Gaithersburg Shooting Still Under Investigation
The Gaithersburg Police Department has not released any new information regarding the incident that occurred yesterday at the 300 block of North Summit Avenue.
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MCPS
Edward Xiao and Kavi Patel, two juniors at Northwest High School in Germantown, have created a free COVID-19 newsletter tool for dispersing information about COVID-19 in Montgomery County.
You can register for the free newsletter here.
The Annual MCPS Art Show Is Virtual This Year
In years past, MCPS has celebrated and showcased student artwork by hosting displays at Lakeforest Mall and most recently Westfield Montgomery. This year, the MCPS art show is entirely virtual. You’ll find art from elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, special programs, and even a page showcasing work created by art educators around the county.
Police Determine Bomb Threat Sent to Large Number of MCPS Staff and Students Not Credible
Per an MCPS letter to the community:
Limited Spectators Now Allowed at MoCo Sporting Events
The Montgomery County Council voted today to allow spectators back at sporting events beginning April 2nd at 5PM.
MCEA Negotiates Wage Increase for Teachers
The wage increase will include an adjustment of +2% as well as a step increase for those eligible. Montgomery County teacher salaries increase based on steps that are taken based on how many years of service a teacher has put in.
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Board of Education Approves 2021-2022 Calendar
Today the Montgomery County Board of Education approved a 2021-2022 traditional school year calendar.
5th Annual Montgomery County Girl Power Contest
The annual Women’s History Month Girl Power Contest is now open for submissions. Entrants are asked to write a 500 word or less essay on what advice they would give Kamala Harris, the country’s first female Vice President.
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Montgomery County Council Approves Three Game High School Football Season
Today the Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a new limited amendment to the health order that will allow the three game spring football season to move forward.
Montgomery County Council to Meet Friday to Reconsider Sports Plans
The Montgomery County Council will meet Friday at 1PM to vote on a new health order that would allow certain youth sports to resume. This includes football, which would be on a three game schedule, and cheerleading.
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Marc Elrich Unveils MoCo’s $6.0B Budget Recommendations
This week Marc Elrich released Montgomery County’s 2022 budget proposal, which includes the removal of School Resource Officers.