Operation Safe Ride to School Initiative

Throughout the year, Montgomery County Police Department (MCPS) officers, in addition to their daily patrols educating the public on traffic laws and enforcing those laws conduct focused traffic-safety initiatives.  In April, which is recognized as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Police Department is conductin

Public Comment Sought on Two Board Policies

The Board took tentative action on two policies during its April 12, 2018, meeting.  Policy FAA, Long-range Education Facilities Planning and Policy JED, Residency, Tuition, and Enrollment.   Policy FAA On April 12, 2018, the Montgomery County Board of Education tentatively approved revisions Policy F

Don't Miss the Gaithersburg Book Festival

Montgomery County Public Schools is proud to be a partner in the 2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 19, on the grounds of Gaithersburg City Hall, 31 South Summit Avenue in Gaithersburg.  The book festival has a great lineup of authors and activities for children of all ages.  Several members of the MCPS c

AP Test Schedule - May 7-May 18

The AP exams begin Monday, May 7, 2018 and end Friday, May 18, 2018.  Students were given confirmation regarding each AP test time, date and location as well as materials to bring.  The AP exams will be held at Sherwood High School.   Students are encouraged to get a good night's rest before the test, to eat a n

Maryland 529 College Savings Plan

Attached is a flyer with information regarding the Maryland 529 college savings plan.   Maryland529

Weekly Bulletin 4/15/18-4/21/18

Weekly Bulletin 4/15/18-4/21/18

Slides for the Senior Parent Meeting 4/12/18

Attached please find the slides from the Senior Parent Meeting on Thursday, April 12, 2018.   Senior Parent Meeting

Sherwood's Graduation Date is Thursday, May 31

We have a finalized graduation date of Thursday, May 31st at 2:30 pm.  Graduation will be held at DAR Constitution Hall.  Please refer to the Senior Daze packet that students received in their English classes for more information.

Special Education Parent Involvement Survey

Parents or guardians of children receiving special education and related services were mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey from the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services during the week of February 5, 2018.  Parents are asked to c

MCPS and MCCPTA Mental Health and Wellness Forum on April 22

The MCPS and MCCPTA Mental Health and Wellness Forum will be held at Gaithersburg High School on Sunday, April 22, from 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Please see the attached flyer for more information.   MCPS and MCCPTA Mental Health and Wellness Forum

Special Education Summit Set for April 28

MCPS parents, staff, and community members are invited to the fifth annual Special Education Summit, Leading the Way Today, Partnering for a Better Tomorrow .  The summit will take place from 8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at Quince Orchard High School, 15800 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg.   

Parent Academy Offers New Workshops

The spring session of the MCPS Parent Academy will begin on Wednesday, April 11.  Parent Academy helps equip parents/guardians with the tips and tools they need to help their children succeed.  All of the workshops are free and are held at schools and other locations throughout Montgomery County .  Spring workshops inc