So. Md Education News

News from the local county public and private schools and colleges.
Students currently in Grades 8-11 can apply to attend the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Virtual Academy program for the 2024-2025 school year. The application window opens 7 a.m., Monday, Jan. 8, and closes at 11:59 p.m., Friday, March 1. Late applications will not be accepted. 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
Bunkyo University students who are studying to become teachers will visit the U.S. and Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) next month. CCPS is seeking host families to house the 29 college students while they are visiting the States, and will hold a virtual information session on Tuesday, Jan. 16, to discuss the process with interested host families. 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
Members of the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Office of Technology will be joined by staff from the Maryland Center for Computing Education at the University Systems of Maryland on Tuesday, Jan. 23, for an Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Parents and Teachers. 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, Jan. 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
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is implementing a systemwide safety plan for school athletic events. The plan is effective immediately and is part of the school system’s commitment to providing safe experiences for participants at school events. 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
High school students in the Junior Reserves Officer Training Corps — better known as JROTC — gathered Friday, Dec. 15, for the Col. Donald M. Wade Joint Services Military Ball held at North Point High School. The annual event celebrates the high school JROTC program that has a membership of more than 740 students attending one of the county's seven high schools. The ball is an opportunity for instructors to honor seniors participating in their respective school’s JROTC. Charles County...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is hosting its annual winter chess tournament at Henry E. Lackey High School from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10. The tournament is open to chess players in kindergarten through Grade 12 with spectators allowed to view the event. 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 U.S. Department of Education recently announced the 2024-25 FAFSA form will open by Dec. 31. 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 met Dec. 12, 2023, for its regular meeting. A meeting agenda is posted on Board Docs here. Board meetings are streamed live on the school system website at www.ccboe.com and archived on the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) YouTube page. 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
No gym, no problem — members of the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) adult independence program (AIP) recently visited White Plains Regional Park to explore its accessible amenities and learn more about how engaging in leisure activities can reap physical benefits. 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 partnering with Hazel Health to offer short-term telemental health services for students in sixth through 12th grade. The service is free and offered to all students regardless of insurance and/or immigration status, or a family’s ability to pay. 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 Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) today released new student performance data for the Maryland Report Card. The state report card features information about school accountability measures including student performance, academic growth, school quality, student attendance and school climate. Data included is from the 2022-2023 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...
The Board of Education at its Dec. 12 meeting recognized five Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students at its December Board meeting. 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 honored five educators during its Dec. 12 meeting for their dedication and 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
Due to inclement weather conditions, all Charles County public schools will open two hours late today, Monday, Dec. 11, 2023. There is a code two, which is a two-hour delay, for CCPS staff who follow the code system. 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) administrative offices are closed for winter break, Monday, Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Schools are closed Monday, Dec. 25, through Monday, Jan. 1, for winter break. 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 College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is holding Early College Information Nights for parents at 6 p.m. this month and in January. While some meetings are held at particular schools, all meetings are open to CCPS juniors and seniors and their families regardless of the high school they attend. 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 participating in the St. Mary’s City annual Maryland Day Celebration on Saturday, March 23. A fourth-grade student is selected through an essay contest to represent the school system and Charles County at the celebration. Students must submit an essay response to the prompt, “What makes Charles County a great place to live?” Charles County Public Schools only posts a snippet of the story in their RSS feeds. To read the rest of the article, refer to...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is seeking five volunteers to serve on its Grading Steering 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
The La Plata High School team took first place in the county’s “It’s Academic” competition Nov. 29, racking up 370 points. The team advances to compete against Georgetown Day School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School in a contest set to air April 20 on WETA. 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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