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March 4, 2026
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Summer Employment Opening Soon for MCEA, SEIU Members
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Fiscal Year 2027 summer employment opportunities will be accessible to Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) and Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 500 members through MCPS Summer Employment Careers.
Interested employees should apply online at MCPS Careers and click on Summer Employment beginning Monday, March 16. Nonteaching opportunities can be found by selecting options available in the “Job Field” field.
See this chart for specific hiring dates based on the assignment or program.
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Celebrating the Heart of Our Schools: Support Staff Honorees
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MCPS and SEIU Local 500 launched the Support Services Excellence Award this year, honoring full-time supporting services employees who exemplify excellence, commitment and service to their schools and offices. These outstanding support professionals work in our schools, offices, bus depots, warehouses, production facilities and service centers.
Eligible employees must be full-time and have served at their current worksite for at least two years, and embody MCPS core values through their dedication and service to their school or office community.
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April 15 Reminder: Access Your Tax Forms
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April 15 will be here before you know it. If you have misplaced your 2025 IRS Form W-2 or 1095-C, you may download and print a duplicate via MCPS Hub+. Learn more.
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Lace Up for a Cause: Superintendent’s Shuffle Coming April 11
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Mark your calendars and lace up your sneakers! The first-ever Superintendent’s Shuffle is coming to Bohrer Park on Saturday, April 11.
Join us for a morning of community, movement and purpose as we support the MCPS Educational Foundation and its Dine with Dignity Campaign. Funds raised from this event will help us reach our $80,000 event goal — contributing to the campaign’s overall $500,000 effort to eliminate student meal debt.
Registration starts at $30 and includes a race bib, T-shirt and access to event-day activities. From a competitive 5K to a family-friendly fun run, there’s something for everyone.
More details, including exciting sponsorship announcements, are coming soon.
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Kindergarten, Prek and Head Start Now Enrolling
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For the 2026-2027 school year, registration for kindergarten, prekindergarten and Head Start are underway.
Kindergarten registration is being held online through the ParentVUE portal. Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2026 are eligible. If your family is new to MCPS, you will need to create a ParentVue account here. After creating an account, you will be prompted to register when you first log in. Registration sessions will be held in person beginning Monday, March 16.
Prekindergarten and Head Start registration is also happening online or in-person at community locations during March. Families may also visit the Prekindergarten/Head Start office at 4910 Macon Road in Rockville, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free prekindergarten is available to income-eligible families with children who will be 3 or 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2026.
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Leading with Excellence
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Every day, MCPS staff go above and beyond to help our school community thrive. Who stands out on your team? Who’s making a lasting impact? Join us in celebrating this week’s Unleashing Potential Award winners. See this week’s winners.
Read more great staff news:
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From Bhangra to Hula: Dancers at Albert Einstein High School are “traveling the world” through movement with teacher Hannah Kerr, who was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts for her project, “UNESCO Dances and Other Cultural Heritage Works.”
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Congratulations to the 2026 Maryland Financial Education & Capability Award winners! Shout out to Emma McClary, Andrea Speaks and the MCPS Elementary Social Studies Team for developing a districtwide Grade 3 financial literacy curriculum empowering students as confident decision-makers.
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Final Call: R.A.I.S.E. Champion of the Year Submissions Due March 6
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Nominations will close at noon Friday, March 6 for the Department of Athletics’ R.A.I.S.E. Champion of the Year Award. This honor is given to an individual who exemplifies the R.A.I.S.E. core values in a leadership role for the 2025–2026 school year. Nominate a champion today!
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Lunar New Year Banquet Raises More than $17,000 for Student Scholarships
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The League of Educators for Asian American Progress (LEAAP) raised more than $17,000 during its annual Lunar New Year scholarship banquet on Feb. 26. This money will fund scholarships for Asian Pacific American high school seniors interested in pursuing careers in education.
The celebration featured a performance by the Hung Ci Lion Dance Troupe, and remarks from Kyle Lao, a former LEAAP scholarship recipient and now an educator at Poolesville High School, who reflected on the importance of supporting future educators
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Transfer Season Underway,
Closes April 7
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p>The MCPS 2026-2027 Change of School Assignment (COSA) transfer season, which allows families to submit a request for their children to transfer out of their assigned home school, is underway. Transfer requests will be accepted through Tuesday, April 7.
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Take the Next Step: Explore Higher Ed Partnerships
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Ready to move your career forward? Take advantage of higher education partnership opportunities designed for teacher certification or licensure, ongoing professional growth, and career advancement. Discover your options and register through Professional Development Online (PDO).
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From Student Art to Real-Life Saves: Get CPR/AED Certified
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Last month, MCPS students were recognized during a special reception honoring the “Tree of Life: Every Beat Matters” AED Art Contest & Scholarship, hosted by Rescue One. See the winners.
Free CPR/AED and first aid training are available to all MCPS employees. In compliance with state requirements, all MCPS schools must have at least two full-time school employees (not health room employees) certified in first aid and CPR/AED through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or National Safety Council.
Trainings are offered throughout the year. Employees interested in becoming certified can contact Peter Park or visit the AED Program page.
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Learn How to Elevate Your Communication Skills and Build Stronger Teams
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Are you an MCPS supervisor, administrator or in another leadership role? Join the MCPS Employee Assistance Program for online supervisory training on Non-Defensive Communication with Employees at noon on Friday, March 20. Learn more and register on PDO (course #92918, section #143007).
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Reminders
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Service to Public Education Awards: The deadline for the Board of Education’s annual awards is Monday, March 9.
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Debt Relief: Workshops to learn more about financial assistance for student debt are happening five more times in March for SEIU Local 500 members. Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31.
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Live Theater: Explore the Fine Arts calendar and catch a show near you!
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Under Construction: Build Better Fitness Habits This Spring
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Join Well Aware for Work in Progress, this year’s spring physical activity challenge, which celebrates effort over perfection. After all, we are always under construction, no matter what our wellness journey looks like. Get your team ready or participate as an individual in this eight-week challenge to be held Monday, March 16 through Sunday, May 10.
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High School Students Needed as Election Workers; Earn Cash or SSL Hours
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Join Well Aware for Work in Progress, this year’s spring physical activity challenge, which celebrates effort over perfection. After all, we are always under construction, no matter what our wellness journey looks like. Get your team ready or participate as an individual in this eight-week challenge to be held Monday, March 16 through Sunday, May 10.
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Making Prom Possible for Every Student
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Attending prom is a big milestone for high school students and Montgomery County Recreation is working to make that dream a reality. The department is collecting new and gently used dresses, suits, dry-cleaned shirts, shoes, ties and accessories for its annual Prom Couture Closet giveaway event. Donations are being accepted through Saturday, March 21, at the Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center, 14906 Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville.
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From the News Page
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Recognizing MCPS’ Longest-Serving Staff: The district wrapped up its Black History Month celebrations by spotlighting the careers and legacies of Dorothea Fuller, Clayton “Fox” Lyles and Estelle Moore.
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Bringing History to Life: Burtonsville Elementary School came to life in a creative way as fifth grade students hosted the school’s first-ever Living Wax Museum in honor of Black History Month.
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Empowering Students to Save Lives: Highlights from the third annual Save A Student Summit
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