So. Md Education News

News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
The Board of Education at its May 9 meeting honored five Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students. Students are honored for accomplishments in the areas of academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility. 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 at its May 9 meeting honored five Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff members for their commitment to the school system and student success. 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 two new administrative appointments for the 2023-2024 school year. 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
Nearing the end of a recent half-day of school, Jill Buntz, school nurse at William B. Wade Elementary School, had already seen about 30 students. On a full day of school, the numbers would be higher, maybe even double. School Nurse Day is Wednesday, May 10. 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
Lunch on Us, the free lunch program Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) holds over the summer, starts next month at select school locations for children ages 2 to 18. 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 held two meetings last month, a regular meeting on Tuesday, April 11, and a work session on Monday, April 24. Agendas for both meetings are posted to BoardDocs. All Board meetings are streamed live at www.ccboe.com and archived on the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/c/ccpsmd 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...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is celebrating National Teacher Appreciation Week May 8 through 12. The week is dedicated to honoring and recognizing educators who play a pivotal role in the lives of children. 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 and Superintendent of Schools Maria Navarro, Ed.D., honored several Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees on March 23 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, 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 article, refer to the...
The voting window for the 2023-24 Student Member of the Board (SMOB) is open through May 19 with students in Grades 6 through 12 able to cast one vote via an online form during their English class. 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, May 9. 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
Several Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) high school student athletes were selected as the 2022-2023 fall and winter season The Washington Post All-Met athletes, ranking from first-team, second-team, third-team and honorable mention. Every year, coaches from more than 250 schools in the Washington D.C., metropolitan area are invited to nominate top athletes from their sports. Final selections are made by The Washington Post's scholastic sports staff. Charles County Public Schools only...
On behalf of the Board of Education of Charles County, Board Chairperson Michael K. Lukas asked for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) to share the following information about the process to fill a vacant Board seat in District 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
Nominations for the 16th annual Special Education Citizen Advisory Committee (SECAC) Appreciation Awards are due by Monday, May 8. Parents and guardians can nominate a person or team who has made a difference in the life of a child with special needs. 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
Each year, the Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL) names one school librarian as its School Librarian of the Year for exemplary service and achievements in the field. Nominees and finalists for the award are divided and categorized by each county in Maryland. This year, two Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) media specialists were honored — Karen Ferruzza of Arthur Middleton Elementary School and Jacob Gerding of Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School. Gerding was named one of...
The Board of Education of Charles County at its April 24 work session approved four administrative appointments. The appointments include two new Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) elementary principals, and the approval of two current CCPS acting principals to principals. 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
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Charles County Envirothon. The program allows high school students to study the natural world while learning hands-on, practical skills in the areas of aquatics, forestry, soils, wildlife and an annually changing fifth topic related to the environment. This year’s fifth topic is Adapting to a Changing Climate. 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...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is seeking two parent volunteers, two high school student volunteers and three teachers to serve on its attendance committee. 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) and the Board of Education of Charles County would like input on the 2024-2025 school calendar. The Board of Education approves the school calendar one to two years in advance. 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 6 p.m. work session on Monday, April 24, 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. The meeting will also stream to YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@ccpsmd. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Department of Community Engagement and Equity will hold a public meeting 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 25, on the Title VI Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Education Grant. 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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