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Back-to-School Jam 2021 @ WESTFIELD WHEATON

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A fun kickoff to the new school year!

Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

All MCPS students and their families are invited to kick off the new school year at the Back-to-School Jam. The event is a wonderful opportunity for families to learn about the school system and county programs and services, while enjoying family-friendly activities, entertainment, a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic and more*.

Safety: (UPDATED) In an effort to make our 2021 Back-To-School Jam as safe as possible most presenters and activities will now be outside (under cover) at the Westfield Wheaton "Streetery" and adjacent covered parking areas. Attendees of the Back-To-School Jam must wear a mask in all indoor public spaces and mask-wearing is strongly encouraged in outdoor spaces. Masks in public indoor spaces are required by local government mandate that began on 08/07/2021. Masks and hand sanitizer will be available onsite.   

Westfield Wheaton

Westfield Wheaton
11160 Veirs Mill Rd
Wheaton, MD 20902

FREE Transportation:

MCPS will offer free shuttles to the event from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and leaving the event from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. from the following MCPS high schools: Gaithersburg, Montgomery Blair, Paint Branch, Richard Montgomery and Seneca Valley.


Safety: Attendees of the Back-To-School Jam must wear a mask. Masks in public indoor spaces are required by local government mandate beginning 08/07/2021. Masks and hand sanitizer will be available onsite.

FREE COVID-19 Vaccinations:

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services will host a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic. Register at this link or via this QR code:

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Free Immunizations

TDAP and meningitis immunizations will be offered for students going into Grade 7-12.

Register at this link or via this QR code:

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