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August 21, 2015 | Aline Barros

The Search for the Next MCPS Superintendent to Continue This Fall

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is scheduled to relaunch its search for a new superintendent in the fall. MCPS Spokesperson Dana Tofig said school officials “anticipate” having a new person to lead Montgomery County’s school system by July 2016. In May, Andrew Houlihan, the chief academic officer of the Houston Independent School District, was the “preferred candidate” to […]

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July 7, 2015 | Krista Brick

MCPS Workgroup to Look at New School Designs

A new workgroup is taking a look at how Montgomery County school system designs its future schools. The group is looking at the size, scope and shape of schools that can be built in Montgomery County, including whether schools can be built taller here or in former commercial buildings. James Song, director of facilities for Montgomery County […]

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May 14, 2015 | Krista Brick

Houston School Official Likely New MCPS Superintendent

UPDATED, May 15, 11:30 a.m. – Andrew Houlihan, the chief academic officer of the Houston Independent School District, who is the “preferred candidate” to replace Dr. Joshua Starr as Montgomery County Schools superintendent met with Council President George Leventhal Friday. Just had a very positive discussion with Drew Houlihan, the leading candidate for MCPS superintendent. — George […]

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April 27, 2015 | Krista Brick

MCPS Increases School Activities Fee

Montgomery County Public Schools students will have to pay a bit more to be involved in extracurricular activities next school year. The School Board voted unanimously on Monday to up the Extracurricular Activity Fee from $30 per year to $32.50. The increase will generate about $30,000 for the school system. Students who pay the annual […]

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