Councilmember Evan Glass is calling for structural reforms to Montgomery County Public Schools and the Montgomery County Board of Education, including adding a representative appointed by the County Executive to the school board. (more…)
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On Monday, Governor Wes Moore announced $56.8 million in new energy efficiency grants that will fund 127 projects across Maryland, including upgrades at schools, government buildings, nonprofits, and residential properties. The grants, administered through the Maryland Energy Administration, are intended to lower energy costs, modernize infrastructure, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions statewide. (more…)
The Rosa Parks Middle School in Olney boys’ and girls’ soccer teams both finished the season undefeated following strong performances in their final matches. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Schools says program and position reductions are still expected despite the Montgomery County Council approving additional funding for the district’s operating budget on Thursday. A video by MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor can be seen below.
25 years ago in 2001, nearly 8,500 students from Montgomery County Public Schools high schools and alternative programs prepared to receive their diplomas as 28 schools scheduled graduation ceremonies through June 13.
Poolesville High School’s coed volleyball team made history Thursday night, capturing the Montgomery County championship with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Sherwood and finishing the season undefeated.
Montgomery County native Chris Van Dusen, the creator of Netflix’s global phenomenon Bridgerton, is officially bringing his next major project to the streaming giant.
A 16-year-old Walt Whitman High School student has been charged after police say he brought a loaded handgun onto school property following an altercation involving teenagers at Westfield Montgomery on Wednesday afternoon.
Montgomery County Public Schools said Tuesday evening that Canvas (myMCPS Classroom) remains disabled as the district continues monitoring a nationwide cybersecurity incident involving the learning platform.
On Tuesday, Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando issued a statement urging the County Council to fully fund Montgomery County Public Schools, warning that proposed budget reductions could result in significant staffing cuts across the school system. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Thomas W. Taylor is warning employees that budget reductions currently being discussed by the Montgomery County Council could lead to significant cuts across the school system, including potential workforce reductions not seen “in many decades.” A video shared with staff can be seen below.