Board Approves Capital Improvements Program

Board Approves CIP

The Board of Education on Thursday approved a $1.49 billion, six-year Capital Improvements Program (CIP) that includes the construction of two new schools and the expansion and modernization of several more. The Board also approved boundary changes at four downcounty elementary schools and two middle schools.

Students Thrill to Orchestral Music at Strathmore

For the sixth consecutive year, The Music Center at Strathmore has opened its doors to all second grade students. Special performances by the National Philharmonic, conducted by Maestro Piotr Gajewski, feature an interactive, educational program. The concerts, pre-concert educational materials, transportation, and other supports are the result of a unique partnership among MCPS, the National Philharmonic and Strathmore.

 

 

Students Learn about Firefighting and EMT Careers

Fire and EMT Programs

“Now I see my future!” says a student. “The program is amazing,” says a parent. Students and parents sing the praises of the Fire Science and EMT programs, where students get real-world training from professional firefighters and EMTs. Credits can be used toward an associate degree at Montgomery College. Watch Video

Rainforest Rolls Up To Travilah ES

If students can’t visit the rainforest, then bring the rainforest to the students. The “Rolling Rainforest” exhibit recently visited Travilah Elementary School to help students learn about the importance of the rainforest ecosystem. The inside of the 53-foot trailer recreates the sights, sounds, and smells of the plants and animals in a rainforest. The exhibit is a program of the Living Classrooms Foundation of the National Capital Region.

 

 



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Early dismissal Wed., Nov. 25; No school Thu., Nov. 26 & Fri., Nov. 27
Thankgiving Holiday; Offices closed Thursday and Friday

Nominate your principal for leadership award
Nomination deadline for the Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Award is Dec. 11

Fall theater schedule has something for everyone
Support the arts at your middle and high school by attending a theater production

Nominate teacher or principal for NAACP award
Award recognizes commitment to closing the achievement gap; Deadline: Dec. 18

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