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March 13, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Executive Ike Leggett Visits Seven Locks Elementary School (VIDEO)

This week, Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett visited Seven Locks Elementary School. The executive was invited as a guest speaker to impart some civic lessons about what he does in county government and also to talk about some of his life experiences. He even signed some autographs. Take a look: Visit our PEG partner County […]

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March 12, 2015 | Staff Writer

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Regional Competition Highlights the Trades (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Public School students recently participated in the regional SkillsUSA Competition with students from Prince George’s County held in Silver Spring. MCPS-TV has the story. Visit our PEG partner MCPS TV to view more of its local programming.

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March 11, 2015 | Aline Barros

Rockville Program To Award Free Bikes to Kids

Who said doing “good” does not get you a free bike? The terrific bikes program- a partnership between the City of Rockville, Bikes for the World and The Rockville Bike Hub- award free bikes to kids who do good deeds. According to a press release, the program is open to students in Rockville public or […]

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March 6, 2015 | Aline Barros

After “I, Too, Am BCC,” Students Plan to Produce “I, Too, Am MCPS” (VIDEO)

To highlight a pattern of racial stereotyping, Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School Students released a video called “I, Too, Am B-CC.” The students also plan to produce “I, Too, Am MCPS.” “They shared things that I was sort of shocked to hear. Things they seem to think as normal to me seemed the opposite,” said Sarah […]

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March 3, 2015 | Aline Barros

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Montgomery College To Host An Information Session for Immigrants and Adult Students

Montgomery College Rockville Campus is scheduled to host an event on March 5 to share information about college services for immigrants and adult learners. This special session is cosponsored by the Parent Academy-Montgomery County Public Schools. During this meeting, potential students will meet with Montgomery College’s staff, faculty, students and alumni. They will also learn more about: […]

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March 3, 2015 | Staff Writer

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Universities at Shady Grove Strives to Build Collaborations (VIDEO)

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Stewart Edelstein, executive director of the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) talks about the importance of collaboration. USG recently hosted a networking event of county farmers and chefs. The purpose of the event was to identify business opportunities and challenges to local farmers, restaurants and students in the hospitality program […]

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February 27, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Selma Screening (VIDEO)

Some 8th grade students recently attended a screening of the movie, Selma. MCPS-TV reports. Visit our PEG partner MCPS TV to view more of its local programming.

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February 27, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Chef and Farmers’ Summit at Universities at Shady Grove (VIDEO)

Montgomery County farmers and chefs recently connected at a networking event at the Universities at Shady Grove. They talked about business opportunities and challenges and then prepared lunch alongside each other. MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke reports. Organizers said they plan to hold more summits like this one in the future.   Related:

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February 23, 2015 | Sonya Burke

MCPS Announces Two Hour Delay

Montgomery County Public Schools are operating on a two-hour delay because of emergency weather conditions. Bus service will be provided on a two-hour-delayed schedule. Morning prekindergarten, morning half-day Head Start, other morning half-day programs and field trips are canceled. Other activities and programs that begin at 10:30 a.m. or earlier are canceled. Administrative offices are […]

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February 20, 2015 | Krista Brick

Bus Rider or Walker: Students Should Take Frostbite Precautions

Baby it’s not just cold outside, it’s dangerous. Today’s a day to take dressing for the weather seriously. The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service offered the following frostbite precautions for kids: Dress children warmly. Several thin layers will help keep children dry as well as warm. Clothing should consist of thermal long johns, turtlenecks, […]

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