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WHAT'S HAPPENING
Wednesday, November 25
K–12 early release day
Thursday, November 26
Holiday—Thanksgiving
Friday, November 27
Holiday—Thanksgiving
Friday, December 4
Payday
Saturday, December 5
SAT administration
SHOUT OUTS

I would like to recognize Deborah Bishop for being the best IT Specialist ever! No matter how busy she is, Ms. Bishop always fulfills our requests as soon as possible! We are so lucky!Juliet Jung, teacher, Argyle Middle School

A special shout out to our media specialist Kathie Lee who has brought to Galway ES a wealth of knowledge and expertise to support the integration of technology into our instructional practices.Tyosho Curtis, counselor, Galway Elementary School

Thank you to Frida Barturen, METS Instructional Specialist. She worked to quickly get a student placed in the METS program. Frida was proactive, responsive and on target. Thanks, Frida!Sarah Sirgo, principal, Woodlin Elementary School

I would like to thank to my coworkers at the Randolph Depot for their support following a loss in my family. Thank you for coming together to help out.Angela Shipe, floor covering mechanic, Randolph Maintenance Depot

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LINKS OF INTEREST

SCHOOL NEWS

Travilah ES Students Head to the Rainforest for a Day

The rolling nature exhibit had many students amazed by what they saw. more
 

Takoma Park MS Science Bowl Team Performs for the First Lady

Takoma Park MS Science Bowl Team Performs for the First LadyThe students appeared at a Department of Energy event, in a practice Science Bowl competition. more
 

Clarksburg Elementary School Marks 100 Years

The school community celebrated its past, present and future with longtime friends, old photos and a parade. more
 

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Board of Education Discusses Literacy, Approves Legislative Platform

The Board also approved pilot courses and discussed school safety and security. more
 

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Interested in a Master’s?

Read about programs at Johns Hopkins and Towson universities. more
 

HAPPY TRAILS

Retirement Celebrations

Read about your colleagues who are leaving MCPS. more
 

IN THE NEWS

Plan Ahead with 2010–2011 School Calendar

The first day for the next school year will be Monday, Aug. 30, 2010, before Labor Day. The calendar also includes 13 holidays, including two election days. more
 

Paving the Way to College

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Everywhere you turn at Quince Orchard High School, you see or hear a message about the “Cougar Keys” and college readiness. more
 

The Math Dude Helps Parents Polish Up on Algebra Skills

The Math Dude Helps Parents Polish Up on Algebra SkillsMore than 40 people attended the Parent Academy workshop at Kingsview Middle School. more
 

EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

Give Books This Holiday Season; Support the Educational Foundation

A portion of sales at Barnes & Noble during three December days will benefit grants for staff and scholarships for students. Don’t forget the special voucher number. more
 

TRY THIS!

Inviting Parents to Principal Cluster Meetings

Inviting Parents to Principal Cluster MeetingsImproving the line of communication helps schools become more welcoming. more