A Message from Board of Education President Yang and Superintendent Taylor on Recent Executive Orders

Dear Montgomery County Public Schools community,

We recognize news about recent executive orders raises some concerns and questions about public education for Montgomery County students.

All our children deserve a high-quality education that fosters both academic excellence and well-being regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, disability, religion, or any other identifying characteristic.  

We stand by our community and school system values, which include learning, relationships, respect, excellence and equity. They guide us every day and anchor us when navigating difficult times. We intend to use all legal means necessary to uphold them. 

We are committed to maintaining local authority over our curriculum, teaching and learning. And we will fiercely support our teachers and staff as they implement our curriculum and policies. 

Education is a fundamental right guaranteed to all children and foundational to our society. A strong and thriving public school system is essential to the success, prosperity, and future of our communities, states, and nation. 

MCPS and the Montgomery County Board of Education will remain focused on our mission to provide the very best education to each and every student.
 

Julie Yang
President, Board of Education

Thomas W. Taylor, Ed.D., MBA 
Superintendent