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SMCM St. Mary’s College student Ward ’19 Presents at Virginia Commonwealth University Politics and Government Student Research Conference

St. Mary’s College student Ward ’19 Presents at Virginia Commonwealth University Politics and Government Student Research Conference Michael Bruckler May 17, 2019 - 11:58 am May 17, 2019 St. Mary’s College student Jada Ward ’19 presented at the 13th Annual Virginia Commonwealth University Politics and Government Student Research Conference held in April. Her paper, “Understanding Race & Ethnicity in America: The Census’ Role in Shaping Identity,” uses the Census Bureau’s census and...

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Charles Co. Board of Education to host May 20 work session

The Board of Education of Charles County is holding a 6 p.m. work session on Monday, May 20 in the boardroom at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The work session will be televised live on the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) website, ccboe.com, and broadcast on Comcast Channel 96/Verizon FiOS Channel 12. The following is an agenda and is subject to change. Executive session may be closed to the public as permitted by State Government Article 10-508 (a). Executive session –...

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Charles Co. Berry second grader is a national champion for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Samerya Montgomery, a Berry Elementary School second grader, is a national champion for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. This month, her photo and story are featured on boxes of Cheerios sold at Costco. A Berry Elementary School second grader is a champion. That’s what ambassadors for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals) are called. “As a champion, I get to do a lot of different things,” said Samerya Montgomery. That is an understatement. Samerya has been...

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CSM Excitement Builds As CSM’s 60th Spring Graduation Nears; Two Ceremonies Will Celebrate 522 Students

2018-2019 Student Government Association (SGA) President and Prince Frederick Campus Student Association President Stephanie Arnone, of Chesapeake Beach and seen here at the Harry Potter-themed SGA awards banquet, will earn her associate’s degree in arts and sciences. The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is readying to celebrate 522 candidates for 546 associate degrees and 244 certificates during its 60th spring commencements to be held May 17 at the La Plata Campus. The student speaker...

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CSM June Arrives With Kids’ & Teen College, Brick Dedication Ceremony and Code Green Fridays at CSM

CSM Observes Code Green Fridays. May 24-Aug. 9, College of Southern Maryland (CSM), all campuses. In an effort to decrease energy costs during the summer months, CSM will be running a Code Green initiative starting May 24 and continuing each Friday through Aug. 9. During Code Green days, most CSM buildings and services will close at 1:30 p.m. on Fridays and remain closed throughout the weekend. Code Green does not affect the St. Charles’ Children’s Learning Center, CSM Kids’ & Teen College...

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Charles Co. System launches survey to gather parental input about schools

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is seeking feedback from parents about the school system and its 36 schools. A confidential Schools Making a Difference, also known as SMAD, survey was launched today to gather parental input about schools. The survey is posted on the CCPS website, ccboe.com, under the What’s New section of the main homepage. The survey is available until June 12 and can also be accessed directly here. A Spanish version is posted under What’s New and can be accessed...

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CSM Area Lacrosse Players Invited to a Day of Play and Tours at CSM June 15

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) athletic program is seeking men lacrosse players who are interested in taking their skills to the next level. The college is holding a LAX Prospect Day to introduce prospective players to the CSM Hawks’ Men’s Lacrosse program, as well as to CSM’s campus and the college’s academic offerings next month. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 15 at CSM’s La Plata Campus at the Athletic Field located behind the Physical Education (PE) Building...

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SMCM Alumnus Brennan Clarke ’11 Named 2020 District Teacher of the Year

Alumnus Brennan Clarke ’11 Named 2020 District Teacher of the Year Michael Bruckler May 15, 2019 - 10:21 am May 15, 2019 Shields Elementary teacher Brennan Clarke was named the Cape Region’s 2020 District Teacher of the Year. Clarke will compete for state honors in October. Shields Elementary is located in Lewes, Delaware. As an English as a Second Language teacher, Clarke works closely with the school’s English learners, who are predominantly Hispanic. Having taught English in four...

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Charles Co. Board honors outstanding CCPS staff for exemplary contributions to school system

The Board of Education at its May 14 meeting honored four Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff members for their contributions to students and the school system. Honored were Julie Glorioso, Melissa Palmer, Corey Specht and Kimberly Stackhouse-Isaac. Glorioso is a special education teacher at Mary B. Neal Elementary School. She has been teaching at Neal for the past 11 school years and has a passion for working with students in need of extra assistance. Recently, Glorioso collaborated...

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Charles Co. Board honors exemplary students for accomplishments

The Board of Education at its May 14 meeting honored four Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students for accomplishments in the areas of academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility. Honored were Danny Beverly Jr., Mariah Carter, Tyrone Hudson Jr. and Terra Newcamp. Beverly is a senior at North Point High School and was honored by the Board in the area of academic achievement. He is enrolled in the electrical construction Career and Technology Education (CTE)...

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Charles Co. Students honored as Ruth Ann Hall Award recipients

Seventeen Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students were honored May 14 with Ruth Ann Hall Champion Scholar Awards. The Board of Education and the Education Association of Charles County (EACC) presented the awards to the students at the Board of Education meeting. The awards program is for students at the middle-school level and recognizes honorees for a commitment to academics, classroom improvement and modeling positive behavior. School administrators and teachers nominate students...

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Charles Co. Woods ready to serve as Student Member to the Board

Thomas Stone High School junior DeJuan Woods is not only preparing for Advanced Placement (AP) exams and researching colleges, he is preparing to take on a new role next month: Student Member to the Board of Education of Charles County. Woods was selected by a group of his peers to serve as the Student Member to the Board for the 2019-20 school year. He will be sworn in at the Board’s June 11 meeting. Woods said he is excited for the chance to give students a voice. “I look forward to...

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SMCM Board Trustee Cindy Broyles ’79 to Step Down After 12 years of Service to the College

Board Trustee Cindy Broyles ’79 to Step Down After 12 years of Service to the College Michael Bruckler May 14, 2019 - 11:22 am May 14, 2019 Cindy Broyles ’79 will not seek re-election from St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Board of Trustees following the 2019 academic year. The Board of Trustees voted her Board of Trustee Emerita because of her 12 years of significant and impactful service to the College. Broyles was appointed in 2007. Prior, she served on the Alumni Council from 2004-2006...

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SMCM Ann McDaniel to Step Down from St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Board of Trustees

Ann McDaniel to Step Down from St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Board of Trustees Michael Bruckler May 14, 2019 - 11:14 am May 14, 2019 Ann L. McDaniel will not seek re-election from St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s Board of Trustees following the 2019 academic year. She joined the Board in 2013 and currently serves as vice-chair. She is also the vice-chair of the Executive Committee, and a member of the Academic Affairs Committee and the Admissions and Financial Aid Committee...

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SMCM The Honorable Sven Erik Holmes to Transition from Board Chair

The Honorable Sven Erik Holmes to Transition from Board Chair Michael Bruckler May 14, 2019 - 11:08 am May 14, 2019 The Board of Trustees elected a new slate of officers at its May 10 meeting: Arthur “Lex” Birney Jr. as chair, Susan Dyer as vice-chair, John Wobensmith ’93 as treasurer, and Lawrence Leak ’76 as secretary. Transitioning from his position of Board of Trustees Chair to Trustee following the 2019 academic year is the Honorable Sven Erik Holmes. He assumed the Board’s top...

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SMCM 403 students participate in 2019 Commencement Ceremony at St. Mary’s College of Maryland

403 students participate in 2019 Commencement Ceremony at St. Mary’s College of Maryland Michael Bruckler May 13, 2019 - 1:34 pm May 13, 2019 St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public Honors Colleges, graduated 403 students with Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Arts in Teaching degrees on Saturday, May 11, outdoors on the campus’ Townhouse Green. The commencement address was delivered by Erin Ryan...

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Charles Co. Pamela Jones named MD Adult Education Teacher of the Year

Pamela Jones has been teaching adult education classes at the Charles County Lifelong Learning Center (LLC) for the past four and a half years. She works with a variety of students in areas such as math, language arts, science and social studies. Jones’ goal is to see each of her students receive a high school diploma. Jones’ colleagues see her hard work and commitment to LLC students daily. They refer to her as someone who will work tirelessly with a person to achieve their goals, and her...

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SMCM Asst. Prof. Fernandez Published in the Journal Neuropharmacology

Asst. Prof. Fernandez Published in the Journal Neuropharmacology Michael Bruckler May 09, 2019 - 12:24 pm May 09, 2019 Gina Marie Fernandez, assistant professor of psychology, has co-authored a paper published in the journal Neuropharmacology. In “General Anesthetic Exposure in Adolescent Rats Causes Persistent Maladaptations in Cognitive and Affective Behaviors and Neuroplasticity,” Fernandez examines evidence that indicates that exposure to general anesthetics during infancy and...

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Charles Co. Middle school boys compete in track and field meet

Middle school boys hit the ground running on May 3 for the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) track meet held at Westlake High School. Overall team rankings for the event are as follows. Sixth grade Milton M. Somers Middle School, first place; Piccowaxen Middle School, second place; and Matthew Henson Middle School, third place Seventh grade Piccowaxen, first place; Theodore G. Davis Middle School, second place; and John Hanson Middle School, third place Eighth grade Somers...

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St. Mary's Co. Administrative Appointment Announced - May 9, 2019

Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 Dr. Maureen Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 LEONARDTOWN, MD – Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott Smith, announces the administrative appointment made by the Board of Education at its meeting of May 8, 2019. The Board appointed Ms. Tammatha Metcalf as Supervisor of Health Services in the Department of Student Services. Ms. Metcalf holds a Master’s degree from Kaplan University...

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