Several railroad crossings in Montgomery County will temporarily close in October as CSX completes rail replacement and resurfacing work on its northbound tracks, according to the County. (more…)
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Montgomery County Public Schools is considering changes to its field trip and student travel policy, including a proposal that would eliminate the use of field trips as incentives.
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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.
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.
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.
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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]
Shake Shack has delayed the opening of its new Downtown Bethesda restaurant by two days, with the location now scheduled to open Friday, October 2, at 10 a.m. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Schools is preparing to begin a two-year planning process that could ultimately result in elementary and middle school closures, school consolidations and countywide boundary changes, with any resulting changes currently planned to take effect for the 2029-2030 school year.
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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.
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Get into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Rockville Senior Center. The holiday bazaar features over 50 handmade crafters, book sale, plants sale, raffles, lunch for purchase, and more! Sponsored by Rockville Seniors, Inc.
Free admission for all ages
Rockville has been ranked among the top 30 small cities in the country in WalletHub’s 2026 Best Small Cities in America report. (more…)
Three Powerball tickets sold in Maryland won $50,000 or more in Monday night’s drawing, while the jackpot climbed to an estimated $409 million after no ticket matched all six numbers. (more…)
Kaloyan Stoev has been sentenced to 120 years in prison for the 2025 shooting deaths of 26-year-old Marcell Hebron and 27-year-old Leilani Marroquin in Rockville. (more…)
Spirit Christmas has announced that it will return to its Waldorf, MD location for the 2026 holiday season.
WSSC Water is urging customers in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties to use water only for essential purposes immediately after a power issue disrupted operations at its Potomac Water Filtration Plant.
Popular food blogger Nomtastic Kim recently highlighted a Baltimore bakery she says is serving “the popular cheesecake EVERYONE in Maryland needs to try.” A video preview is available below.
A new Maryland law limiting when artistic and creative expression can be used as evidence against a defendant in criminal and juvenile cases will take effect Thursday, October 1.