Maryland STEM Festival is a state-wide, month-long celebration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics running this year from Oct. 16 through Nov. 14. This year’s festival theme is Health and Wellness. The festival highlights the educational, cultural and financial […]
The information fair will offer free COVID-19 vaccinations; share information on testing in schools and help families sign their children up for testing.
One significant mitigation tactic MCPS is using this fall is random COVID-19 screening tests and rapid testing across grades. The district, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, is offering COVID tests to students at no cost. Testing requires […]
MCPS welcomes volunteers to support the essential needs of the schools. Volunteers and partnership agencies are required to complete certain compliance measures in order to volunteer within the school district. Online Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Training via their myMCPS […]
Calling all current Grade 5 and Grade 8 students! The Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services is offering virtual middle and high school options fairs and open houses through October for parents/guardians and students to begin learning about […]
MCPS is hiring school bus drivers. Drivers must be at least 21 years old, have a clean driving history and no more than one point on a driver’s license. Drivers must also have great interpersonal skills and a knowledge of […]
Registration for the George B. Thomas Sr. Learning Academy, Inc. is open for the 2021–2022 school year. Saturday School is providing virtual K–12 academic support programs in math and English/Language Arts. Classes began on Saturday, Sept. 26. This year, elementary […]
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is a group comprised of parents/guardians, MCPS staff and representatives of Montgomery County community groups that advocate for students with special needs and advise the Office of Special Education. SEAC holds monthly meetings that […]
