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DHS Weekly Friday Community Messages

2025-6 SY

 

Please see our Homecoming Information for all your event needs!

 

Damascus High School Graduation

Class of 2026

Date & Time: Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250

Beginning with the Class of 2026, all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) comprehensive high schools will hold graduation ceremonies at UMBC.

See full DHS letter sent to Class of 2026 Families here.

College Readiness Day

We will have our College Readiness day on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
 
-On October 15, 2025, all 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT for free at DHS during the school day.
-11th grade students may choose to take the PSAT (fee of $17). Please see additional information here. Any 11th grade student not taking the PSAT will have the opportunity to work on SSL hours and/or college applications.
-All 9th grade students will engage in practice for the SAT. Students may choose to either take the PSAT 8/9 (fee of $14) or take a practice PSAT through their CollegeBoard account. Please see additional information here.
-12th grade students will have the opportunity to work on SSL hours and/or college applications.

Important Update: Transition from Remind to ParentSquare

Please be aware that all Community Messages will transition from Remind to ParentSquare in preparation for the new school year. We encourage all families to download the ParentSquare app and ensure your contact information is up to date in Synergy to receive messages from Damascus High School. Thank you for staying connected!

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Open enrollment for fall 2026 DHS preschool lab