The Board of Education of Charles County is holding an in-person work session 6 p.m., Monday, Feb. 22, at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The Starkey Building is located at 5980 Radio Station Road in La Plata.
Public Forum for this meeting is in person. No virtual format will be offered. Interested speakers must register in advance using the form linked here. Deadline to register is 12 p.m., Friday, Feb. 19. Late registrations will not be accepted.
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The Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) spring athletic season starts March 15, with physical conditioning sessions beginning March 1. Spring sports include baseball, lacrosse, softball, track and field, and tennis.
The season is open to any CCPS high school student, whether attending school virtually or returning to school in person March 22 during Phase 2. CCPS will follow health and safety guidelines that are detailed in spring sports bulletins supplied by the Maryland Public Secondary...
SGA Keeps Focus on Students through Uncertain Times Gretchen Phillips February 12, 2021 - 2:17 pm
February 12, 2021
When St. Mary’s College of Maryland pivoted to address health guidelines early in the COVID-19 pandemic, it altered many aspects of campus life, but the College’s Student Government Association (SGA) stepped up to help in a big way for students both on and off campus.
The College’s SGA is charged with unifying the student body and representing the students to the faculty...
CSM CSM Class Blends Entrepreneurship With Technological Innovation to Benefit Students, Navy and Private Businesses
This article is reprinted in its entirety with permission from our partners at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division
The disciplines of engineering and business, though not immediately apparent, have a good deal of similarities. Both value growth, development, innovation and standards that allow for synergy between entrepreneurs and engineers.
To expand and encourage that synergy, the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) partnered with the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian...
St. Mary’s College of Maryland now a Partner Institution of TheDream.US Scholarship Program Michael Bruckler February 16, 2021 - 2:58 pm
February 16, 2021
St. Mary’s College of Maryland has partnered with TheDream.US, a national program that provides college scholarships for intellectually curious and ambitious Dreamers seeking a college degree.
“St. Mary’s College of Maryland is committed to serving Dreamers and is proud to partner with TheDream.US scholarship program to provide...
All campuses of College of Southern Maryland (CSM) will close tomorrow, Saturday, Feb. 13, due to inclement weather and potential hazardous driving conditions.
All Feb. 13 online classes and online services will be held, and available, as scheduled. Employees working remotely should begin their work day at the normal time. Essential operations employees should report to work following the direction of their supervisors.
For the latest information about CSM’s inclement weather...
St. Mary’s College’s Theater, Film & Media Studies Presents Timely Drama “Baltimore” Virtually Michael Bruckler February 12, 2021 - 10:56 am
February 12, 2021
“Baltimore,” Kirsten Greenidge’s timely drama about racism on college campuses, opens virtually in Cole Cinema on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus with a live Zoom performance on Thursday, February 25 at 7:30 p.m. The show performs live on Zoom at 7:30 p.m. through Sunday, February 28.
Access to the webinar for each Zoom...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) will reopen its doors to students on Monday, March 22. Students identified to return for in-person learning under Phase 2 and with parent permission start back March 22. CCPS recently provided parents with a return to school survey to begin planning for the reopening of schools.
During Phase 2, the learning schedule remains the same. Students, whether in-person at a school or virtually, will have classes on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday...
CSM Our Region Has Most Open Tech Jobs in U.S. – CSM’s Virtual Night of Cybersecurity Will Explain How to Break Into/Excel in Those Fields
All are invited to attend College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) free Virtual Night of Cybersecurity Feb. 24 at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about CSM’s Cybersecurity programs and the many career opportunities available in our region. Attendees will also learn why CSM’s Cybersecurity program has been designated as a Center of Academic Excellence for two-year schools (CAE-2Y) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The Washington, DC area (including...
Due to inclement weather conditions, Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is operating on a Virtual Instruction, Code V today, Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. The following applies to students during a Virtual Instruction, Code. V.
Virtual instruction, Code V: CCPS buildings and offices closed
Virtual instruction starts on time for all students.
Learning support centers and internet cafes at schools are closed. This includes those students who are bused to internet cafes for technology access...
SMCM Professor of Religious Studies Katharina von Kellenbach Published in Encyclopedia of Jewish Christian Relations
Professor of Religious Studies Katharina von Kellenbach Published in Encyclopedia of Jewish Christian Relations Michael Bruckler February 11, 2021 - 2:43 pm
February 11, 2021
Professor of Religious Studies Katharina von Kellenbach’s entry titled “Feminism” will be published by the Encyclopedia of Jewish Christian Relations.
Jewish-Christian relations can look back on more than half a century of striking achievements. There are now initiatives and centers all over the world addressing...
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation announces Eric Vrem has joined the Foundation’s board as its newest director.
The CSM Foundation, a nonprofit, 501(c)3 charitable organization established in 1970, helps increase access to higher education at CSM through scholarship funding and assures the excellence of that education by raising and managing funds for college projects and objectives – including workforce development in Southern Maryland. The CSM Foundation is comprised of a...
Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) has inclement weather procedures in place for Phase 1 – virtual learning for all students – for the 2020-21 school year. A new code, Code V, has been added to the procedures. Inclement weather announcements include procedures for both students and CCPS staff.
Inclement weather announcements are posted at ccboe.com and CCPS social media, sent to parents with an email address on file with CCPS, and recorded on the 24-hour information line at...
The Board of Education on Feb. 9 voted 5-2 to enter Phase 2 of its reopening plan on March 22 saying the school system needs more time to allow staff to receive both doses of the COVID-19 vaccination.
Earlier in the Board of Education’s monthly meeting, Superintendent Kimberly Hill recommended to the Board to start Phase 2 on March 1. Hill, along with Health Officer Dianna Abney from the Charles County Department of Health, discussed the protocols and safety of incrementally bringing back...
SMCM St. Mary's College of Maryland and the College of Southern Maryland Announce the SMCM Transfer Edge Program
St. Mary's College of Maryland and the College of Southern Maryland Announce the SMCM Transfer Edge Program Michael Bruckler February 10, 2021 - 12:37 pm
February 10, 2021
St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, and the College of Southern Maryland have partnered to create the SMCM Transfer Edge Program (STEP), which allows CSM students to pursue their associate degree and simultaneously work towards their bachelor’s degree at SMCM by taking one course per...
St. Mary’s College of Maryland Presents ESPN Analyst and Bestselling Author Jay Williams Michael Bruckler February 10, 2021 - 11:23 am
February 10, 2021
The Office of the President presents ESPN analyst and bestselling author Jay Williams on Thursday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. To register for the event in advance, visit www.smcm.edu/jaywilliams.
Williams is considered one of the most prolific college basketball players in history. The #2 pick in the 2002 NBA Draft, he is now an...
The Board of Education at its Feb. 9 virtual meeting recognized three annual Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) resolutions. The resolutions highlight Fine and Performing Arts Month, Read Across Charles County and Women’s History Month.
CCPS recognizes Fine and Performing Arts Month in March annually. Fine and performing arts programs provide students with a well-rounded education and are essential in the development of education in music, theatre and visual arts. Fine and Performing Arts...
The Board of Education at its Feb. 9 meeting honored five Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff members for their commitment to the school system and student success. Each month, the Board honors staff members chosen by their school principals who demonstrate their dedication to teaching and learning. The recognition ceremony was held in a virtual format and featured pre-recorded introductions and recognitions from school principals.
Honored were Cheryl Birmingham, Juan Gilmer...
The Board of Education of Charles County honored five Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students at its Feb. 9 meeting. School principals annually select one student and staff member for Board recognition. Students are honored for accomplishments in the areas of academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility.
School closures from COVID-19 caused CCPS to postpone in-person student and staff recognitions. Health and safety guidelines changed student and staff...
Charles County Board of Education is beginning its search for a new Superintendent of Schools to replace Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Hill, who has announced she is retiring June 30, 2021.
Search consultants from the Maryland Association of Boards of Education (MABE) recently met with Board members to brief them on the search process and to begin developing a timeline. William Middleton, lead MABE search consultant, said the search is a “patience-building process that will not happen...