Things to Know
July 02, 2026
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Stars, Stripes and Student Voices |
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As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and look ahead to Independence Day, take a moment to explore the MCPS Celebrates Many Voices, One Nation, an eBook commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States, and showcasing the creativity and perspectives of MCPS students. Through song, poetry, drawings and dance, students honor the voices, experiences and communities that have helped shape our country. View the eBook and celebrate the talents of our students.
Then, continue the celebration this weekend with Independence Day events around Montgomery County, featuring fireworks, live music and family-friendly activities. Learn more here and here.
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Booked for the Summer: Flex Those Math Muscles |
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Booked for the Summer is your go-to guide to making the most of summer break! Packed with fun activities, learning opportunities and family resources, it’s designed to keep kids’ minds active and bodies moving before school starts in just a few short weeks.
This week’s featured stop: math! Elementary students can sharpen their math skills with brain-teasing puzzles and get a sneak peak at next year’s learning. Middle and high school students can work on their critical thinking and problem solving skills with an IXL skills plan or working through a curriculum packet.
Ready to get started? Read more.
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New SMOB to be Installed on July 6 |
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Tune in to watch the installation of the new Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB), Leul Dawit, at 4 p.m. on Monday, July 6. The Board will formally install Dawit, a senior at Northwood High School, as the 49th SMOB for the 2026–2027 school year. He succeeds outgoing SMOB Anuva Maloo, a Montgomery Blair High School graduate. The Board will also recognize Maloo’s outstanding contributions and leadership at the ceremony.
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MCPS Needs Bus Drivers! |
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MCPS is hosting a job fair for bus drivers from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. on Friday, July 17. The fair will be held at the Shady Grove Transportation Depot, 16651 Crabbs Branch Way in Rockville. Interested candidates are asked to scan the QR code on the flyer and create or update a profile on the MCPS Careers website. For more information, call 240-740-6080 or send an email. Learn more.
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Join the Team and Get in the Game This Fall! |
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Registration for fall sports high school tryouts opens on ParentVue at noon on Monday, July 13. Fall athletic teams may begin tryouts on Wednesday, Aug. 12. If students are registered for summer conditioning, they must still register for their fall sport to be eligible to participate. Contact your coach at your local school for specific information.
Need more information? Contact your school’s athletic director for details about registration, eligibility requirements, tryouts and important dates.
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Reminders |
- Summer School: MCPS is looking forward to seeing those of you who registered for the first session of high school summer school and the Ignite Middle School Academy, which start on July 7.
- Free Summer Meals: The MCPS Summer Food Service Program provides meals at no cost to children 18 years of age and under, and to people with disabilities who are over 18 years old. Find a site near you.
- Student Service Learning Hours: Summer is the perfect time to earn hours. July opportunities are here!
- Raptor Ready Scholarships: Montgomery College (MC) is providing $1,000 tuition scholarships to 2026 Montgomery County high school graduates who 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.
- Eight Weeks Until School: Students entering new school levels or buildings are invited to attend Student Transition Day for the 2026–2027 school year on Monday, Aug. 24. The first day of school for all students is Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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