MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa B. McKnight will present her recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget on Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. at Odessa Shannon Middle School.
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Seneca Valley Senior Sits In as Councilmember for a Day
Folashade Epebinu, a senior at Seneca Valley High School, won this year’s Councilmember for a Day competition, hosted by Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando.
Edison Students Hold Annual Bake Sale
About 52 students in the restaurant management and culinary arts program at Thomas Edison High School of Technology held their annual holiday bake sale prior to Thanksgiving break.
MCPS Student Leaders at Work
MCPS student leaders from across Montgomery High School attended the United States Environmental Protection Agency announcement of the National Environmental Youth Advisory Council event. This event included student climate activists from across the nation and US Congressman Maxwell Frost and Senator Bernie Sanders spoke.
Attendance Matters: First Quarter Absences and Half Days Ahead
In addition to reviewing academic progress, MCPS is encouraging parents/caregivers to please make note of the number of absences your student had during the first quarter.
Students Donate Computer Lab to the Potomac Chinese School
The Network Operations program of the Montgomery County Students Information Technology Foundation, Inc. (ITF) held its annual computer lab gifting ceremony at Thomas Edison High School of Technology.
P.E. Teachers Recognized By SHAPE MD
MCPS teachers have won top honors from the Society of Health and Physical Educators Maryland (SHAPE MD). They were recognized for their work and contributions to health education, physical education (P.E.) and/or student wellness. Brian Baker of Takoma Park Middle School was named Middle School Physical Educator Teacher of the Year.
Prepare For Your Personal Finances Journey
Invest in your future and enroll in a semester personal finance elective today! Learn about managing student loans, the stock market, interest rates, credit scores, investing, retirement. funds, and more!
Winter Coat Drive Underway
The Prekindergarten and Head Start offices are accepting donations of new coats for students in need. Hats, gloves, scarves and boots are also welcome. Donations are needed for boys and girls in sizes 5, 6, 7 and 8.
Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll Recognizes 19 MCPS High Schools for Outstanding Achievement
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is proud to announce that 18 of 25 district high schools have been recognized on the prestigious 2023 AP School Honor Roll. This achievement highlights the district’s commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities and preparing students for college, career and community.
Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Students
Each quarter, Whetstone Elementary School rolls out the red carpet to celebrate students who have demonstrated the school’s Wildcat core values.
Learn About Apprenticeship Program Opportunities on Nov. 13 and 15
National Apprenticeship will be recognized the week of Nov. 13–19. MCPS in partnership with Montgomery College, Worksource Montgomery and the Maryland Department of Labor will host two events during the week geared towards students and the business community.
Students Learn How to Write and Present a Board of Education Testimony
High school students attended a one-day workshop to learn how to write and present a Board of Education (BOE) testimony in front of board members to effectively advocate for the changes they want to see in their schools.
Fall 2023 Championship Season
Congratulations to all student athletes who won the following county and district championships:
Students Spend the Day Beautifying the Community
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), in partnership with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hosted a Student Environment Volunteer Day on Wednesday, Nov. 1, at Gaithersburg High School. Students learned about sustainability and helped beautify the community. They also worked to enhance the health of the environment by planting native plants and trees in the stormwater management gardens around the school.
MCPS Schools Recognize Mental Health Awareness Week
MCPS and the Montgomery County School Psychologists’ Association (MCSPA) will host free events the week of Oct. 30–Nov. 4 to give youth and families the opportunity to hear from mental health experts on a variety of issues.
Join Our Transportation Team
MCPS is hosting a job fair for bus drivers, bus attendants and mechanics from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3. The fair will be held at the Shady Grove Transportation Depot, 16651 Crabbs Branch Way in Rockville.
Learn About Operating Budget at Upcoming Forums
MCPS is hosting a series of forums to learn more about the process for the 2024–2025 operating budget. Join us for a discussion with MCPS leadership and an opportunity to engage in breakout sessions. Events will be held on the following dates:
National School Bus Safety Week
Join us Oct.16–21 in emphasizing the importance of school bus safety and saying thank you to all who transport Montgomery County Public Schools students during National Bus Safety week.
