John F. Kennedy HS

News & Announcements

Happening This Week!

Monday, October 27: Regular Schedule
Tuesday, October 28: Regular Schedule
Wednesday, October 29: Advisory Schedule
Thursday, October 30: Regular Schedule
Friday, October 31: Regular Schedule, End of Marking Period 1

End of Marking Period 1

This school year, MCPS has made updates to grading and reporting practices to promote consistency and clarity across schools. Key changes include a greater emphasis on timely feedback, academic integrity, and student responsibility in meeting deadlines. These updates are designed to ensure grades accurately reflect student learning and achievement.

As we approach the end of Marking Period 1 on October 31, we encourage all students and caregivers to check grades and attendance to class. This is a great time to reflect on progress and set goals for the second marking period.

If you have any questions about your student’s progress, please reach out to the teacher directly. For additional support, contact your school counselor or assistant principal.

Know Your Rights Session

In partnership with the Wellness Center, we will be hosting a virtual Know Your Rights session via Google Meet on Monday, October 27, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.

The session will be led by Jess Cruz, and will include a brief 5–10 minute presentation from our Kennedy Students F.A.I.R. Group. This session is open to all students and parents.

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Parent/Teacher Conferences

We invite all families to join us at Kennedy High School for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, November 24, from 1:00-6:00 p.m., and Tuesday, November 25, from 12:15-2:45 p.m. This year, families may also request a virtual appointment. Please scan the attached QR code or visit our website for more details.

Are You College & Career Ready?

Counselors are having individual meetings with 12th grade students to make sure they are on track for graduation. If not, plans are developed. The window of Online Pathway to Graduation (OPTG) is open and students that need to recover credits are encouraged to meet with their counselor to get signed up.

ACES Recruiting

ACES is recruiting for the Class of 2028! We are looking for qualified 10th graders to join the program! Learn more here.

Meet The ACES Coordinator, Dr. Mary Alvaro, Ph.D. Read bio.

Change from Remind to Parent Square

Please note that we will be transitioning our communication platform from Remind to ParentSquare at the end of this week. Below you will find resource guides to help you access and navigate the application.

ParentSquare Quick Guides:

Student Opportunities

Applications are open for the Omega Psi Phi Achievement Week program scholarship applications. The program is open to African American senior male students who have made contributions toward improving the quality of life for Black Americans. Applications are available here. The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 24. This competition also includes an essay contest with scholarship awards. Essays are due Friday, Oct. 31. More information
2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search: Applications are now open to high school seniors. The nation’s oldest STEM competition invites seniors to submit original research in the hopes of being named a top scientific leader of the future — and of winning the top prize of $250,000. The online application consists of essays, questions about students and their research, recommendations from teachers and mentors, and the submission of an original research paper. The deadline is Thursday, Nov. 6.
Speak Up, Save a Life: The Montgomery County State's Attorney’s Office is hosting a public service announcement contest that challenges teens to create an original video to promote awareness of the dangers of opioid abuse or overdose and fentanyl among teens. The contest is open to secondary students who can earn 10 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for participating. Submissions are due Sunday, Dec. 7.

Class of 2026 Graduation

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We are excited to announce that John F. Kennedy High School’s Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will be held on June 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).

All MCPS high school graduations will take place at UMBC this year to ensure a comfortable indoor setting, accessible parking, and reduced costs for families. MCPS will share additional details about transportation options, tickets, and logistics as the date approaches. Please read the letter sent to the families of the Class of 2026 graduates here.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with our seniors and their families!