The Board of Education is hosting a ​communication and stakeholder engagement committee meeting.

WATCH: mcpsmd.info/3yoehjQ

AGENDA: mcpsmd.info/BoE052124

Smiles, beautiful dresses and sharp tuxedos✨👗🕺🏻 📸

Gaithersburg High School held a wonderful prom for special education students. It was truly an unforgettable event.

❗❗SSL OPPORTUNITY ❗❗

Students in grades 6-12 are invited to attend a webinar TODAY at 6 p.m. to understand, prevent and stand up to anti-Asian hate.

Learn more: mcpsmd.info/3UNETCp

Nearly 300 students were recognized for completing the Dual Enrollment Program at this year's ceremony. Congratulations to all!
Read more: montgomeryschoolsmd.org/news/mcps-news…

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month by learning how Jewish history is taught in MCPS! Register for the Zoom event on May 23: mcpsmd.info/3KqeHJz.

Do you know a parent ready to help their child take the big step into Kindergarten? Registration is now open: mcpsmd.info/448CypR.

After May 31, SSL forms will no longer be accepted for service completed during the 2023–2024 school year or the summer prior.

🚨Upcoming Parent Academy TO GO presentation 🚨

On Tuesday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., middle and high school students will learn about the dangers of opioids and how to use Narcan.

Learn more: mcpsmd.info/4arTitI

The Hispanic Alliance for Education celebrated 28 Latinx students for their outstanding academic achievements, community involvement and leadership.

In this week's 'Things to Know' message, you’ll find information about:
- Students who are awarded more than $2.3 million in scholarships
- The Attendance Works program at Bel Pre elementary
- The deadline for SSL hours
+ More

Read all about it: mcpsmd.info/3WFq7Al

Celebrate Pride Community Day at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School on June 1.

This family-friendly event will feature a talent show, games and a DJ. You'll also hear from the keynote speaker, Hill Werth, an internationally recognized trans-non-binary artist.

The Board of Education is hosting a ​​Policy Management Committee Meeting at 3 p.m.

WATCH: mcpsmd.info/3K5ObVw

AGENDA: mcpsmd.info/4bCAqt9

Do you know any graduating high school seniors who have not completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

Students can check out these additional resources: mcpsmd.info/3yn24fl.

💥 Two student POWERHOUSES 💥

Richard Montgomery High School's Angelina Xu and Maximilian P. Belyantsev have been named this year's U.S. Presidential Scholars: mcpsmd.info/3wxUONf.

❗❗ THIS WEEKEND ❗❗

Clear your schedule for the Newcomer Resources and Services Fair at Takoma Park Middle School on May 18. Families will have FREE access to:

✅ Immigration attorneys
✅ Insightful classes
✅ Fantastic resources

What MCPS schools are now Maryland Green Schools 👀🌿 !?

Read to find out: mcpsmd.info/3WY4agb

Way to go!! 22 MCPS students from eight high schools have been awarded National Merit $2,500 scholarships 👏👏👏

These students were selected from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists: mcpsmd.info/4bCwAA8

❗❗ This Saturday ❗❗

Get ready for the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 18! You'll meet your favorite authors, uncover new reads and immerse yourself in everything storytelling.

Safety Day was a hit! Families got to learn about traffic safety in the most fun and festive way possible while enjoying activities and free giveaways and prizes🚦🚸

Families learned a lot at the Special Education Resource Fair this weekend! The event included workshops and fun activities.

Thank you to all the organizations that came together to make this event possible.

Renay Johnson