This year alone, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are averaging more than one hate or bias incident per day — a rate tripled from past years — according to MCPS… Read More
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will take new steps in response to increased hate and bias incidents in schools. One new action includes revising fourth and fifth grade curriculums to… Read More
Hundreds of teens and families are coming together at this year’s #RespectFEST Sunday. #RespectFEST is held annually and hosted by The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Police, State’s Attorney’s Office, Family… Read More
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) announced Wednesday that vape detectors will be installed at several high schools in the district in the coming weeks. The school system says this is… Read More
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has proposed a 10-cent property tax increase to exclusively fund schools. According to the county, when adjusted for inflation, per-pupil spending in Montgomery County Public… Read More
As school officials remain concerned about fentanyl overdoses among youth, a second forum for families was held Saturday at Northwood High School. According to data previously shared by Montgomery County Public… Read More
Garrett Park Elementary School students were treated to special opera piano concerts on Wednesday (for grades K-2) and Thursday (for grades 3-5). As part of the Feel The Opera Initiative, the… Read More
Keeping your heart healthy and strong, that is the message a number of groups in Montgomery County are sending during the month of February, which marks American Heart Month. These… Read More
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) announced Wednesday evening that schools including the MCPS Virtual Academy will open two hours late Thursday due to “anticipated emergency weather conditions.” They added that… Read More
A new study looks at public school systems across the country and ranks Maryland fifth in the nation. WalletHub, a personal finance website, compared all 50 states and the District… Read More
There are 393 teacher and 422 support staff positions unfilled at Montgomery County Public Schools as of July 7. One third of the open slots are special education positions, according… Read More
Council President Gabe Albornoz said during his press briefing on Monday “he has respect, faith and trust in MCPS Superintendent and leaders decision” to implement the “CEO 2.0” Community Engagement… Read More