So. Md Education News

News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) will begin distributing individual reports next week for students who took i-Ready program assessments this fall. Reports will be sent home as early as Monday, Oct. 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
The Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) program application opens 8 a.m. on Oct. 24, and ends at 3 p.m. on Nov. 14, for students who are currently in eighth and 10th grades. The online application opens almost a month earlier this year than it has in past 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 Source Document
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Superintendent Maria V. Navarro, Ed.D., will join representatives of the Charles County Branch of the NAACP, Charles County Department of Health, the American Heart Association and the Center for Science in the Public Interest, on Oct. 4 to accept a proclamation recognizing October as National Children’s Health Month. 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...
The Board of Education’s next regular meeting is 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11. 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
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is accepting applications from high school seniors interested in participating in the Maryland General Assembly Student Page Program. Each year, CCPS selects three high school seniors and one alternate to represent the school system in the program. 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
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, October 3, 2022 Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 Dr. Maureen Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32135 LEONARDTOWN, MD – St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ parents are asked to complete the Federal Impact Aid Survey every school year. The school system receives federal grant funds to operate and maintain the schools for federally connected students. To receive these federal funds, the United...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, September 30, 2022 Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 Dr. Maureen Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32135 LEONARDTOWN, MD – Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott Smith, announces the administrative appointments made by the Board of Education at its meeting of September 28, 2022. The Board appointed Mr. Zachery Bush as Assistant Principal, 11 month, at Spring Ridge Middle School. Mr. Bush...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) high school students can enter the 2022 Rethink Recycling Sculpture Contest presented by the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE). The annual contest recognizes America Recycles Day (ARD) held on Nov. 15. The day promotes recycling, source reduction and buying products made from recycled materials as objectives to build a more sustainable society. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of...
Three SMCM Math Students Present at NAM MathFest Lee Capristo September 27, 2022 - 10:23 am September 27, 2022 Three St. Mary's College of Maryland mathematics students presented at the National Association of Mathematicians Undergraduate MathFest held September 23-25 at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. Kelsi Anderson '25, Kimani Daley '24 and Ryan Knight '25 presented work they did this summer as part of the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at SMCM. They...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is hosting a 6 p.m. virtual community meeting about safety in schools on Monday, Oct. 17. The meeting will be held on the Zoom platform and is open to any CCPS parent, staff or community member. Anyone joining the meeting will need an active Zoom account to participate. 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) is hosting its annual fall chess tournament at Thomas Stone High School from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22. The tournament is open to chess players in Grades Kindergarten-12 with spectators allowed to view the event. Players must register in advance to participate. 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
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 26, 2022 Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Board of Education of St. Mary’s County will meet on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, with an executive session beginning at 5:00 p.m., followed by an open meeting at 6:00 p.m. The public may also watch the meeting live via www.smcps.org/streaming. For more details, please call (301) 475-5511, ext. 32177.
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is looking for nominees for its annual Principal of the Year award. The award honors exemplary leaders for not only their leadership, but for their commitment to providing an exceptional learning environment for students. The principal chosen for the honor will also represent CCPS as the county finalist for The Washington Post Principal of the Year award. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is accepting nominations for The Washington Post and Maryland Teacher of the Year awards programs. Nominated teachers will be considered as honorees in either one or the other awards program. Additionally, all schools and centers should submit one teacher nominee annually. 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
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Receives Largest Gift in College History Gretchen Phillips September 24, 2022 - 3:17 pm September 24, 2022 New Facility to be Named Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center Students at St. Mary’s College of Maryland for decades to come will be the beneficiaries of the largest gift in the College’s history, announced today during the grand opening ceremony for the new Performing Arts Center and Learning Commons. Longtime benefactor Nancy R...
Students in Grades 9-12 who attend Henry E. Lackey, La Plata, Maurice J. McDonough, Thomas Stone and Westlake high schools can earn high school graduation requirements outside of the regular school day by completing an extended-day course for original credit. Courses are taught using the online APEX learning platform with deadlines set for unit completion. 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...
Commemorative to Enslaved Peoples of Southern Maryland Garners 2022 CODAaward Chuck Steenburgh September 23, 2022 - 10:00 am September 23, 2022 The Commemorative to Enslaved Peoples of Southern Maryland was named the winner in the "Public Spaces" category of the 2022 CODAawards competition. The internationally acclaimed CODAawards celebrate the projects that most successfully integrate commissioned art into interior, architectural, or public spaces. The CODAawards program honors the...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is hosting a panel discussion 5:30 p.m., Oct. 13, at Thomas Stone High School. The Hispanic Community of Charles County and the DMV — A panel discussion about its history and its future will be moderated by Superintendent of Schools Maria V. Navarro, Ed.D. 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) is helping to prepare students for the Maryland Seal of Biliteracy Program by hosting upcoming student and parent/guardian information sessions, one held each month in September, October and December. The topics will cover reading strategies, writing strategies, and speaking and listening strategies. The program is geared toward high school students. Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of...
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, September 22, 2022 Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32178 Dr. Maureen Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, 301-475-5511, ext. 32135 ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES ANNOUNCED LEONARDTOWN, MD – Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. Scott Smith, announces the following Administrative Changes: Dr. Joseph (JR) Beavers, Principal at Dynard Elementary School, will be named Acting Director of Maintenance in...
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