MCPS Launches Student Wellness Survey

MCPS is committed to ensuring schools have the resources and programs in place to foster a culture of well-being and to effectively respond to those in crisis. A student survey has been developed to help schools in identifying high-needs areas for students. All students in kindergarten through 11th grade will take an age-appropriate survey between May 26 and June 17 to gather feedback on their well-being. 

 Any parent who does not want their child to take the survey must complete and submit this opt-out form by May 25.

• Survey opt-out form
• Sample survey questions

Hispanic Alliance for Education Holds Distinguished Hispanic Scholars Awards

The Hispanic Alliance for Education held its annual Distinguished Hispanic Scholars Awards ceremony on May 4. Twenty seven Latinx students were honored for academic achievement and community engagement. The Hispanic Alliance for Education is a nonprofit organization that works to support MCPS high school students from Latino families in achieving their goal of earning a college degree.

Pride Town Hall Set for May 21

The annual Pride Town Hall will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 21 at Walter Johnson High School. Students and their families, staff, youth service providers and community members are welcome to attend.

The event will feature workshops and a resource fair. The keynote speaker is Gavin Grimm, a nationally known advocate for transgender rights.

Walter Johnson is located at 6400 Rock Spring Drive in Bethesda. Shuttle service will be available starting at 8 a.m. from Seneca Valley and Paint Branch high schools.

• Register to attend

Virtual Forum on School Safety and Security for Latino Families Set for May 25

Parents are invited to a virtual conversation about comprehensive MCPS well-being, safety and security initiatives on Wednesday, May 25 at 7 p.m.  During this virtual event, which will be held in Spanish, parents will engage in conversations on creating safe and equitable schools for all students. Participants will also learn more about the Community Engagement Officer program enhancements and resources available to support student’s mental health and social well-being.

• Register