RSVP to Attend State of the Schools Address Nov. 11

Silver Spring area parents can reserve a seat for the superintendent's overview of Montgomery County schools.

Silver Spring Drivers: Fines Could Double for Passing Stopped School Bus

More than 700 drivers have been ticketed since cameras were installed on 25 Montgomery County school buses this year.

Achievement Gap Focus of Oct. 14 Candidate Forum

The forum for candidates running for the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education will be held in Silver Spring.

Join the National Women's History Museum & The George Washington University on Oct. 22 for "New Beginnings: Immigrant Women and the American Experience"

This discussion will explore the historical experiences of immigrant women in the U.S., and the unique challenges they have faced.

SPAGHETTI DINNER - ST. JEROME'S ACADEMY CAFETERIA

SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER - - St. Jerome's Academy Cafeteria - Saturday, October 25 - 5:00 p.m. in Hyattsville

The Universities at Shady Grove's Fall 2014 Open House Will Showcase Nine Universities and 80+ Degree Programs

Open House on Saturday, October 25, from 9 a.m.-noon

Broad Acres Elementary Switches Name to Honor Principal

On Oct. 1 the school changes its name to JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres to honor a former principal.

Football Players Burned by Misused Disinfectants

Football players at Springbrook High School were injured by a cleaner; one teen will miss the season.

Board of Education Candidates Forum Oct. 5

Start School Later hosts forum on student health and safety concerns

#PassItOn Campaign Educates Drivers About School Bus Laws

Montgomery County agencies will tweet links to videos this week to remind drivers about when they can and can't pass stopped school buses.

60 Latino Students Receive College Scholarships

The Montgomery County gala held at The Fillmore club raised more than $100,000 in college scholarships.

18 School Districts Across the State Kickoff the Maryland Breakfast Challenge

On Friday, Sept. 19, schools across the state will host kickoff events to launch the 2014 Maryland Breakfast Challenge.

Food Truck Rally and School Supply Drive Offer $500 Raffle Prize

The upcoming Montgomery County event will also feature live music and a sidewalk sale.

MoCo Schools Given More Time to Immunize Students

Montgomery County Schools have sought more time from the state to ensure nearly 500 students are vaccinated.

Oculus CEO's $31M Gift to UMD Is Largest in University History

Brendan Iribe, a Maryland native who made a fortune selling his company to Facebook, is financing a computer science building on campus.

Newest Whooping Cough Case Reported at Gaithersburg School

More than 1,000 Montgomery County school students don't have state-required vaccinations. Clinics will likely be held next week.

County to Hold Free Vaccination Clinics in 9 MCPS Schools

Seventh-graders in Montgomery County are required to have vaccines for whooping cough in order to attend school.

Whooping Cough Cases Increase in Montgomery County Schools

Officials now say 15 students in public schools have been treated for the contagious respiratory disease. The newest case is in Bethesda.

MoCo Student Has a Chance to Win $25K

Eighth-grader Katherine Wu from Takoma Park Middle School is a finalist in a national science challenge.

Google Surprises D.C. Area Teachers with $232,000 in School Supplies

Google announced Thursday plans to fully fund the classroom needs of every Greater Washington, D.C. area teacher through DonorsChoose.org.

Maryland Teacher on Leave for Mental Health, Not Novels

Police are reportedly investigating the Eastern Shore educator for reasons other than school shooting literature.

Thousands Without Vaccines Required to Start School

Montgomery County families must show proof that their seventh-graders have been vaccinated or they will be kept out of school.

Middle School Educator Named State Finalist for Teacher of the Year

Jane Lindsay teaches eighth grade at John Poole Middle School in Poolesville.

Students at Four MoCo Schools Exposed to Whooping Cough

Twelve Montgomery students have become ill with the contagious respiratory disease. All the kids attended a science camp in Pennsylvania.

MoCo Board of Education Seeks Public Comment on Revisions to Student Discipline

The Policy JGA, Student Discipline has been updated to align with new state regulations.

Head of Seneca Academy Visits School in India

Dr. Brooke Carroll is establishing a system for Darnestown teachers and students to work with peers in India.

Rockville Teen Killed in Ohio Plane Crash

Abraham Pishevar II, a graduate of Georgetown Preparatory School and a freshman at Case Western Reserve University, died in Ohio Monday.

MoCo Students, Staff Share #mcpsfirstday Highlights

Students were welcomed back to the classroom by administrators and staff Monday in the Montgomery County Public Schools.

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Gaithersburg Book Festival Launches 5th Annual Short Story Contest

High school students have a chance to win $100. Find full details for the contest here.

MoCo Schools Superintendent Does ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

Who did Joshua Starr tag after completing the ice bucket challenge?

Silver Spring Teacher Participates in Research Fellowship

The program emphasizes research experience to enhance learning in the classroom.

ICYMI: Maryland Sales Tax-Free Week 2014 Under Way

The state's sales tax holiday is great for back-to-school essentials and ends soon. Check our link to find what is tax free and what is not.

Should Maryland Schools Wait Until After Labor Day to Start?

A petition drive is planned to push for a mandate that Maryland public schools wait until after Labor Day to start back to school.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

Maryland Sales Tax-Free Week 2014 Starts Sunday

The state's sales tax holiday is great for back-to-school essentials. Check our link to find what is tax free and what is not.

MoCo Student Wins Prize in National Essay Contest

What did Poolesville High School senior Mahya Bigdeli win in the Go for Broke High School and College Student Essay Contest?

Westfield Montgomery Mall Celebrates Tax-Free Shopping Week

In addition to Tax-Free Week, the mall will host contests, giveaways and personal styling.

How do Maryland Schools Rank Against Other States?

A new study by WalletHub ranks Maryland lower than studies in the past.

Back to School: 2014-15 Calendar in Montgomery County

You already know school starts Aug. 25. So, when is the last day (and all the breaks in between)?