The Board is expected to take final action on the virtual-only plan at its August 25 business meeting. The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 31.
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MCPS Hosting Three Virtual Conversations on Fall Recovery Guide
MCPS is hosting three virtual conversations for the community on its draft Fall 2020 Recovery Guide—August 12 at 6:30 p.m. […]
SEIU Town Halls on Reopening Now Available
SEIU Local 500 held town hall meetings on topics relating to the fall 2020 reopening plan for its membership. In […]
National PTA Hosting Webinar on Family Engagement
The upcoming school year is going to be different from any other, and that requires us to think creatively about […]
Registration for Fall Professional Development Open on August 17
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for the fall semester (FY 2021) will be available for registration through the Professional Development […]
Anti-Racist e-Books and Audiobooks Available to Staff
As part of its ongoing commitment to equity and excellence, MCPS staff and students can access a number of anti-racist […]
Waymaking Program Examining Mental Health Impact on Racism Now Available in Spanish
MCPS hosted a live Waymaking event in Spanish examining the impact of racism on mental health and how to change […]
Caregiver Support Group Meeting Set for September 30
To support caregivers, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) regularly offers a Caregiver Support Group to provide helpful resources and establish […]
Choose Respect Montgomery Hosting Webinars on Sexual Assault
Choose Respect Montgomery, an initiative from the Montgomery County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, will host two webinars to address sexual […]
Anti-Vaping Contest Winners Announced, and Other Good News
Four MCPS schools have been named winners in Montgomery County’s first anti-vaping public service announcement youth contest, held earlier this […]
Help Provide School Supplies for Students in Need
More than 61,000 MCPS students receive Free and Reduced-price Meals and many families struggle to afford basic necessities, such as […]
MCPS To Provide Virtual-Only Learning for First Semester
In case you missed it, the following email from Superintendent Jack Smith was sent to staff via Outlook inboxes on […]
Student Leaders Offering Free Tutoring to High Schoolers
Do you know a high school student needing help with science, English, social studies or a foreign language this summer? Beginning […]
Latest Waymaking Episode Highlights Summer Recreational Activities
The latest episode of “MCPS Waymaking” features a discussion on summer recreational activities. The video series, available to staff, students […]
Virtual Summer Adventures Now Open to Students
Throughout the summer, MCPS elementary, middle and high schools are offering a variety of virtual program experiences. The district has […]
Finding a Culturally Responsive Therapist
Therapy is a highly personal experience and involves trust and mutual understanding between a patient and a therapist. When sharing […]
Comment Period for Policy JEE Extended to September 1
The Montgomery County Board of Education is proposing amendments to Board Policy JEE, Student Transfers, and is seeking public comment […]
Higher Education Partnerships Offering Virtual Information Sessions
The Office of Human Resources and Development, in partnership with local colleges and universities, is continuing to recruit for employees […]
Staff News
The Board of Education approved the following administrative appointment at its July 14 business meeting: Tomas Rivera-Figueroa, Supervisor, Strategic Teacher Recruitment, […]
Zoom Interviewing Workshop Open to Supporting Services Staff
A summer workshop on preparing for Zoom interviews is being held for supporting services employees. The workshop, Getting the Job: […]
MCPS Retirees Recognized at July 14 BOE Meeting
The Board of Education and Superintendent Jack Smith recognized 2020 retirees at the July 14 Board meeting. The Employee and Retiree […]
Be Sure to Tune In to the Virtual Conversation on the Draft Recovery Plan
MCPS will host a live virtual conversation on the district’s draft recovery plan, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July […]
In Case You Missed It …
The Board of Education discussed the district's preliminary recovery plans at its business meeting on July 14. A replay of […]
BOE Honors 22 Individuals, Organizations for Distinguished Service
The Montgomery County Board of Education has announced its selection of recipients for the 23rd Annual Awards for Distinguished Service […]
All In: Steady Growth and Advancement Over Four Years
"Our children are 20 percent of our population, but 100 percent of our future." —Former Secretary of Education Richard Riley When I […]
Nicholas Asante Sworn In as SMOB, and Other Good News
Nicholas Asante, a rising senior at Richard Montgomery High School, was sworn in as the 43rd Student Member of the […]
New Educator Orientation is Going Virtual
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, about 1,000 teachers will be introduced to MCPS virtually at the New Educator Orientation (NEO) […]
New Interim Guidelines for Navigating COVID-19 Crisis
MCPS has a number of resources and best practices available as employees navigate the COVID-19 crisis. This new staff webpage […]
Free Financial Webinars Available to Staff This Summer
The Foundation for Financial Education and the MCPS Employee Assistance Program are partnering to present free financial education workshops for […]
Check Out the Latest Waymaking Health and Well-Being Videos
In case you missed it, a special Waymaking event, A Courageous Conversation on the Impact of Racism on Mental Health, […]
