Montgomery County Public Schools

Northwood High School recently earned the Recognized Model Program (RAMP) designation. The RAMP designation recognizes schools committed to delivering a data-informed school counseling program in accordance with the ASCA National Model:  A Framework for School Counseling Programs.

The Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation recently completed its 43rd Young American House in Silver Spring. The house was designed and built by more than 300 students, representing all 26 MCPS high schools. A cornerstone celebration and open house was held on May 23. 

The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking to fill one vacancy on its five-member Ethics Panel (Panel).  The vacancies are for a three-year term beginning on July 1, 2023.  Members serve without compensation. As noted in Board Policy, BBB, , among the Panel’s responsibilities are:  (1) approving financial disclosure forms; (2) interpreting the Board of Education’s Ethics Policy and issuing advisory opinions concerning its application; and (3) conducting hearings on complaints filed regarding an alleged violation.

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has announced new guidance for responding to medical emergencies at school in which an individual may be experiencing a suspected opioid overdose.  The new guidance allows students to carry Narcan in schools and during school-sponsored activities without fear of disciplinary action. Students should continue to seek assistance from school or health room staff in the event of a medical emergency on campus.

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) announced for responding to medical emergencies in schools for suspected opioid overdoses. The new regulation includes detailed guidance on naloxone (also known by its brand name, Narcan), its use, and access in MCPS schools. Narcan is a potentially life-saving medication that temporarily reverses the effects due to an opioid overdose. The new guidance allows students to carry Narcan in schools and during school-sponsored activities without fear of disciplinary action. Students should continue to seek assistance from school or health room staff in the event of a medical emergency on campus.

On Saturday, May 20, parents/guardians, students, staff and community members are invited to a Health and Wellness Fair at Seneca Valley High School from 9 a.m.–noon. Attendees can choose from multiple dozen educational sessions and activities for adults and students in English and Spanish. Topics include: Mental health and wellness Self-care and time management for students Emergency response Music Therapy Refusal skills & “escape hatch” planning Narcan training Sports and Wellness, and more Seneca Valley High School is located at 19401 Crystal Rock Drive, Germantown, MD 20874

MCPS is pleased to share the Antiracist System Action Plan that was presented to the Board of Education during its business meeting on Thursday, May 11. The plan addresses the findings and recommendations in the Antiracist System Audit. The district’s action plan is designed to address five critical areas to achieve a racial equity vision as outlined by the audit: coherence, accountability, equity-centered capacity building, continuous data collection and relational trust. It serves as a roadmap to holistically implement policies, practices and structures necessary to eliminate racial disparities and remove barriers that impact the district’s most marginalized groups.

Seventy-one MCPS educators achieved certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) in 2022, and 45 were on hand to receive their pins in a ceremony on May 8. Another 90 successfully maintained their certifications.