Montgomery County Public Schools and its ALL TOGETHER NOW, In School Together, Learn Together, Achieve Together: Attendance Action Plan aims to remove chronic absenteeism as a factor in students' ability to succeed. The plan has a multi-faceted approach to addressing chronic absenteeism in our schools.
Important Information for the Fall Sports Season
As we prepare for the first day of tryouts and practices on August 9, 2023, here is is some important information for the fall sports season.
Summer RISE Ceremony Brings Students, LT. Governor, Business Owners, and County Leaders Together
More than 900 students were celebrated at this Summer RISE closing ceremony for participating and completing the program.
It’s Not Too Late: Unlock the Power of Summer Reading
Summer is the perfect opportunity to foster a love for reading in children beyond entertainment. According to the science of reading, reading is vital to your child's growth and development. Readers go on journeys through books, expanding their vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills.
Sami Saeed Sworn In as Student Member of the Board of Education
Sami Saeed, a rising senior at Richard Montgomery High School, was sworn in as the 46th Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) on July 11. Saeed was sworn in by Assistant Chief Deputy Clerk Delores Riggs, Montgomery County Circuit Court.
Inclusive and Welcoming Learning in MCPS--Frequently Asked Question
MCPS is committed to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment and seeks to create opportunities where all students see themselves and their families in curriculum materials.
Free Summer Meals Available at Various Locations
Our Summer Meals Program is designed to bridge the “nutrition gap” when school is out. Children 18 years old or younger can come to any of the open locations to receive a free nutritious meal during breakfast and lunch at no cost.
MCPS Retirees Honored at Annual Retirement Ceremony
The Board of Education and Superintendent Monifa B. McKnight honored 2,659 retirees at the MCPS annual retirement recognition ceremony and reception on June 8 at Richard Montgomery High School.
Save the Date: Back-to-School Fair Set for Saturday, Aug. 26
All MCPS students and families are invited to kick off the 2023-2024 school year at the MCPS Back-to-School Fair on Saturday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westfield Wheaton mall.
Join the MCPL Summer Reading Challenge!
The Montgomery County Public Libraries’ (MCPL) Summer Reading Challenge! will begin on Saturday, June 17, at the Rockville Memorial Library. MCPL’s Summer Reading Challenge! offers a chance to fill summer with great books and fun learning activities, as well as in-person and virtual events.
Help Students in Need by Donating to Annual GIVE BACKpacks Campaign
Consider donating to the 12th annual MCPS GIVE BACKpacks campaign to support the distribution of backpacks and school supplies to MCPS students.
Montgomery Virtual Academy 2023-2024 Application Reopening for Waitlist Status
The Montgomery Virtual Academy (MVA) application is reopening for families interested in placing their child on the waitlist.
Twenty MCPS Students Earn College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships
Twenty Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students have earned college- and university-sponsored National Merit Scholarships in the latest round of awards from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.