MCPS News

Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week: Q&A with Burning Tree Elementary School

December 8–12 is Inclusive Schools Week. During this week, we celebrate the schools, educators, students and families who work every day to ensure that all children feel welcomed, supported and valued. Inclusive Schools Week highlights the importance of creating learning environments where every student—regardless of background, ability or identity—has the opportunities and access needed to thrive. To mark the week, we invited several schools to participate in a short Q&A about what inclusion looks like in their buildings. Each school responded to the same set of questions, offering a glimpse into the practices, partnerships and commitments that help foster belonging and strengthen their school communities.

Debunking Myths about the Regional Programs

We know that families may still have questions about this work. Read more.

Update on Secondary Student Grading

Final first-semester grades will be calculated using whole-number percentages, which are displayed in ParentVue and on the report card. Read more.

Vote for One of Our Own!

Dr. Everett Davis, director in the Department of Family Engagement, is one of nine finalists. Votes for the Constantino Family Engagement Practitioner Award are due by Friday, Jan. 30.

Now You Know: MCPS Information

We’re sharing everything you need to know in our weekly “Things to Know” newsletter. Be sure to check it out.

Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week: Q&A with Snowden Farm Elementary School

December 8–12 is Inclusive Schools Week. During this week, we celebrate the schools, educators, students and families who work every day to ensure that all students feel welcomed, supported and valued. Inclusive Schools Week highlights the importance of creating learning environments where every student has the opportunities and access needed to thrive. To mark the week, several schools participated in a short Q&A about what inclusion looks like on their campuses. Each school responded to the same set of questions, offering a glimpse into the practices, partnerships and commitments that help foster belonging and strengthen their school communities.

Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week: Q&A with Flower Hill Elementary School

December 8–12 is Inclusive Schools Week. During this week, we celebrate the schools, educators, students and families who work every day to ensure that all students feel welcomed, supported and valued. Inclusive Schools Week highlights the importance of creating learning environments where every student has the opportunities and access needed to thrive. To mark the week, several schools participated in a short Q&A about what inclusion looks like on their campuses. Each school responded to the same set of questions, offering a glimpse into the practices, partnerships and commitments that help foster belonging and strengthen their school communities.

Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week: Q&A with DuFief Elementary School

December 8–12 is National Inclusive Schools Week. During this week, we celebrate the schools, educators, students and families who work every day to ensure that all students feel welcomed, supported and valued. Inclusive Schools Week highlights the importance of creating learning environments where every student has the opportunities and access needed to thrive. To mark the week, several schools participated in a short Q&A about what inclusion looks like on their campuses. Each school responded to the same set of questions, offering a glimpse into the practices, partnerships and commitments that help foster belonging and strengthen their school communities.

Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week: Q&A with Benjamin Banneker Middle School

December 8–12 is National Inclusive Schools Week. During this week, we celebrate the schools, educators, students and families who work every day to ensure that all students feel welcomed, supported and valued. Inclusive Schools Week highlights the importance of creating learning environments where every student has the opportunities and access needed to thrive. To mark the week, several schools participated in a short Q&A about what inclusion looks like on their campuses. Each school responded to the same set of questions, offering a glimpse into the practices, partnerships and commitments that help foster belonging and strengthen their school communities.

Generations of Giving: How Senior Volunteers are Making a Difference at Fields Road ES

From asking ‘How can we help?’ to making a weekly impact—see how volunteers from the local community are supporting Fields Road Elementary School.

From the Field to the Community: QOHS Varsity Soccer Volunteers at Pleasant View

The Quince Orchard HS Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team spent the day volunteering at Pleasant View Historical Site—caring for the grounds and learning about its powerful history.

Important Student Performance Results Now Available in ParentVUE

Fall Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Growth assessment results are now available for parents and guardians to view in ParentVUE. 

Thank You for Joining the Superintendent’s FY 2027 Operating Budget Listening Sessions

Now You Know: Weather Information

We’re getting ready for winter. Are you ready?

From Classroom to Community: Longview’s Student-Made Stationery

Discover how Longview School’s adapted art program empowers students with diverse learning needs to create with independence and joy. Under the leadership of veteran teacher Sara Lucas-Dreiss, students craft everything from handmade vases to bestselling stationery sets. Their artwork not only showcases creativity—it directly supports their school community.