Students Can Now Carry Narcan at School
Students are now allowed to carry Narcan in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). MCPS, health and safety officials announced Monday that students can carry Narcan in schools under new guidance,… Read More
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Council Committee Recommends Reducing MCPS Funding Request
Last week, a county council committee moved to reduce some requested funding for Montgomery County Public Schools’ (MCPS) operating budget. On Monday, Council President Evan Glass said the full council… Read More
‘Over One Incident a Day on Average’: Advocates Speak to Hate, Bias in Schools
This year alone, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are averaging more than one hate or bias incident per day — a rate tripled from past years — according to MCPS… Read More
MCPS Announces New Steps to Combat ‘Unacceptable Actions’ of Hate
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will take new steps in response to increased hate and bias incidents in schools. One new action includes revising fourth and fifth grade curriculums to… Read More
MCPS Superintendent to Address Community, Announce Actions in Response to Hate Incidents
Hate and bias incidents in schools have grown significantly in recent months, according to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At 4 p.m. Thursday, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected… Read More
Superintendente de MCPS se Dirigirá a la Comunidad en Respuesta a Incidentes de Odio
Los incidentes de odio y prejuicio en las escuelas han aumentado significativamente en los últimos meses, según las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery (MCPS). A las 4 pm. el… Read More
‘More Deliberate Policy’ Needed, Elrich Says Ahead of MCPS Actions on Hate Incidents
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected to announce districtwide actions in response to increased hate incidents in an address Thursday. On Wednesday, County Executive Marc… Read More
MCPS Teacher of the Year Thrilled to be ‘Recognized For Doing What I Love’
On Monday, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) named Shannon McKenzie as Teacher of the Year. McKenzie, a child development teacher at Clarksburg High School, was awarded during a ceremony at… Read More
MCPS Names Clarksburg High School Educator as Teacher of the Year
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) named its Teacher of the Year. Shannon McKenzie, child development teacher at Clarksburg High School, won the title during a ceremony Monday night at BlackRock… Read More
County Schools’ Budget Could Get Big Boost from the State
The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future could add $3.8 billion dollars to local school systems budgets every year for the next 10 years. All local school systems, including Montgomery County, submitted their… Read More
Gaithersburg High School Showcases Programs Including Automotive Tech, Child Development
“CTE Month” is recognized every February to highlight Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) offers such programs, which provide technical skill education and career-related experiences.… Read More
Second Fentanyl Forum Draws Students, Families to Northwood High School
As school officials remain concerned about fentanyl overdoses among youth, a second forum for families was held Saturday at Northwood High School. According to data previously shared by Montgomery County Public… Read More