Honoring Contributions to Special Education in MCPS
More than 25 students, parents, educators and programs were honored at the 24th Annual Special Education Awards Ceremony. The event, sponsored by the Montgomery County Council of PTAs, recognizes individuals and groups providing support, motivation and encouragement that help ensure success for all students.
Developing a Partnership with Parents
Parent and staff volunteers from Rachel Carson Elementary School donate their time and expertise every Tuesday evening, as they travel to an apartment complex in Gaithersburg to tutor students and show parents how they can help their students get their homework done.
Spring Forum Addressed Importance of Social and Emotional Learning
More than 200 staff, parents and community members attended Dr. Starr’s Spring Forum on social and emotional learning. The event, which featured interactive presentations and small-group discussions, was Dr. Starr’s fourth and final forum of the school year.
MCPS High Schools Among the Nation’s Best
Eleven MCPS high school made the U.S. News & World Report’s list of the nation’s “Best High Schools.” MCPS had three high schools in the top 100 and had the seven best high schools in the state of Maryland, according to the report. The U.S. News list ranks schools on academic performance and college-readiness indicators.