So. Md Education News

News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
Parents and guardians of children who receive special education services in Maryland recently received a copy of the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey in the mail from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). By completing the survey, parents and guardians can share how their children’s school can better partner with them. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) today announces several administrative changes that will take affect for the 2024-2025 school year. All changes are effective July 1. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Three Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students were recently named 2024 Carson Scholars. The Carson Scholars program recognizes students for high achievement, humanitarian qualities and community service. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) held its eighth annual History, Industry, Technology and Science (HITS) Expo on Saturday, March 9, at St. Charles High School. The Expo included an array of student science and history fair projects on display for judging. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Board of Education of Charles County and Superintendent of Schools Maria Navarro, Ed.D., honored several Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees on March 14 for their years of service to the school system and commitment to education during a ceremony held at North Point High School. Honored were employees with careers that span a period of 45, 45, 40, 35, 30 and 25 years. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) 2024 spring break is Monday, March 25, through Monday, April 1. Schools reopen Tuesday, April 2. CCPS administrative offices are closed Thursday, March 28 through Monday, April 1. CCPS administrative offices will be open March 25-27. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Board of Education of Charles County is holding a 4:30 p.m. work session on Monday, March 18. Due to a schedule conflict, the Board will now meet virtually for the work session. The meeting will stream live on the CCPS website at www.ccboe.com, and on Comcast Channel 96/Verizon FiOS Channel 12. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) today announces the administrative appointment of Michael Blanchard, Psy.D., as the new Director of Student Services. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
During its March 12 meeting, the Board of Education honored eight Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff members for their dedication to students and a commitment to teaching and learning. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Board of Education at its March 12 meeting honored eight Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students for their commitment to academic achievement, personal responsibility and career readiness. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) held its annual History, Industry, Technology and Science (HITS) Expo earlier this month at St. Charles High School. The Expo included student history fair projects on display for judging. The awards were given in several categories including historical paper, group performance, individual documentary, group documentary, individual website, group website, individual exhibit and group exhibit. Some projects earned special awards as well. Charles County...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) today announces the administrative appointment of a new principal. The Board of Education of Charles County at its March 12 meeting approved the appointment of Hughes Valmond, a current elementary school principal in South Bend, Ind., to serve as principal at J.C. Parks Elementary School. Valmond’s appointment is effective May 1. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to...
The Board of Education of Charles County is holding a 4:30 p.m. work session on Monday, March 18, in the boardroom at the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The Starkey building is located at 5980 Radio Station Road in La Plata. The meeting will stream live on the CCPS website at www.ccboe.com. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) announces the results of the 2024-2025 Student Member of the Board of Education primary election results. Four candidates were in the running for the position, which covers the 2024-2025 school year. Students in Grades 6-12 were eligible to vote in the primary election and will be asked to vote again the general election. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the...
Supreme Court of Maryland Hears Oral Arguments at St. Mary's College Chuck Steenburgh March 07, 2024 - 11:53 am March 07, 2024 The Supreme Court of Maryland heard oral arguments in the auditorium of the Nancy R. & Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center on the campus of St. Mary's College of Maryland on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. This marked only the second time in recent history that Maryland's highest court held oral arguments outside the City of Annapolis. Several hundred students, both...
ACT-SO — the NAACP’s Afro-Academic, Culture, Technological and Scientific Olympics — is an achievement program open to high school students of African American descent who are in Grades 9 to 12. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
Original screen prints of Professor of Art Sue Johnson in exhibition through April Lee Capristo March 06, 2024 - 12:26 pm March 06, 2024 Sue Johnson, professor of art, will exhibit large-scale screen-prints in Mesh, a national juried exhibition at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center in Hyattsville, Maryland. The exhibition will be on view from March 16 - April 28, with an opening reception on Friday, March 15, 6-8 p.m. Johnson's works are from Subliminality, a series of 7-foot-tall prints on...
The Maryland State Education Association (MSEA) is set to visit Charles County Public Schools (CCPS), Friday, March 8, in honor of Read Across America Month. Representatives from MSEA are set to visit Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School to donate books for the school’s use purchased through a grant by the National Education Association (NEA). Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Board of Education’s next regular meeting is 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12. The Board will meet in person at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The Starkey Building is located at 5980 Radio Station Road in La Plata. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
The Blue Crab Destination Imagination Tournament last month challenged Charles County students to work together in applying creativity, critical thinking skills and their unique talents to solve one of six challenges in a long-term academic contest. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to the Source Document
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