07/01/2025
Students thrive when schools stay focused on what works. MCPS’ redesigned School Improvement Plan (SIP) for 2025–2026 makes sure every school is laser-focused on helping all students succeed.
What’s new:
- Student-first focus: Aligns directly with Goal 1 of the MCPS Future Ready Strategic Plan — ensuring every student shows high academic achievement and growth.
- One-page format: Clear, concise, and user-friendly.
- Stronger alignment: Tied to key state measures from the Maryland School Report Card (like math, ELA, and school climate).
- Built by schools, supported by the district: Principals led the design, with support and resources from central services.
Transparency counts:
All school improvement plans will be posted online so families and communities can see how their schools are working to improve. The Board looks forward to future updates about how the new SIP is working for schools.
What matters most:
Simpler plans, stronger support, and a shared focus on what matters most — student growth. This is how MCPS is making every school a place where all students can succeed.
Watch the Board’s discussion on the new SIP.