Rockville, Md. --The Montgomery County Board of Education and Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will host the annual Distinguished Service to Education Honors. This prestigious event recognizes the profound and lasting impact of individuals and organizations dedicated to enriching school communities and supporting the success of every student.

The awards ceremony highlights champions of public education across several categories, including community individuals, business groups, school staff, and volunteers whose leadership and commitment have significantly improved the educational landscape in Montgomery County.

What:
The Distinguished Service to Education Honors

When:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
6:30 p.m.

Where:
Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza
1 Veterans Pl.
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Who:

• Grace Rivera-Oven, President, Montgomery County Board of Education
• Dr. Thomas W. Taylor, Superintendent, Montgomery County Public School Leaders
• Association Leaders, Community Leaders and Education Advocates
• Award Recipients and Honorees

Members of the media interested in attending and obtaining interviews please contact: Liliana Lopez at 240-753-8492.