Montgomery Community Media

Graduation season is wrapping up for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). John F. Kennedy High School seniors in Silver Spring were grateful to have an in-person ceremony; the class of 2020 held virtual graduations due to COVID-19 precautions. As high schoolers graduating during a pandemic, these Kennedy seniors said they have learned some lessons from […]

In a unanimous vote Tuesday, the Montgomery County Board of Education accelerated the phase-in plan when it comes to in-person learning by combining Phases 2.1 and 2.2.  Now, grades 7 and 10 will phase in by April 19, joining grades 8, 9 and 11. Originally, grades 7 and 10 were scheduled to return by April […]

In a video message posted online, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) superintendent Jack Smith said he expects all students to remain in school and participate in the school’s daily educational program as intended. “If students do not comply with these expectations, they may be subjected to the regular disciplinary actions that align with whatever infraction […]

Teacher volunteers from Flora M. Singer Elementary School gave up part of their summer to create an active learning experience for kids in Silver Spring. It’s called the Singer Sea Turtles Summer Fun Camp and it takes place in the campers’ backyard. MCPS-TV reports.

The county’s first Family Resource Fair is set for July 18 at the Silver Spring Civic Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fair is focused on infants and toddlers where attendees can get free screening for developmental delays; workshops on toilet training, nutrition, and sleeping issues. Watch this County Report This Week video to find […]