Students in John F. Kennedy High School’s Broadcast Journalism and Communications Academy in Silver Spring earned national recognition this year, taking home two Student Production Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) for their work on The Sword, the school’s student-produced news magazine show.
Montgomery County Public Schools has signed a long-term lease for 161,500 square feet at 750 Progress Way in Gaithersburg, securing a major new operational footprint along the I-270 corridor.
Following the Board of Education’s decision to delay action for more community engagement, Councilmember Evan Glass issued a statement expressing ongoing concerns about the proposed closure of Silver Spring International Middle School and relocation of Sligo Creek Elementary School.
The Montgomery County Board of Education has officially approved the traditional and innovative school calendars for the 2026-2027 school year. The decision was made during the Board’s meeting on December 11.
On Thursday, Councilmember Will Jawando said the proposed closure of Silver Spring International Middle School and relocation of Sligo Creek Elementary were announced on too short a timeline for meaningful community input and require far more careful review.
As construction continues on the brand-new Burtonsville Elementary School, students, staff, families, and alumni are being asked to help make one of the most exciting decisions ahead of the school’s 2026 reopening: choosing the mascot that will represent the community for years to come.
Montgomery County Public Schools are heading into the final stretch of 2025 with several important schedule changes, including holidays, systemwide closures, and the full winter break period.
Richard Montgomery High School, founded in 1892, continues to embrace its role as Montgomery County’s oldest public high school while looking ahead to its future. The Rockville school shared a published historical overview a couple years back, tracing its evolution from a modest addition to an elementary school into one of the county’s most recognized academic institutions.
“The Phenomenon of ‘6–7’ and What It Has Given to Our Society” By Dr. Jamila Walker, MCPS Principal
Tuesday, December 9th marks the 67th day of school for MCPS, a milestone that has taken on unexpected cultural significance thanks to a simple phrase, or rather, a simple pair of numbers, that has swept through classrooms, hallways, and social media with surprising force.
As Maryland’s first rounds of winter weather brought confusion and frustration for many families this week, both Howard County Public Schools (HCPSS) and Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) issued messages explaining their decision-making processes. While both districts emphasized safety, forecasts, and lessons learned, the tone and content of their communications revealed notably different approaches.
PeerBlooms began as a simple idea rooted in personal experience and a deep desire for inclusion. Founder and President Eddie Ding, a student at Thomas Wootton High School, had spent four years working with neurodivergent children and young people with disabilities through camps, nonprofits, and University of Maryland-based programs. Those experiences revealed a clear gap in access to opportunities and support, even as he saw the strengths and passions these students displayed when given a chance to belong. Eddie’s mission is also shaped by his relationship with his older sister, who has a disability and often faced challenges with everyday tasks. Growing up beside her strengthened his belief that inclusion should be the norm rather than the exception.