After 1,000 days of continuous planning, enrollment recently opened for the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine for the fall 2025 semester. The school, located in Hagerstown, is the first new medical school in Maryland in over 100 years.
The Washington Spirit announced today a new partnership with Giant Food, the leading regional grocery chain serving the greater Washington, D.C. area. Through this partnership, Giant will support key community-focused […]
Looking for a school where your child can grow academically, strengthen their faith, discover their talents, and feel part of a welcoming community? Your family’s next chapter could begin at St. Martin of Tours School in Gaithersburg, Maryland!
For more than 100 years, St. Martin of Tours School has been part of the Montgomery County community, providing students with a strong academic foundation rooted in faith, character, and a sense of belonging. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, our school offers an environment where children are encouraged to explore their interests, build meaningful relationships, and reach their full potential.
At St. Martin of Tours, education goes beyond the classroom. We believe in helping students grow not only as learners, but also as compassionate, confident individuals who are prepared to make a positive difference in the world.
Choosing a school is an important decision, and we would love to help you discover what makes our community special!
Join us for an upcoming Open House to explore our campus, meet our teachers and school leadership, learn about our academic programs, and discover the opportunities that help our students grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
Upcoming Open Houses
Bring your questions, meet our community, and picture your child becoming part of the St. Martin of Tours family.
Ready to visit? Register for Open House
Can’t make either date? We would still love to meet you! Schedule a personal tour and experience our school at a time that works best for your family.
A wonderful school experience could be just around the corner!
St. Martin of Tours School is now accepting applications for the 2027–2028 school year. Whether your child is beginning their educational journey in Pre-Kindergarten, entering elementary school, or preparing for middle school, our Admissions Team is here to guide you through the application process and answer your questions.
We look forward to getting to know your family and sharing how St. Martin of Tours can support your child’s educational journey.
Explore the Application Process
We believe families should have the opportunity to explore a Catholic education for their children. Financial aid applications are also open, and we encourage families to learn more about available assistance as they consider their educational options.
Every family’s situation is different, and exploring financial aid can be an important step in planning for the school year ahead.
Learn More About Financial Aid
At St. Martin of Tours School, every child has the opportunity to be known, supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. With a tradition of faith, a commitment to academic excellence, and a welcoming school community, we strive to create an experience where students can thrive and families feel connected.
Come discover what makes St. Martin of Tours School a special place to learn, grow, and belong. We can’t wait to meet your family!
St. Martin of Tours School
115 S. Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone: 301-990-2441
Email: [email protected]
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will begin the Brink Road Bridge Project, which spans Seneca Creek, for resurfacing work beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday, July 25. The project is scheduled to take four days to complete, weather and operational conditions permitting.
With 13% of young Americans neither working nor in school, exposing them to greater risk of poverty and violence, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025‘s States with the Most At-Risk Youth, with Maryland ranked the state with the 7th least at-risk youth in 2025 .
Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.
Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view. Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University.
Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
Kisco Senior Living has announced the addition of The Preston of Rockville, a senior living community in Rockville, MD, to its portfolio as of June 23, 2025. Formerly The Seneca Rockville, the community was previously owned by Silverstone Senior Living and has now been acquired by Kisco for $44 million, according to Biz Journals.
Signage is now up for Warby Parker at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. (more…)
Peace in Movement is set to open in early August in downtown Silver Spring, in the former Long & Foster space next to Hotel Silver Spring. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) reports that during the ninth week of its Summer Traffic Task Force, officers conducted 107 traffic stops resulting in 17 DUI arrests and issued over 300 citations and warnings, with cumulative totals since the initiative began reaching 127 DUI arrests and more than 2,400 total enforcement actions. (more…)
Below is a list of restaurants that will be coming soon to Rockville, MD: (more…)
Lavande Patisserie, a beloved Rockville destination for pastry enthusiasts since its inception in December 2015, has announced that it will close permanently at the end of the month.
MCPS has announced that five students were awarded college/university-sponsored National Merit scholarships financed by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), bringing the total number of MCPS Merit Scholars up to 45 for this year.