Transition Day is Coming Aug. 25, 2025 - What’s That?

Student Transition Day is a new, full-day initiative in the 2025–2026 school year calendar designed to ease the transition for students entering new school levels or buildings by fostering belonging, familiarity, and preparedness before all students return to school.

 

  • Who should attend Student Transition Day?

o    All students entering Grades K, 6, and 9.

o    Any student new to MCPS or transitioning to a different school (e.g., due to a move or transfer).

  • What about transportation?

o    Buses will operate on the regular first-day-of-school schedule.

  • Will meals be available onsite?

o    Lunch will be available for purchase or students can pack their own lunch.

  • What’s the schedule?