Things to Know
May 28, 2026
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A Crowning Achievement |
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Class of 2026 — you made it! Families, teachers and staff across MCPS are incredibly proud of the accomplishments of our thousands of graduating seniors. MCPS is kicking off its 2026 commencement season today with ceremonies for Damascus, Seneca Valley and Sherwood, which will be followed by Quince Orchard, Thomas S. Wootton and Blair G. Ewing tomorrow. They will continue through Friday, June 12.
Together with our families and the entire Team MCPS community, we proudly celebrate the hard work, resilience and accomplishments of the Class of 2026. Your moment has arrived — we applaud and celebrate you! See the photos.
Graduation Information
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Save Your Graduate's MCPS Google Data Before It's Deleted |
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As your 12th grader prepares to graduate, be aware that their MCPS Google Workspace account will become inactive before the first day of the 2026–2027 school year. After that date, students will permanently lose access to their school Gmail and all files stored on Google Drive. To preserve their academic work, projects and memories, ensure your student exports their data using Google Takeout before the end of the school year.
How Students Can Save Their Data:
- Visit the Google Takeout page while logged into their MCPS account.
- Select the products they want to download (such as Drive, Gmail and Calendar).
- Click "Next step."
- Choose "Send download link via email" as the delivery method.
- Click "Create export" to start the archive process.
Important Note: The export process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several days depending on file sizes. Google will email a link to download the archive as soon as it is ready.
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Now You Know — Updated ParentVUE & StudentVUE Apps |
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Are you currently using the ParentVUE or StudentVUE apps? If so, you already know that these are powerful apps — that are now even better after a recent update. The updates make it easier to quickly check grades, assignments, attendance, class schedules and school messages. There are also helpful new features, such as customizable push notifications, personalized settings and improved language options. Be sure to visit the App Store or Google Play to download or update your ParentVUE or StudentVUE app today!
Watch in English | Spanish | French | Chinese | Vietnamese | Amharic | Korean | Portuguese
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Board Takes No Action on Policy JEF (Open Lunch Policy) |
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During its business meeting on May 21, the Board of Education debated proposed changes to Policy JEF (Open Lunch Policy). The Board considered a recommendation from the Policy Management Committee to rescind the policy and leave open lunch oversight to the discretion of the superintendent. However, the motion to send the proposal out for public comment failed to pass. A subsequent motion to return the policy to the committee for language revisions also failed. As a result, the Board took no action, and the policy remains unchanged.
What this means for families:
- No Changes to Lunch Practices: Open lunch practices at all schools remain exactly as they are right now.
- No Public Comment Period: The policy is not entering a public comment period.
- Status Quo Remains: Policy JEF remains on the books as written.
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Board of Education Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacancy on Ethics Panel |
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The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its five-member Ethics Panel. The appointment is for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026. Applicants must submit a letter of interest and resumé or other supporting documentation by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 12. The appointment is scheduled to be made during the June 25, 2026, Board of Education meeting. Learn more
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Families Invited to Learn About Coming Math Changes |
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MCPS is moving to a new instructional model focused on building a stronger mathematical foundation and developing confident mathematical thinkers.
Beginning next year, MCPS will implement a cluster model for mathematics instruction. Cluster grouping is designed to allow students to move into advanced learning opportunities as they become ready. Classes will be organized to reduce the broad range of instructional levels within a classroom, which will make it more manageable for teachers to plan instruction effectively, differentiate learning experiences, and provide timely support and enrichment for students.
This model will begin in 2026-2027 for Grade 4 students only, with additional grade levels the following year. If your child is a rising fourth grader, your school will be in touch soon to share details. MCPS will also host community meetings for families to learn more. All meetings are from 7-8:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 2, virtual, Zoom link
- Tuesday, June 9, Silver Creek Middle School, 3701 Saul Road, Kensington
- Tuesday, June 16, virtual, Zoom link
Mathematics
FAQs
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You Have Questions; We Have Answers! |
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Just Ask MCPS! MCPS welcomes your questions and participation! You can get answers to your questions 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in any language. Ask our chatbot a question in any language. You can also call or email schools and offices in any language. If you don’t receive a satisfactory answer, call AskMCPS at 240-740-3000 or for Spanish, 240-740-2845. Or, send an email to AskMCPS@mcpsmd.org. Staff will respond between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This website also includes frequently asked questions and a list of most requested numbers.
We are here to help and make sure your questions are answered. So, just ask MCPS!
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Reminders |
- Living Heritage: The Pulse of Culture: As part of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, this Board of Education special highlights how music, dance and tradition continue to connect generations across Montgomery County. Viewers will experience the beauty and meaning behind Indian Kuchipudi dance, Hawaiian hula and Chinese lion dance, art forms that preserve history, strengthen community and keep cultural identity alive. Watch the episode.
- Booked for the Summer: This MCPS digital guide to navigating the summer months provides information on academic programs, community fun, summer meals and mental health resources to keep kids ready and healthy for the fall.
- My Future Fairs: Families of Grade 7 students are invited to attend information sessions to learn more about high school options. Beginning in fall 2027, MCPS will launch a new Regional High School Model, expanding access to specialized programs across the county. Students may choose to apply to regional programs based on their interests. For more information, visit the High School Regional Programs webpage. Find a session near you.
- Job Interview Day: Will be held Thursday, June 25, Bethesda Marriott, 5151 Pooks Hill Road in Bethesda, time to be determined. Information will be released soon through the College and Career Navigators and school counseling departments. Graduated seniors who registered for the original event will be invited to attend the event via their personal email addresses.
- Raptor Ready Scholarships: Montgomery College is providing $1,000 tuition scholarships to residents who are spring 2026 graduates from a Montgomery County high school and are taking at least six MC credit hours this fall. The scholarships must be applied to fall 2026 tuition and fees. Applications are due Monday, Aug. 3.
- Montgomery History Art Exhibit: As part of the county’s 250th anniversary on Sept. 6, student artists (8th grade through high school) are invited to submit work to “MoCo at 250: Then and Now.” Deadline: Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026.
- Special Ed Parent Survey: The Maryland State Department of Education is asking parents/guardians of students receiving special education services in Montgomery County to complete the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey, which will help guide its efforts to improve special education. Complete the survey by Friday, June 5.
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KID Museum's 'Invent the Future Expo' Hits Bethesda on May 31 |
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The KID Museum in Bethesda will celebrate innovation, science and hands-on learning at its Invent the Future Expo from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday, May 31. This free event will feature robotics, hands-on crafts, virtual reality, sustainability exhibits and interactive technology demonstrations for families and students of all ages. KID Museum is located at 3 Bethesda Metro Center, adjacent to the Bethesda Metro station.
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The Latest from the News Page |
- Cornerstone Ceremony Marks Completion of Student-Built House: MCPS students, along with partner leaders in the building and real estate fields, have built their 44th house. It will soon be on the market.
- Meet the 2026 Counselors of the Year: This year’s winners are Laurenne Moreland of Bethesda Elementary School; Latisha Nelson of Lakelands Park Middle School, and Stephanie Powell of Wheaton High School.
- Reaching for the Stars: Wood Acres Elementary School students are reaching for the stars through a one-of-a-kind astronomy program powered by parent volunteers, hands-on learning and a decades-long tradition of exploration.
- Using Creativity to Lead Change: Wheaton Woods Elementary School recently transformed into a vibrant gallery of self-expression for its inaugural Celebration of Arts, Culture & Creativity, “Our Art, Our Voices.”
- A Special School Visit: At 97 years old, Jane Pyle Harriss visited Thomas W. Pyle Middle School for the very first time. During her visit, she shared memories of her father, Thomas W. Pyle, and even joked about enrolling as a student.
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