Evidentiary Hearings Booked For Legal Fight Against Wootton High School Relocation

A legal challenge over plans to move Wootton students to Crown High School heads to evidentiary hearings in early December.

MCPS Asks Families To Help Shape Future School Calendars

Montgomery County students, parents and residents can weigh in on calendar priorities for the next two school years through a new survey.

New MCPS Policies Take Effect This School Year

From cellphone policies to meal price adjustments, a few changes are coming to MCPS students this upcoming school year.

MCPS Schedules 6 Back-To-School Fairs Across MoCo

Six schools across Montgomery County will host back-to-school fairs on Aug. 22, days before the official start of the new academic year.

Montgomery County School Calendar For 2026-2027: Key Dates To Know

As the summer wraps up, here are the dates Montgomery County students and parents should know for the new school year.

2 MCPS Schools Rank Among The Most In Need Of Repairs: Report

Summit Hall Elementary School and Quince Orchard High School were listed among MCPS buildings most in need of repair.

MCPS Eyes Possible Elementary, Middle School Closures With New Boundary Study

After a tough redistricting for Montgomery County high schools, the school board is turning its attention to a new boundary study.

MCPS Boots Security Chief Amid Budget Cuts: Report

Marcus Jones was appointed as Montgomery County Public Schools' security chief after serving nearly 40 years as the county's police chief.

AAA Honors Montgomery County Student with Outstanding School Safety Patroller of the Year Award

Maryvale Elementary Student Recently Honored

Over 400 MCPS Jobs Cut After Board Adopts Budget

A total of 415 jobs within the Montgomery County Public School system will be cut after the school board approved its 2027 operating budget.

See How MCPS' Test Scores Compare Amid National Reading Decline

A new analysis is giving insight into how student performance changed after the pandemic. Here's how MCPS ranked against the nation.

Rockville HS Gets 'Dedicated' Officer As SRO Calls Grow

The Rockville City Police Department will be stationing a "dedicated" officer at Rockville High School.

School Board Makes Big Decisions Impacting MCPS

From calendar shifts to a revoked charter, decisions were made at Thursday's school board meeting. Patch explains what happened.

MCPS Eyes Earlier Start Times, Shorter Breaks For Students

Looking to the 2026-2027 school year, MCPS is weighing serious changes to meet new state guidelines. Here's what could be changing.

Big Changes In Store For MoCo Students

The Montgomery County Board of Education voted in favor of major boundary changes that will impact thousands of students.

MoCo Students Have A New Last Day Of School

Montgomery County Public Schools has announced the last day of instruction for students will now be June 18, shaving days off the calendar.

MCPS Makes Changes To School Calendar — Again

The Montgomery County Public School system is once again making changes to its 2025-2026 calendar. Here's what you need to know.

MCPS Announces Schedule Changes For Monday

The severe weather moving into the region has forced Montgomery County Public Schools to change how classes will operate on Monday.

Montgomery Co. Hosts Free Student Vaccination Clinics

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services will host free vaccination clinics for students during spring break.

MoCo Residents Turn Out For 'Save Wootton' Rally

Hundreds of residents turned out Monday to rally against efforts within the district to relocate Thomas S. Wootton High School.

MCPS Announces Tuesday Schedule After Snow Day

After a snowstorm forced Montgomery County Public Schools to make adjustments, one school remains in limbo as others resume operations.

MCPS Extends School Year After Snow Make-Up Day Backlash

Montgomery County Public Schools will extend the 2025-2026 school year by four days after a major snowstorm impacted the region in January.

Montgomery Co. Schools Share Plan To Make Up Snow Days

Montgomery County Public Schools announced plans to make up four instructional days after a major snowstorm kept schools closed for a week.

Montgomery County Schools Decide On Classes For Jan. 30

Schools across MD were forced to cancel classes this week due to a winter storm. See the status of Montgomery County schools for Jan. 30.

Montgomery Co. Schools Make Snow Decision For Jan. 28, 29

The weekend winter storm forced Montgomery County school officials to make schedule decisions for classes on Wednesday and Thursday.

Montgomery Co. Schools Change Schedule For Feb. 6

Montgomery County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Thursday, Feb. 6. Here's the latest.

Montgomery Co. Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 9

Montgomery County Public Schools have changed the schedule for Thursday, Jan. 9. Here's the latest.

Montgomery Co. Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 6

Montgomery County Public Schools have made a weather decision for Monday, Jan. 6, classes. Here's the latest.

Wootton HS Principal On Leave After Racist Slur Found On Desk: Reports

Montgomery County school officials also issued an apology following a public outcry over the district's response to a racist incident.

Racial Slur Written On Black Student's Desk At Wootton HS: Report

A racial slur written on the desk of a Black student at Wootton High School in Rockville​ has prompted renewed efforts to fight racism.

Teacher Spotlight: Matt Salzman 'Goes Above And Beyond'

Great teachers matter. In Montgomery County, we're fortunate to have teachers like Matt Salzman.

Teacher Spotlight: Claire Jenkins Makes A Difference In Rockville

Jenkins helps her students "find the joy in learning and all the time have fun doing so!"

Police Clear MoCo Schools After Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation

Both Albert Einstein High School and Wootton High School were targeted by bomb threats on Tuesday, police said.

Ex-MOCO Schools Head McKnight Paid $1.3M To Leave District: Reports

A $1.3M payout will be made to former MOCO Schools Superintendent Monifa McKnight, who resigned and agreed not to sue the district.

Board Of Education Appoints Monique Felder As Interim Superintendent

After the departure of MCPS Superintendent Monifa McKnight, the school board appointed Monique Felder as McKnight's interim replacement.

Council President To Address Why 'Bad Actors' At MCPS Were Not Stopped

Council President Andrew Friedson said the issues facing MCPS are not only about former Superintendent McKnight, but go back many years.

MCPS Sexual Misconduct Report Too Heavily Redacted, MoCo Officials Say

Officials want MCPS to submit a less redacted version of an investigative report into sexual misconduct, according to reports.

School Officials Trying To 'Scapegoat' Superintendent McKnight: NAACP

The Montgomery County branch of the NAACP is expressing its support for Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Monifa McKnight.

Montgomery County Schools Change Schedule Ahead Of Friday Snow

Montgomery County Public Schools have made a schedule change since snow is expected to fall much of Friday.

Montgomery County Schools Update Wednesday Schedule Because Of Snow

Montgomery County Public Schools have updated the schedule for Wednesday, Jan. 17, in the aftermath of the snowstorm.