About 430 students from MCPS middle and high schools took part in the Montgomery County History Day competition on March 7 at Sligo Middle School. This competition started in 2016 and has…
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Making History: Four MCPS Standouts Earn 2026 County Leadership Honors
Three MCPS students and one teacher have been named recipients of the 2026 Women Making History Award, an honor presented by the Montgomery County Commission for Women in partnership with Montgomery Women….
Students Celebrate International Women’s Day at Third Annual EmpowHERed Leaders’ Summit
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the MCPS Department of Student Leadership and Activities and MoCo EmpowHER hosted the third annual EmpowHERed Leaders’ Summit on March 6. The event brought together 160…
Celebration Express: MCPS Surprises 11 Top Employees Across the County
MCPS honored 11 of its top employees during surprise celebrations today. Aboard the Celebration Express, Superintendent Thomas Taylor, Board of Education members and association leadership visited schools and worksites across the county,…
Knowledge Is Power: Middle Schoolers Compete at MoCo Black History 365 Knowledge Bowl
Last month, twelve middle schools gathered for the 2nd Annual MoCo Black History 365 Knowledge Bowl at Montgomery College Rockville Campus, Theatre Arts Building. “The Knowledge Bowl reinforces a central message: Black…
March 3 Facilities Work Session Highlights: What the Data Really Show
On Tuesday, March 3, the Board of Education held the Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 on the Superintendent’s Recommended FY 2027–2032 Capital Improvements Program (CIP), continuing a data-driven discussion about…
Now You Know: High School Summer School
Planning for summer? MCPS High School Summer Programs help students stay on track — or get back on track — for graduation. These programs give high school students the chance to earn…
Lace Up for a Cause: Superintendent’s Shuffle Coming April 11
Mark your calendars and lace up your sneakers! The first-ever Superintendent’s Shuffle is coming to Bohrer Park on Saturday, April 11. Join us for a morning of community, movement and purpose as…
Making Prom Possible for Every Student
Attending prom is a big milestone for high school students and Montgomery County Recreation is working to make that dream a reality. The department is collecting new and gently used dresses, suits,…
Empowering Students to Save Lives: Highlights from the 2026 Save A Student Summit
Last month, more than 300 students gathered at Wheaton High School for the third annual Save a Student Summit. Hosted by the Montgomery County Regional Student Government Association and the Maryland Students…