Five Maryland employers, including three based in Montgomery County, have been named among Fortune and Great Place To Work’s 2026 Best Workplaces in Health Care. The annual national rankings, released October 13, are based on confidential employee surveys measuring workplace culture and the employee experience. Companies must be Great Place To Work Certified to be eligible. The rankings evaluate employers as workplaces and are not a measure of patient care or healthcare quality.
Metro has announced temporary service changes on the Green, Orange, Silver, and Blue lines as part of planned winter construction from December 16 through December 30.
Discover St. Martin of Tours School: A Place to Learn, Grow, and Belong!
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.
Come Experience Our School!
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
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday, February 7, 2027 | 2:30–4:00 PM
Bring your questions, meet our community, and picture your child becoming part of the St. Martin of Tours family.
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.
Applications Are Now Open for 2027–2028!
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.
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.
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
An Arizona man has been indicted on federal charges following an alleged attack aboard a commercial flight that forced the plane to make an unscheduled landing at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
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 Edgeexhibition, 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.
Make something unique from surprising upcycled materials!
MakerHive is stocked with an ever-changing supply of upcycled materials collected from thrift stores, salvage centers, and community donations. Everything is sorted, cleaned, and ready to inspire your next creation.
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Two undefeated teams. Over 350 combined points through five games. Sherwood nearly brought Quince Orchard to a standstill Friday night, doing something no opponent had managed since 2009… keep the Cougars out of the end zone.
Butler’s Orchard in Germantown has been selected as Maryland’s best farm shop in a new loveFOOD feature that selected one farm shop from each state before ranking all 50 nationally.
Permanent signage has now been installed at the future Prime Furniture & Mattress Gallery location at 2A Bureau Drive in Gaithersburg, taking another step toward the store’s anticipated opening.
Northwest High School Principal Scott Smith is currently on leave, according to a letter sent to the school community by Montgomery County Public Schools on Wednesday, October 14.