Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD

What is new in our Community

WXY to Release Interactive Boundary Tool

The second phase of the Districtwide Boundary Analysis will focus on engagement with an Interactive Boundary Explorer tool, which will provide MCPS stakeholders a deeper look and better understanding of school boundaries. The tool has been developed by WXY Studios (WXY) as part of its ongoing work with the district to provide a comprehensive assessment of MCPS boundaries by analyzing various data points. The interactive tool will be shared in two public webinars—on Tuesday, Oct. 20 and Thursday, Oct. 22. Both webinars will be held from 7–8:30 p.m.

Update on SAT/ACT Administration for MCPS Students

MCPS and College Board are moving forward with plans to administer the SAT to registered students on Saturday, November 7 and Saturday, December 5. The deadline to register for the November 7 SAT is October 27, through the College Board registration. The focus of this effort is ensuring that seniors graduating in the Class of 2021 have additional opportunities to access these college entrance examinations. SAT test centers for November 7 include: Walter Johnson, Whitman, Clarksburg, Quince Orchard, Watkins Mill, Einstein, Wheaton, Damascus, and Springbrook High Schools.

Mental Health Awareness Week

MCPS will mark Mental Health Awareness Week from October 26–31 with a weeklong expo, including Zoom workshops, a resource fair, breakout sessions and a question-and-answer session. Some workshops will be available in multiple languages. All workshops and activities throughout the week will be held virtually.

The free event, hosted by MCPS and the Montgomery County School Psychologists’ Association, is open to staff, students and their families.

Early College Interest Forms Due Nov. 6

The Early College program, a collaboration between MCPS and Montgomery College, provides college-ready students with a unique opportunity to complete their Grade 11 and 12 high school requirements while simultaneously pursuing an associate degree from Montgomery College. This tuition-free program offers rigorous instruction, as well as academic and student support to help students succeed. Grade 10 students interested in this opportunity should submit an interest form by Nov. 6.