Fashion is a growing program in the (MCPS) visual arts pathway, with roots stretching as far back as the early 2000s, according to Anjali Wells, content specialist for PreK-12 Visual Art and…
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MCPS Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
More than 100 MCPS students were nominated as semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship program. They will compete nationally for scholarships announced in the spring. The MCPS semifinalists come from 12…
Want to Volunteer in MCPS?
MCPS welcomes volunteers! MCPS schools are stronger because parents, caregivers and community members step in to help. Whether it’s chaperoning a trip, coaching or lending a hand in the classroom, volunteers make…
Montgomery County Council Committee Meeting on Sept. 11, 2025 – Mocofeed
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Education and Culture Committee will review a planned central office reorganization at Montgomery County Public Schools and receive an update on hiring and staffing The…
MCPS Seeks Input for Next Years Calendar
Local Update from Social Media Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking community input on the school calendar for the 2026–2027 academic year. Residents are encouraged to share their opinions on school days…
Pickleball Diplomacy: Welcoming Students from China
Continuing our cultural exchange, MCPS students welcomed visiting students from China. They participated in pickleball matches and tours of Baltimore and D.C. Watch how shared experiences brought students together across borders. Related…
Honoring Our Best, Building What’s Next: A New Vision for Program Excellence and Equity in MCPS
MCPS is proposing a transformative new model for our local and regional programs, launching in the 2027-2028 school year. This vision marks a fundamental shift from a model of scarcity to one…
MCPS Adopts Enhanced Safety Protocols to Improve Emergency Response
MCPS Adopts Enhanced Safety Protocols to Improve Emergency Response September 4, 2025 (MCPS) is implementing an enhanced security protocol to respond to emergency and crisis situations, ensuring the safety of students, families…
Next Round of Boundary Study Options Meetings Set for October
The MCPS community is invited to participate in upcoming public information meetings for the reopening of Charles W. Woodward High School boundary study and the opening of Crown High School and the…
Rear Admiral Pottenburgh Visits MCPS NJROTC Units, Inspires Future Leaders
Navy Rear Admiral John Pottenburgh, Commander of the Naval Service Training Command, visited ’ (MCPS) Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) programs at Paint Branch, John F. Kennedy, Gaithersburg and Seneca…