Montgomery County Public Schools announced a CODE RED – SCHOOL SYSTEM CLOSED – Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
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Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has announced that all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, due to imminent snowfall, with all activities, programs, and childcare canceled; virtual learning will not be available, and decisions for Tuesday will be made later. (more…)
Per MCPS: MCPS Schools Close on Time; After-School and Evening Activities Canceled
Montgomery County Public Schools will close at the regularly scheduled time today, Friday, January 3. All after-school and evening school and community activities in school buildings are canceled. Daycare programs in school buildings will remain open as scheduled. Families should check with their childcare provider.
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While we think MoCoSnow is the best way to learn about potential winter weather heading our way and how it may impact schools, MCPS goes through a very specific process to make the decision on whether or not to close or delay schools.
MCPS has a few important dates to remember for its traditional calendar (all schools except Arcola ES). The dates for Winter/Spring 2025 can be seen below:
MCPS recently highlighted a new club at Northwood High School at Woodward– the Charcuterie Board Club. Students are forging meaningful connections with one another while perfecting their cheese, cracker, and meat pairings.
The Energía Tour, launched in 2018 with two schools, has now expanded to 15 schools, from elementary to high school. Founded by Christopher Pinilla, or Mr. Chris Hypnotyc, the tour celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and promotes mental health awareness in Montgomery County. This year, the tour finished at Wheaton High School.
Press release from MCPS: To Unleash the Potential of Montgomery County, MCPS needs to Focus on the Fundamentals
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Michelle Meyer, the dedicated art teacher who has been at Pine Crest Elementary School in Silver Spring for 26 years, has once again collaborated with the talented team of specialists at the school to create a stunning hallway display that captures the spirit of winter. This year, the focus has been on the South Pole and Antarctica, fostering a festive and inclusive atmosphere for students and staff alike (photos below).