Local Group of MCPS Teachers Urging State of Maryland to Open A Mass Vaccine Site in MoCo
An advocacy group known as the Vaccine Hunters, comprised of eight Montgomery County Public School teachers, are encouraging residents to reach out to state and local officials to demand a mass vaccination site in the county.
MCPS Graduation Rate Increases for Class of 2020
Per MCPS:
Notes From the 2/23/21 Montgomery County Board of Education Meeting
Blair High School’s student newspaper, Silver Chips, has provided us with notes from the meeting to share with our readers (can follow Silver Chips on Twitter):
MCPS to Host Virtual Conversation on Return-to-School Plan
MCPS will host a virtual conversation for the community on the return-to-school plan, February 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Statement from the Board of Education and Superintendent Jack R. Smith on The MCEA Resolution on MCPS’ Return-to-School Plan
Yesterday the Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) took a vote of of no confidence in the MCPS reopening plan.
MoCo Board of Education Sends Letter to Gov. Hogan Urging Expedited COVID-19 Vaccine Dissemination
The Montgomery County Board of Education and Superintendent Jack Smith are urging Governor Larry Hogan to expedite and prioritize the dissemination of COVID-19 vaccines to Montgomery County.
MoCo Board of Education to Hold Public Hearing on Regarding SRO (School Resource Officer) Program
Per MCPS:
You can read the press statement made by MCEA (Montgomery County Education Association) on the Board of Education vote below:
“MCEA is deeply troubled by the irresponsible reopening plan approved Tuesday by the MCPS Board of Education. The administration’s presentation was riddled with misleading remarks leading to a host of unanswered questions. The plan fails to deliver on necessary safety measures for students and educators, and it siphons vital resources away from Black, Brown, and low-income students.
Former Congresswoman Connie Morella Turns 90
Montgomery County’s Connie Morella turns 90 years old on February 12th. Morella was well known for being a beloved Republican elected in a heavily Democratic district, often winning reelection with over 70% of the vote.
MCPL Black History Month Event Schedule
Montgomery County Public Libraries is celebrating Black History Month with special events throughout February.
MoCo Board of Education Approves “Plan for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction”
Today the Montgomery County Board of Education approved a plan and timeline for a safe return to in-person learning.