MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
November is National Family Engagement Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the essential role families play in a child’s learning, growth and overall well-being. Within MCPS, Family Engagement Specialists are central to this work. This month, MCPS is highlighting one of these dedicated specialists: Sally Ruiz Miller. Read more.
The annual After School Dance Fund/Baila4Life Latin Dance Competition at the Music Center at Strathmore was a night full of rhythm, passion and spectacular performances. View the photos and see who won.
The Montgomery County Board of Education elected Grace Rivera-Oven as president, and Brenda Wolff as vice president.
The 2025–2026 Districtwide Culture and Climate Survey is now available — and we need to hear from you!
The Network Operations program of the Montgomery County Students Information Technology Foundation, Inc. (ITF) held its annual computer lab gifting ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 20 at Thomas Edison High School of Technology.
Students in the Montgomery County Students Automotive Trades Foundation (ATF) and Information Technology Foundation (ITF) will sell used cars and computers they have refurbished from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, at Gaithersburg High School.
Quince Orchard High School (QO) recently welcomed students and teachers from Lycée Louis Casimir Teyssier in France, continuing a decades-long, pen pal and cultural exchange tradition led by French teacher Rebecca Yu.
This is a reminder that schools will release students early on Monday, Nov. 24, and Tuesday, Nov. 25.
The Board of Education is seeking comment on proposed amendments to four policies.
Four high school juniors have been named Carson Scholars, earning $1,000 college scholarships.
MCPS is hosting a new round of engagement sessions on the boundary studies during the first week of December. Four will be virtual; two will be in person.
Nicole Murray-Lewis, history teacher at James Hubert Blake High School, has been elected to serve as the teacher member on the State Board of Education.
MCPS is hosting three community listening sessions to discuss the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Operating Budget.
John Glodek of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School was named Middle School Physical Educator Teacher of the Year by the Society of Health and Physical Educators Maryland (SHAPE MD).
More than 225 MCPS young men “leveled up” at the 2025 Game Changer Conference at Montgomery College, Germantown. Students participated in workshops, heard from speakers, and competed in an essay writing contest. Read the story to see who won the essay contest.
Albert Einstein High School recently celebrated the 20th anniversary years of its Japanese language and cultural program with a special Sakura tree planting ceremony.
Students at Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary School recently welcomed loved ones to the annual K.I.S.S. (Kids Inviting Someone Special) Breakfast, a beloved school tradition that celebrates family, friendship and community.
MCPS Welcomed Furloughed Federal Families for Lunch and Career Connections
Glen Haven Elementary School welcomed military-connected families for its second annual Purple Star Breakfast Bunch. The event brought together students, families and staff to celebrate service, strengthen connections and enjoy a meal together.
Students, families & staff came together for the MCPS Mental Health & Wellness Fair! The event featured student-led discussions, wellness workshops, and activities to promote resilience and mindfulness. See what happened.
November 3-7 is National School Psychology Week. Hear from Nicole Rodriguez-Caraballo, school psychologists, to learn more about the work and what makes this role so rewarding.
From Dungeons & Dragons to gardening, from cheer to chess—students at Roberto Clemente Middle School have the chance to SOAR every day! Self-Management, Organization, Action, and Reflection (SOAR) time gives students space to explore interests, build friendships, and reflect on what matters most. Read more.
The Maryland State Department of Education is providing clarification on the effect of the uncertainty and disruption of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding on student qualification for free meals under School Meal Programs. Read more.
The first report on student data through Sept. 30 provides an important look at how often students are at school and how MCPS is supporting positive behavior. These early numbers cover the first five weeks of the year — about 24 instructional days — and they already point to encouraging gains, as well as some areas needing attention. Read more.
School improvement plans (SIPs) for all MCPS schools are now available online in three places. Find out where.
MCPS continues to demonstrate strong academic momentum, according to the 2024–2025 Maryland School Report Card released by the Maryland State Department of Education. Among the success stories this year are Rosemont Elementary School, William H. Farquhar Middle School and Watkins Mill High School. Read more.
We love to celebrate, and it shows. Over the past few months, we’ve lifted up the incredible work of our students, staff, schools and partners. Here’s a look back at some of the moments that inspired us to start the school year strong.
The Board of Education is inviting community members to share feedback on the superintendent’s recommended Capital Improvements Program (CIP) before Monday, Nov. 10.
Every school community has its own strengths and challenges, and no single solution fits all. That’s why Superintendent Thomas Taylor launched MCPS Cross-Functional Teams: groups of school-focused subject specific experts who work directly with schools and clusters to provide coordinated, customized support to advance and strengthen teaching, learning and school operations. Read more.
Parent-teacher conferences will be held Nov. 24-25 and are a great opportunity to talk with your child’s teacher about how your child is doing — academically and socially. Here are some questions you can ask…
November 3-7 is National School Psychology Week. Hear from Trellis Jones, school psychologists, to learn more about the work and what makes this role so rewarding.
MCPS also has a range of immigration supports and resources available to families. Read more.
MCPS continues to demonstrate strong academic momentum, according to the 2024–2025 Maryland School Report Card released by the Maryland State Department of Education. Read more.
Report cards for the first marking period will be available in ParentVue by 5 p.m. on Nov. 7.
November 3-7 is National School Psychology Week. Hear from Sharon Huang, school psychologists, to learn more about the work and what makes this role so rewarding.
Walt Whitman High School hosted a special intergenerational "It's Academic" competition on Oct. 30, bringing together decades of school tradition and intellectual excellence. Read more.
November 3-7 is National School Psychology Week. Hear from Harriet Kuhn, school psychologists, to learn more about the work and what makes this role so rewarding.
