Top News & Upcoming Events
- Weekly Callout from Dr. LaGrange on 12/1/25
- Now - 12/10: Giving Tree Accepting Gifts - sign-up to donate something here. We are still in need of 130 donations.
- 12/1: Caregiver Meeting for Winter Sports - 6:30pm for new caregivers and 7pm for returning caregivers, in the Auditorium.
- 12/3 - Registration Meeting for Caregivers of Rising 10th - 12th grade students to get information about 2026-2027 classes and registration at 6:30pm in the QO Auditorium.
- 12/5: State Championship Football at 7:30pm vs. Henry A. Wise at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium in Annapolis. Details can be found on the QO Athletics site or the announcement above.
- 12/10 - Booster Club & PTSA Meeting at 7pm
- 12/10 - Giving Tree Gifts Due
- 12/12 - Marking Period 2 Interims Due, Distributed on 12/19.
- 12/16 - Winter Concert - Jazz Band & Choir Concert with Tri-M Inductions
- 12/17 - Winter Concert - Bands and Orchestras
- Caregivers wishing to volunteer to support the Project Lead The Way program should apply here and contact Mr. Omari Sarjeant
Opportunity Day Recap
On Monday, 11/24, students and staff experienced QO's first ever Opportunity Day. This day was dedicated to staff sharing course offerings, pathway options, and special programs with 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students so they could plan their classes for the 2026-2027 school year prior to registration in December. To view resources shared during Opportunity Day, please click the links below. Students will begin course registration during the next Cougars Connect (advisory period) on Friday, December 5.
Athletic Event Info
FARMS - It's More than Just Free Meals
SSL Opportunities
If you have any questions about the SSL program, please email Mrs.Kelly P. Miller , Kelly_P_Miller@mcpsmd.org, or the MCPS SSL office at SSL@mcpsmd.org. Middle school and high school students should continue earning SSL hours towards their SSL graduation requirement by engaging in SSL opportunities during the 2025-2026 school year and over the summer, including traditional in-person opportunities and select virtual/remote opportunities that follow the guidelines posted on the MCPS SSL webpage (www.mcps-ssl.org).
SSL Reminders - A reminder that all MCPS students must earn 75 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours to graduate from high school.
Technology and Cell Phone Policy
Quince Orchard High School is adopting an AWAY ALL DAY cell phone policy. Cell phones will only be allowed for use during lunch and transitions. Parents/Caregivers please ensure your students are aware of the new policy. School Level Policy - Students may use their Cell Phone/ Personal Mobile Device (PMD):
- Before or after the student instructional day
- During the lunch block
- Between instructional spaces and during transition time between instructional spaces. (Not while using a pass during instructional time)
- Riding to or from school or school-sponsored activities on MCPS or chartered buses as long as use does not impact the safe operation of the bus and complies with MCPS regulations.
Students using a personal mobile device to access the Internet while attending an
Gaithersburg Student Union
Gaithersburg Student Union (GSU) will be back at QOHS on select days at lunch! Join the GSU Staff for more information on Tuesday & Friday in the Small Gym, and on Wednesday in Room 102 for information and snacks. The Student Union is a club for high school students that provides enrichment programs for students in grades 9 - 12. Activities include fitness and sports programs, arts and music, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. Follow them on Instagram @COGStudentUnion. Ask Ms. Ashman for the registration information, or email Mr. Vera at StudentUnion@gaithersburgmd.gov.
QO Theatre Information & Updates
Follow this link for more information on all the exciting things QO Theatre has coming up, and be sure to follow them on X/Twitter and Instagram @qohstheatre. Feel free to email Ms. Vogel with any questions at jessica_hague@mcpsmd.org.
