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Population
1,057,586
Per-capita income
$66,124
Median home value
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School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment160,223 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$17,753 (FY2020)
Schools211 · 11,712 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$3.59B (FY2020)
Reading proficiency55% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency48% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch33% (2018)

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Thu Aug 20, 2026

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

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Mon Aug 17, 2026

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

MCPS Board holds special meeting with closed session

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a special business meeting on August 17, 2026. The agenda consists of approving a quorum and a resolution for a closed session, followed by the closed session itself and adjournment. No public business items are listed.

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2 Monday, August 17, 2026 Special Board Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Closed Session Approval - 9:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Aug 17, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 9:00 a.m. Type Action File Attachments Subject 1.2 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting Aug 17, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 9:00 a.m. Type Action       File Attachments 260817 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (130 KB) 2. Closed Session 3. Adjournment - 1:00 p.m.
Thu Jul 16, 2026

Business Meeting Agenda

Board to discuss elementary school boundary study and school consolidation

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss a preview of the Elementary Schools Boundary Study and consider a contract for a consultant to study school consolidation and closures. The board will also vote on several high-value construction change orders and the 2026-2027 Board Handbook.

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2 Thursday, July 16, 2026 Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 Scripps National Spelling Bee Finalist Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 3.2 Emmy Award Winning Video Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments 4. Opening of Meeting -- 4:00 p.m. Subject 4.1 Approval of the Agenda Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 4. Opening of Meeting -- 4:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments 5. Appointments -- 4:02 p.m. Subject 5.1 Administrative Recommended Appointments Meeting Jul 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 5. Appointments -- 4:02 p.m. Type Action, Discussion File Attachments 6. As …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

Board of Education to review administrative appointments and procurement contracts

The Montgomery County Board of Education will consider recommended appointments for principals at Argyle Middle School and Eastern Middle School. The body will also review various procurement contracts and expenditure authorizations of $25,000 or more.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education approves school principal appointments and various contracts

The Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of new principals for Argyle Middle School and Eastern Middle School. The Board also approved a wide range of procurement contracts, capital project specifications, and a general wage adjustment for non-salary schedule positions for FY2027.

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2 Thursday, June 25, 2026 REVISED Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session REVISED Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260625 Resolution for Todays Closed Session REV.pdf (99 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260625 REV.pdf (99 KB) 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 Superintendent’s Annual Mark Mann Excellence and Harmony Award Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments Subject 3.2 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments Subject 3.3 2026 Critics and Awards Program (Cappies) Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments 4. Opening of Meeting -- 4:00 p.m. Subject 4.1 Ap …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026

REVISED Work Session Agenda

Board to adopt FY2027 operating budget and discuss academic performance

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a work session on June 4, 2026. The main action item is final adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget. The board will also discuss third-quarter academic performance for 2025-2026, Athletics and Title IX, and a 'Leveling Up' initiative. Public comments are scheduled, and the board will consider administrative appointments including several principals.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education approves closed session for budget and legal matters

The Board of Education held a work session that included a closed session to discuss budget strategies, personnel matters, and legal advice. The Board also approved a revised agenda and a report from a previous closed session.

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2 Thursday, June 4, 2026 REVISED Work Session Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 9:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Jun 4, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 1. Call to Order - 9:00 a.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session REVISED Meeting Jun 4, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action 6.4.2026:  The revised resolution was updated to add two additional legal advice items.  File Attachments 260604 Resolution for Todays Closed Session REV2.pdf (99 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260604 REV2.pdf (99 KB) 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Subject 3.1 Approval of the REVISED Agenda Meeting Jun 4, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments Subject 3.2 Future Closed Session Resolution Meeting Jun 4, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action That the Board declare a closed session for the next business meeting. File Attachments 260604 Future Closed Session Resolution.pdf (66 KB) 03.02 ADOPTED Fu …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, June 4, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Natalie Zimmerman, Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst), Patricia Ursprung (coordinator, legislative affairs), Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).     Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Renee McCall (chief of human resources and talent management); Essie McGuire (chief of staff, Office of the Chief of Staff); Peter O. Moran (chief of school leadersh …
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Wed May 27, 2026

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

School board to approve closed session, then adjourn

This is a procedural special business meeting. The board will vote to acknowledge a quorum and pass a resolution to enter closed session, after which the meeting adjourns. No substantive public decisions are scheduled.

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2 Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Special Board Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Closed Session Approval - 1:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 27, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 1:00 p.m. Type Action File Attachments Subject 1.2 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting May 27, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 1:00 p.m. Type Action       File Attachments 260527 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (92 KB) 2. Closed Session 3. Adjournment - 3:00 p.m.
Tue May 26, 2026

Revised Strategic Planning Committee

Committee discusses MCPS Strategic Plan targets and tactics

The Revised Strategic Planning Committee of the Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a meeting to discuss the MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2025-2030. Two agenda items are listed: target setting and strategies/tactics. The meeting includes a review of the previous informational summary from March 5, 2026.

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2 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Revised Strategic Planning Committee MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] Committee Members Laura Stewart (chair) Brenda Wolff Rita Montoya 1. Call to Order - 12:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Welcome and Introductions Meeting May 26, 2026 - Revised Strategic Planning Committee Category 1. Call to Order - 12:00 p.m. Type Information File Attachments 2. Informational Summary Subject 2.1 Informational Summary - March 5, 2026 Meeting May 26, 2026 - Revised Strategic Planning Committee Category 2. Informational Summary Type Information File Attachments 3. MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2025-2030 Subject 3.1 Strategic Plan: Target Setting Meeting May 26, 2026 - Revised Strategic Planning Committee Category 3. MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2025-2030 Type Discussion, Presentation     File Attachments Subject 3.2 Strategic Plan: Strategies and Tactics Meeting May 26, 2026 - Revised Strategic Planning Committee Category 3. MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2025-2030 Type File Attachments 4. Adjournment - 2:00 p.m.
Thu May 21, 2026

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

Board to vote on new principals for three schools

The Montgomery County Board of Education meets on May 21, 2026, to consider a closed session resolution, approve three principal appointments, and act on a consent agenda with 18 items including procurement contracts, a roof replacement at Chevy Chase Elementary, and budget transfers. Public comments and association comments are also scheduled.

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2 Thursday, May 21, 2026 REVISED Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260521 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (97 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260521.pdf (97 KB) 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments Subject 3.2 Jewish American Heritage Month Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments Subject 3.3 Teacher Appreciation Week Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Recognition File Attachments Subject 3.4 2026 School Counselor of the Year Award Winners Meeting May 21, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda …
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Tue May 19, 2026

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

MCPS Fiscal Committee to discuss meal debt and enterprise funds

The Fiscal Management Committee of the Montgomery County Board of Education will receive oral updates on the FY2027 Operating and Capital Budgets, and discuss enterprise funds including the Food Services fund and impacts of meal debt and meal prices. The committee will also consider an Internal Audit Unit charter and updates to the Financial and Procurement manuals.

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2 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Fiscal Management Committee Meeting MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, Maryland 20850 [email protected] 5:30 p.m. Committee Members Karla Silvestre, Chair Julie Yang Natalie Zimmerman 1. Call to Order - 5:30 p.m. 2. Informational Summary Subject 2.1 Informational Summary for March 23, 2026 Meeting May 19, 2026 - Fiscal Management Committee Meeting Category 2. Informational Summary Type Information File Attachments 3. Operating Budget - 5:35 p.m. Subject 3.1 Operating Budget Update (Oral Discussion) Meeting May 19, 2026 - Fiscal Management Committee Meeting Category 3. Operating Budget - 5:35 p.m. Type Discussion Staff will give an update on the current status of the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget.  File Attachments 4. Capital Budget - 5:50 p.m. Subject 4.1 Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget (Oral Discussion) Meeting May 19, 2026 - Fiscal Management Committee Meeting Category 4. Capital Budget - 5:50 p.m. Type Discussion Staff will give an update on the current status of the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget. File Attachments 5. Enterprise Funds - 6:05 p.m. Subject 5.1 Enterprise Funds Meeting May 19, 2026 - Fiscal Management Committee Meeting Category 5. Enterprise Funds - 6:05 p.m. Type Discussion Staff will provide an overview of enterprise funds in Montgomery County Public …
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Fri May 15, 2026

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

School board approves closed session for May 15, 2026

This is a special business meeting of the Montgomery County Board of Education, consisting primarily of procedural items to authorize a closed session. The board will acknowledge a quorum and vote on a resolution to enter closed session. No public business or substantive decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education held a special closed session regarding budget strategy

The Board of Education convened a special meeting to enter a closed session. The closed session was held to discuss administrative matters, including operating and capital budget strategy.

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1 Friday, May 15, 2026 Special Board Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Closed Session Approval - 2:30 p.m. Subject 1.01 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 15, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 2:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 1.02 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting May 15, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 2:30 p.m. Type Action File Attachments 260515 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (87 KB) 2. Closed Session 3. Adjournment - 4:00 p.m.
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Montgomery County Board of Education Special Board Meeting Informational Summary Friday, May 15, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a special meeting on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., via in person and virtual media for the purposes of going into closed session, in Room 120, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre ( virtual ), Laura Stewart, Julie Yang ( virtual )( arrived at 3:28 p.m .), Natalie Zimmerman ( virtual and in person ) , Anuva Maloo (virtual) , Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/board recorder) .       Other staff present at the commencement of the meeting:   Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools), Essie McGuire (chief of staff), and Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer). The video/audio recordings of the Board of Education meetings are the official record of the meetings and can be viewed at   https://mcpsmd.new.swagit.com/videos/388068 .   The following is a summary of the motions made and the votes taken at the meeting and are for informational purposes only.  If there is any discrepancy between the video and this summary, the video, which constitutes the minutes …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

Montgomery County Board of Education holds special business meeting

The board is meeting to conduct a closed session. The agenda consists of procedural actions to acknowledge a quorum and approve a resolution for the closed session.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education enters closed session to discuss budget strategy

The Board of Education held a special meeting to vote into a closed session. The closed session was held to discuss administrative matters, including operating and capital budget strategy. The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.

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2 Thursday, May 14, 2026 Special Board Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:30 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 14, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:30 p.m. Type Action File Attachments Subject 1.2 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting May 14, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:30 p.m. Type Action       File Attachments 260514 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (67 KB) 01.02 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260514.pdf (67 KB) 2. Closed Session 3. Adjournment - 3:30 p.m.
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Montgomery County Board of Education Special Board Meeting Informational Summary Thursday, May 14, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a special meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 12:30 p.m., via in person and virtual media for the purposes of going into closed session, in Room 120, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre ( virtual ), Laura Stewart, Julie Yang ( virtual ), Natalie Zimmerman , Anuva Maloo , Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/board recorder) .       Other staff present at the commencement of the meeting:   Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools), Essie McGuire (chief of staff), and Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer). The video/audio recordings of the Board of Education meetings are the official record of the meetings and can be viewed at   https://mcpsmd.new.swagit.com/videos/387941 .   The following is a summary of the motions made and the votes taken at the meeting and are for informational purposes only.  If there is any discrepancy between the video and this summary, the video, which constitutes the minutes of the meeting, shall control.  Other matters addr …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Advisory Committee to the Board of Education on Communication and Community Engagement

Advisory committee to review engagement efforts and approve prior minutes

This is a procedural meeting of the Advisory Committee to the Board of Education on Communication and Community Engagement. The committee will welcome members, review its purpose and goals, approve minutes from the February 11, 2026 meeting, receive reports from staff, and discuss feedback on committee engagement efforts. No substantive decisions or new proposals are on the agenda.

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1 Thursday, May 14, 2026 Advisory Committee to the Board of Education on Communication and Community Engagement MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, the Patricia B. O’Neill Board Room, Rm. 104, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Welcome and Review of Advisory Committee Purpose and Goals - 6:30 p.m. 2. Review Norms and Ground Rules for Collaboration 3. Approval of Minutes from the February 11, 2026 Advisory Committee Meeting Subject 3.01 Information Summary for February 11, 2026 Advisory Committee Meeting Meeting May 14, 2026 - Advisory Committee to the Board of Education on Communication and Community Engagement Category 3. Approval of Minutes from the February 11, 2026 Advisory Committee Meeting Type File Attachments 2-11-26 Advisory Committee on Communications and Community Engagement Meeting.pdf (110 KB) 4. Reports from Board Office and MCPS Staff 5. Discussion and Feedback on Committee Engagement Efforts 6. Adjournment - 8:30 p.m.
Wed May 13, 2026

REVISED Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

MCPS committee to discuss open lunch policy

The Policy Management Committee of the Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss Policy JEF, the Open Lunch Policy, during this meeting. The agenda includes a review of the policy and supporting regulation. No votes or decisions are indicated.

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2 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 REVISED Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda 3:00 p.m. Montgomery County Board of Education 15 West Gude Drive, Room 104, Rockville, Maryland 20850 [email protected] Committee Members Brenda Wolff, chair Julie Yang Natalie Zimmerman Anuva Maloo 1. Call to Order - 3:00 p.m. 2. Discussion of Policy JEF, Open Lunch Policy Subject 2.1 Review the policy Meeting May 13, 2026 - REVISED Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda Category 2. Discussion of Policy JEF, Open Lunch Policy Type Discussion File Attachments PMC 5.13.26 FINAL 2.pdf (2,657 KB) Policy JEF.pdf (13 KB) Regulation JEF-RA.pdf (12 KB) 3. Adjournment - 4:00 p.m.
Mon May 11, 2026

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

Board to hold closed session and adjourn

The Montgomery County Board of Education will convene a Special Board Business Meeting on May 11, 2026, to approve a closed session and adjourn at 3:00 p.m. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 15 W Gude Drive in Rockville.

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✓ Decided: Board approved closed session to discuss budget and personnel matters

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to hold a closed session on May 11, 2026, to discuss administrative matters including the operating budget and capital budget strategy, as well as personnel matters. The meeting adjourned at 2:55 p.m.

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2 Monday, May 11, 2026 Special Board Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 11, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:00 p.m. Type Action File Attachments Subject 1.2 Resolution for Today's Closed Session REVISED Meeting May 11, 2026 - Special Board Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Closed Session Approval - 12:00 p.m. Type Action       File Attachments 260511 Resolution for Todays Closed Session REV.pdf (93 KB) 01.02 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260511 REV.pdf (93 KB) 2. Closed Session 3. Adjournment - 3:00 p.m.
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Montgomery County Board of Education Special Board Meeting Informational Summary Monday, May 11, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a special meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., via in person and virtual media for the purposes of going into closed session, in Room 120, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre ( virtual and in person ), Laura Stewart, Julie Yang, Natalie Zimmerman ( arrived at 12:09 p.m.) , Anuva Maloo ( arrived at 12:18 p.m.) , Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/board recorder) .     Other staff present at the commencement of the meeting:   Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools), Essie McGuire (chief of staff), and Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer).   The video/audio recordings of the Board of Education meetings are the official record of the meetings and can be viewed at   https://mcpsmd.new.swagit.com/videos/387270 .   The following is a summary of the motions made and the votes taken at the meeting and are for informational purposes only.  If there is any discrepancy between the video and this summary, the video, which constitutes the minutes of the …
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Thu May 7, 2026

REVISED Work Session Agenda

Board discusses educational tech, policy-setting, and accelerated learning

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss policies on educational technology (IGS) and policy-setting (BFA), and an oral discussion on accelerated and enriched learning in literacy and mathematics. The board also considers approval of closed session resolutions, administrative appointments, and a legislative session recap. Public comments are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education approves closed sessions and reviews previous appeals

The Board of Education approved a revised agenda and scheduled several future closed sessions. It also approved a revised report from a previous closed session that included decisions on residency and public complaints.

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2 Thursday, May 7, 2026 REVISED Work Session Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 9:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting May 7, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 9:00 a.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session REVISED Meeting May 7, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260507 Resolution for Todays Closed Session REV.pdf (97 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260507 REV.pdf (97 KB) 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Subject 3.1 Approval of the REVISED Agenda Meeting May 7, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments Subject 3.2 Future Closed Session Resolution: May 11, 2026 Meeting May 7, 2026 - REVISED Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action That the Board declare a closed session for the next business meeting. File Attachments 260507 Future Closed Session Resolution 260511.pdf (66 KB) 03.02 ADOPTED Future Closed Session 260511 260507.pdf (66 KB) Subject 3.3 Future Closed Ses …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, May 7, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Natalie Zimmerman, Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst), Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).   Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Marcus G. Jones (chief safety officer); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Renee McCall (chief of human resources and talent management); Essie McGuire (chief of staff, Office of the Chief of Staff); Peter O. Moran (chief of school leadership and improvement); N …
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Thu Apr 30, 2026

Business Meeting Agenda

Board to vote on $25K+ contracts and capital projects, including school roof replacements

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a business meeting on April 30, 2026, with a large consent agenda covering 20 items. These include approval of procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, contract awards for roof replacements at DuFief ES, Kennedy HS, and Silver Spring Intl MS/Sligo Creek ES, purchase of diesel buses, interpreting services, Chromebook repair, and a dual enrollment MOU with Montgomery College. The board will also consider administrative appointments for directors and principals at several schools, hear public comments, and approve a closed session resolution.

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✓ Decided: The Board of Education approved a revised resolution for a closed session

The Board of Education approved a revised resolution to conduct a closed session on April 30, 2026. The closed session was intended to cover topics including personnel matters, budget strategy, and legal advice.

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2 Thursday, April 30, 2026 Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 1:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session REVISED Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260430 Resolution for Todays Closed Session REV.pdf (103 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260430 REV.pdf (103 KB) 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 National Volunteer Week Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Action (Consent) File Attachments Subject 3.2 National Student Leadership Week Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 3.3 Celebrating Our State Champions Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments 4. Opening of Meeting -- 4:00 p.m. Subject 4.1 Approval of the Agenda Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Business Meeting Agenda Category 4. Opening of Meeting -- 4:00 p.m. Type Action …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, April 30, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya ( arrived in Open Session at 4:27 p.m. ), Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Natalie Zimmerman, Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), Monica Hetrick, director, board senior analyst, Patricia Ursprung (coordinator, legislative affairs), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).   Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Marcus G. Jones (chief safety officer); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff, Office of the Chief of Staff); Peter O. Moran (chief of school leadership and improvement); Niki T. Porter (chief …
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Thu Apr 16, 2026

Work Session Agenda

Board to discuss revoking M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute charter

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a recommendation to revoke the M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute charter, a policy on background screening of employees and volunteers, and proposed FY2027 meal prices. The board will also hear public comments and discuss safety and security updates, restorative approaches and the student code of conduct, and proposed amendments to the 2026–2027 school year calendar.

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✓ Decided: Board approved resolutions for closed sessions and previous meeting report

The Montgomery County Board of Education approved resolutions to hold a closed session on April 16, 2026, and to approve the report of the previous closed session held on March 26, 2026. The meeting reconvened in open session at 12:03 p.m. after a closed session from 9:09 a.m. to 11:24 a.m.

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2 Thursday, April 16, 2026 Work Session Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 9:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Apr 16, 2026 - Work Session Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 9:00 a.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting Apr 16, 2026 - Work Session Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260416 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (98 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260416.pdf (98 KB) 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Subject 3.1 Approval of the Agenda Meeting Apr 16, 2026 - Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments Subject 3.2 Future Closed Session Resolution Meeting Apr 16, 2026 - Work Session Agenda Category 3. Opening of Meeting -- 12:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action That the Board declare a closed session for the next business meeting. File Attachments 260416 Future Closed Session Resolution.pdf (66 KB) 03.02 ADOPTED Future Closed Session Res 260416.pdf (66 KB) Subject 3.3 Report of Previous Closed Session Meeting Apr 16, 2026 - Work Session Agenda Category 3 …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, April 16, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Natalie Zimmerman, Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff)( arrived at approximately 1:45 p.m.) , Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst), Patricia Ursprung (coordinator, legislative affairs), Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).   Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Marcus G. Jones (chief safety officer); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Renee McCall (acting chief of human resources and talent management); Essie McGuire (chie …
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Thu Mar 26, 2026

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

Board to vote on contracts, capital budget for schools

The Montgomery County Board of Education will consider a revised agenda, including a closed session, celebrations, public comments, and a large consent agenda. The consent items include approvals for procurement contracts over $25,000, extensions for classroom furniture, cafeteria supplies, HVAC equipment, and office supplies, as well as contract awards for roofing and HVAC projects at several schools. The board will also vote on supplemental appropriations for the Aging Schools Program, sustainability initiatives, technology modernization, and a fund balance offset for winter weather events.

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✓ Decided: The Board of Education approved the revised agenda and several procurement contracts.

The Board of Education held a closed session to discuss personnel, budget strategy, and legal matters. Following the closed session, the Board reconvened in open session to approve the amended meeting agenda and a series of consent items including various contract extensions and awards.

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2 Thursday, March 26, 2026 REVISED Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 12:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order - 12:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260326 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (102 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Todays Closed Session 260326.pdf (102 KB) 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 Women’s History Month Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Presentation File Attachments Subject 3.2 Month of the Military Child Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Presentation File Attachments Subject 3.3 National School Social Work Week Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type Presentation File Attachments Subject 3.4 Celebrating Winter Sports Champions Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, March 26, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Natalie Zimmerman, Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), Monica Hetrick, director, board senior analyst, Patricia Ursprung (coordinator, legislative affairs), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).   Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Marcus G. Jones (chief safety officer); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff, Office of the Chief of Staff); Peter O. Moran (chief of school leadership and improvement); Niki T. Porter (chief academic officer); Robyn Seabrook ( …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

Fiscal committee to discuss budget drivers, staffing, and academic ROI

The committee will discuss operating budget cost drivers and state revenue comparisons, review the staffing standards implementation plan and its 5-year phase-in, and hear a presentation on academic return on investment including an Amplify CKLA report. Informational items include a semi-annual board expenditure report and sustainability efforts.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda and adjourned meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee met to review operating budget considerations, staffing standards, and academic return on investment. The committee approved the meeting agenda and adjourned without taking any substantive actions.

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Fiscal Management Committee Meeting Informational Summary March 23, 2026   The Fiscal Management Committee (Committee) held a meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland.  The following were present:   Board Members and board staff:  Karla Silvestre, chair; Julie Yang; Natalie Zimmerman ( arrived 5:38 p.m .); Thomas Lockman, deputy chief of staff; Melvin A. Phillips, supervisor, Internal Audit Unit; and Rebecca Gibson, recorder.   Staff present during the course of the meeting:  Ivon Alfonso-Windsor, chief financial officer; Margaret Cage, chief student support officer, Division of Specialized Support Services; Allen C. Francois, deputy chief of financial oversight, Division of Financial Management; Katheryne Morales, associate superintendent, Division of Multilingual Education, Division of Teaching and Learning; Kecia L. Addison, director, Department of Shared Accountability; Julie Hall, director, Department of Special Education Systems and Management; and Carly Thompson, executive director, Division of Financial Management.   The video/audio recordings of the Board of Education (Board) committee meetings are the official record of the meetings and can be viewed at https://mcpsmd.new.swagit.com/videos/378847 .   The following is a summary of the meeting and is for informational purp …
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Thu Mar 12, 2026

Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3

Board to review superintendent's boundary study recommendations

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the superintendent's recommendation on secondary program analysis and boundary studies. Revisions to the presentation note that Woodlin Elementary students will move to Silver Spring International Middle School and that the elementary boundary study timeline is corrected to 2027. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Board discusses secondary program analysis and boundary studies

The Board of Education reviewed recommendations regarding several school boundary studies. Two motions related to specific boundary map alternatives failed to receive the required votes for approval. The Board will take final tentative action at the March 26, 2026, business meeting.

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2 Thursday, March 12, 2026 Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3 MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Mar 12, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3 Category 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 1.2 Approval of the Agenda Meeting Mar 12, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3 Category 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments 2. Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Subject 2.1 Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Meeting Mar 12, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3 Category 2. Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Type 3.12.2026 - Revised PowerPoint posted - Revised to correct an error on slide 42.  Woodlin Elementary School students will move to Silver Spring International Middle School.   3.25.2026 - R evised PowerPoint posted - Revised to correct timeline of the elementary boundary study on slide 63, to the year 2027.    File Attachments 02.01 Supt Rec Secondary Prog Analysis Bou …
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Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #3 Informational Summary Thursday, March 12, 2026     The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via virtual media and in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president); Brenda Wolff (vice president); Rita Montoya; Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang, Natalie Zimmerman ( virtual ); Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); Edith M. Lozada Salgado (communications coordinator); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder). Anuva Maloo participated briefly via zoom.   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Niki T. Porter (chief academic officer); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (acting director, Department of Planning and Construction, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations); Christopher C. Cram (deputy chief of staff for communication); Catherine Malchodi (executive di …
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Wed Mar 11, 2026

Ethics Panel Meeting

Ethics Panel to discuss tutoring, gifts, and financial disclosure

The Montgomery County Public Schools Ethics Panel will hold a regular meeting to discuss several ethics-related topics, including tutoring and special education advocacy, policy definitions, gifts to staff, use of independent activity funds, and an updated financial disclosure form. A closed session was noted as not needed. The meeting runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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2 Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Ethics Panel Meeting 6:00 p.m. David Curren, Chair Kathryn Allen Jessica Kendall Carrie Mitchell Stuart Rick 1. Welcome and Call to Order 6:00 p.m. 2. Discussion Items Subject 2.1 Tutoring & Special Education Advocacy Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 2. Discussion Items Type File Attachments Subject 2.2 Policy BBB Definitions Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 2. Discussion Items Type File Attachments Subject 2.3 Gifts to Staff Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 2. Discussion Items Type File Attachments Subject 2.4 Use of Independent Activity Funds Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 2. Discussion Items Type File Attachments Subject 2.5 Updated Financial Disclosure Form Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 2. Discussion Items Type File Attachments 3. Closed Session Subject 3.1 Closed Session Meeting Mar 11, 2026 - Ethics Panel Meeting Category 3. Closed Session Type Note:  Closed session not needed (3/11/26 - 3:54 p.m.) File Attachments 4. Adjournment 8:00 p.m.
Tue Mar 10, 2026

Spring Public Hearing #4 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers

Board holds fourth spring public hearing on capital improvements

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding its fourth spring public hearing on the Capital Improvements Program. The hearing includes testimony from elected officials, cluster representatives, students, and individuals. No decisions are being made; the board is gathering public input.

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✓ Decided: The Board of Education held a public hearing on the Capital Improvements Program

The Montgomery County Board of Education held a scheduled public hearing regarding the Capital Improvements Program. The meeting included testimony from elected officials, cluster representatives, students, and community members. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in these minutes.

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2 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Spring Public Hearing #4 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Opening of the Meeting Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #4 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers Category 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Type THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS IS PRINTED ON THE AGENDA AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE AT THE DOOR.  WHEN A SPEAKER BEGINS, A GREEN LIGHT ON THE TIMER WILL GO ON. THIRTY SECONDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE SPEAKER’S TIME, A YELLOW LIGHT WILL GO ON WITH A BEEP, AND THE RED LIGHT AND BUZZER SIGNALS THAT THE SPEAKER IS NOT TO CONTINUE BEYOND THAT POINT.   ALL SPEAKERS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED TO PROVIDE THEIR TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE.  IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED THE TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE, PLEASE GIVE TWO COPIES TO STAFF (LOCATED AT THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE BOARD ROOM).  File Attachments 2. In-Person Testimony: Elected Officials/Municipalities (5 minutes) Subject 2.1 Izola Shaw, Councilmember, City of Rockville Meeting Mar 10, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #4 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers Category 2. In-Person Testimony: Elected Officials/Municipalities (5 minutes) Type File Attachments 3. Recorded Testimony: Designated Cluster Representatives (5 minutes) Subject …
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Spring Public Hearing #4 – Capital Improvements Program Informational Summary Tuesday, March 10, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via virtual media and in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president); Brenda Wolff (vice president; v irtual ); Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang ( arrived 5:07 p.m.), Natalie Zimmerman ( arrived 5:44 p.m.); Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder). Rita Montoya and Anuva Maloo did not participate.   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Christopher C. Cram (deputy chief of staff for communications); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (capital budget and projects manager, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations ); Catherine Malchodi (executive director, Division of Distri …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026

Spring Public Hearing #3 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers

Board holds spring public hearing on Capital Improvements Program

This is the third spring public hearing on the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) for Montgomery County Public Schools. The Board of Education will hear recorded and in-person testimony from elected officials, students, cluster representatives, associations, and individuals. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely to receive public input on the CIP.

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✓ Decided: Montgomery County Board of Education holds Capital Improvements Program public hearing

The Board of Education held a scheduled public hearing regarding the Capital Improvements Program on March 9, 2026. The meeting included recorded and in-person testimony from students, cluster representatives, and community members. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this informational hearing.

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2 Monday, March 9, 2026 Spring Public Hearing #3 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Opening of the Meeting Meeting Mar 9, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #3 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers Category 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Type THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS IS PRINTED ON THE AGENDA AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE AT THE DOOR.  WHEN A SPEAKER BEGINS, A GREEN LIGHT ON THE TIMER WILL GO ON. THIRTY SECONDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE SPEAKER’S TIME, A YELLOW LIGHT WILL GO ON WITH A BEEP, AND THE RED LIGHT AND BUZZER SIGNALS THAT THE SPEAKER IS NOT TO CONTINUE BEYOND THAT POINT.   ALL SPEAKERS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED TO PROVIDE THEIR TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE.  IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED THE TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE, PLEASE GIVE TWO COPIES TO STAFF (LOCATED AT THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE BOARD ROOM).  File Attachments 2. In-Person: Elected Officials/Municipalities (5 minutes) Subject 2.1 John Stroud, Councilmember, Town of Garrett Park Meeting Mar 9, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #3 - Capital Improvements Program - with List of Speakers Category 2. In-Person: Elected Officials/Municipalities (5 minutes) Type File Attachments John Stroud - Garrett Park.pdf (644 KB) 3. Recorded Testimony: Students (3 minutes) Subject 3. …
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Spring Public Hearing #3 – Capital Improvements Program Informational Summary Monday, March 9, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via virtual media and in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president); Brenda Wolff (vice president; v irtual ); Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang ( arrived 5:13 p.m.), Natalie Zimmerman ( arrived 5:53 p.m.); Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder). Rita Montoya and Anuva Maloo listened to the hearing but did not participate.   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (capital budget and projects manager, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations); Catherine Malchodi (executive director, Division of District Operations); and Robin O’Hara (senior facilities planner, Division of Facilities Mana …
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Thu Mar 5, 2026

Strategic Planning Committee

Board committee discusses MCPS workforce stability, diversity, antiracism goals

The Strategic Planning Committee will review and discuss three objectives under Goal #4 (High Quality, Diverse Workforce) of the MCPS FY 2025-2026 Strategic Plan: workforce stability and staffing, workforce composition and access to opportunity, and inclusive and antiracist practice. The committee also will approve the informational summary from its December 18, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Strategic Planning Committee discussed workforce goals, no decisions made

The meeting was called to order at 10:01 a.m. and the informational summary for the December 18, 2025 meeting was approved for informational purposes. Committee members reviewed Goal #4 of the MCPS Strategic Plan—High Quality, Diverse Workforce—and discussed recruitment, retention, and employee development strategies. The meeting adjourned at 11:32 a.m. with no formal actions taken.

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Strategic Planning Committee Meeting Informational Summary   March 5, 2026   On Thursday, March 5, 2026, at approximately 10:01 a.m., the Strategic Planning Committee (Committee) held a meeting at the Montgomery County Board of Education, 15 W Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Staff:  Laura Stewart (chair), Brenda Wolff, Rita Montoya, Darlene Harris (Ombudsperson), and Juan Ramos Ortega (administrative services manager).   Other staff present during the course of the meeting: Dr. Nyah Hamlett, Chief Equity and Development Officer, Division of Equity and Organizational Development; Dr. Renee McCall, Acting Chief, Human Resource and Talent Management; Ms. Margie Lope Moutsatsos, Director, Department of Professional Learning ; Ms. Ella Couplin, Director, Department of Talent Acquisition.   The video/audio recordings of the Board of Education (Board) committee meetings are the official record of the meetings and can be viewed at https://mcpsmd.new.swagit.com/videos/377215 .   The following is a summary of the meeting and is for informational purposes only. If there are any discrepancies between the video and this summary, the video, which constitutes the minutes of the meeting, shall control. All matters addressed by or discussed with the Strategic Planning Committee are available in the video/audio recordings.   Call to Order:  The mee …
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Thu Mar 5, 2026

Joint Meeting with the Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education

Planning Board and School Board joint meeting on enrollment and boundaries

The Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education meet jointly to discuss infrastructure, enrollment projections, a boundary study timeline, a planning academy collaboration, and a collaborative case study. No votes or decisions are recorded on this agenda; it is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education and Planning Board discuss infrastructure and enrollment

The joint meeting focused on updates regarding the Infrastructure Funding Workgroup, student enrollment projections, and school boundary studies. No formal votes or substantive decisions were taken during this session.

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1 Thursday, March 5, 2026 Joint Meeting with the Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Wheaton Headquarters Auditorium 2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor Wheaton, Maryland 20902 https://Montgomeryplanningboard.org/meeting/watch-online/ 1. Welcome and Introductions: 6:30 p.m. Subject 1.01 Welcome and Introductions Meeting Mar 5, 2026 - Joint Meeting with the Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education Category 1. Welcome and Introductions: 6:30 p.m. Type Artie Harris, Chair, Planning Board Grace Rivera-Oven, President, Montgomery County Board of Education File Attachments 2. Infrastructure Workgroup Subject 2.01 Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting Mar 5, 2026 - Joint Meeting with the Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education Category 2. Infrastructure Workgroup Type Lisa Govoni, Housing, Infrastructure, and Zoning Supervisor Andrea Swiatocha, Deputy Chief, Division of Facilities Management   File Attachments 3. Enrollment Projections Subject 3.01 Enrollment Projections Meeting Mar 5, 2026 - Joint Meeting with the Montgomery County Planning Board and Board of Education Category 3. Enrollment Projections Type Hy-Soo Baek, Planner III, Montgomery County Planning - Design, Placemaking & Policy Andrea Swiatocha, Deputy Chief, Division of Facilities Management File Attach …
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION and MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING BOARD MEETING Wheaton, Maryland March 5, 2026                                                                       REVISED   The Montgomery County Board of Education (Board of Education) attended the annual joint board meeting hosted by the Montgomery County Planning Board (Planning Board) at the Maryland National Capital Parks and Planning Commission Wheaton Headquarters Auditorium located at 2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor, Wheaton, Maryland 20902, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.   Board Members and Board staff present: Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Karla Silvestre, Julie Yang, Laura Stewart, Rita Montoya, Natalie Zimmerman, Tom Lockman (deputy chief of staff), and Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst).   Other staff present during the course of the meeting: Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools), Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief, department of facilities management), DJ Connelly (acting director, department of planning and construction), and Julie Morris (supervisor, department of planning and constructio …
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Tue Mar 3, 2026

Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2

Board discusses Superintendent's recommendations on secondary program and boundaries

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a work session to review the Superintendent's recommendations regarding secondary program analysis and boundary studies. The session includes a review of student generation rates and an engagement calendar.

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✓ Decided: Board discusses secondary program analysis and boundary studies

The Board of Education received a presentation regarding the Superintendent's recommendation on secondary program analysis and boundary studies. Discussion included enrollment projections, special education considerations, and regional program assumptions.

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2 Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Mar 3, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 Category 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 1.2 Approval of the Agenda Meeting Mar 3, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 Category 1. Opening of Meeting - 10:00 a.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented. File Attachments 2. Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Subject 2.1 Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Meeting Mar 3, 2026 - Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 Category 2. Superintendent's Recommendation on Secondary Program Analysis and Boundary Studies Type 3/3/2026 - Revised PowerPoint has been posted.  Correction was made on slide 57, correcting the banner to reflect services.   File Attachments Supt Rec Secondary Prog Analysis Boundary Studies 260303 PPT REV.pdf (5,380 KB) Student Generation Rates 260303.pdf (75 KB) 2025-2026 Engagement Calendar 260303.pdf (411 KB) 3. Adjournment - 1:00 p.m.
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Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session #2 Informational Summary Tuesday, March 3, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president; arrived 10:04 a.m .); Brenda Wolff (vice president); Rita Montoya; Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang, Natalie Zimmerman ( virtual); Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services); Edith M. Lozada Salgado (communications coordinator); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder). Ms. Maloo did not participate in the work session.   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Niki T. Porter (chief academic officer); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (capital budget and projects manager, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations); Christopher C. Cram (deputy chief of staff for communication); Catheri …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

Policy committee to discuss emerging tech, background screening policies

The Policy Management Committee will review public comments on three policies: Emerging Technologies (IGS), Background Screening (GCC), and Policysetting (BFA). They will also discuss technical amendments to Policy KBA on Public Information. An informational summary of the December 2025 meeting and a summary of recently approved MCPS regulations will be presented.

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2 Thursday, February 26, 2026 Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda 3:00 p.m. Montgomery County Board of Education 15 West Gude Drive, Room 104, Rockville, Maryland 20850 [email protected] Committee Members Brenda Wolff, chair Julie Yang Natalie Zimmerman Anuva Maloo 1. Call to Order - 3:00 p.m. 2. Informational Summary Subject 2.1 Informational Summary for the December 3, 2025, Meeting Meeting Feb 26, 2026 - Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda Category 2. Informational Summary Type Information File Attachments 3. Discussion of Policy IGS, Emerging Technologies in Education Subject 3.1 Review public comments Meeting Feb 26, 2026 - Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda Category 3. Discussion of Policy IGS, Emerging Technologies in Education Type Discussion File Attachments Draft Policy IGS - Response to Public Comments..pdf (211 KB) Policy IGS - Public Comments.pdf (2,898 KB) Policy IGS - Themes of Public Comments and Recommended Responses.pdf (1,022 KB) Policy IGS PPT - PDF UPDATED.pdf (1,043 KB) 4. Discussion of Policy GCC, Background Screening of MCPS Employees, Candidates for MCPS Employment, Contractors, and Volunteers Subject 4.1 Review public comments Meeting Feb 26, 2026 - Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda Category 4. Discussion of Policy GCC, Background Screening of MCPS Employees, Candidates for MCPS Employment, Contractors, and Volunteers Type …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

Committee to discuss identifying, serving emergent multilingual learners

The Committee on Special Populations will review the informational summary from the November 18, 2025 meeting and then discuss identifying and serving emergent multilingual learners. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is primarily discussion and information-sharing.

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1 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Committee on Special Populations Meeting 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Committee Members Grace Rivera-Oven, Chair Rita Montoya Laura Stewart Committee on Special Populations 1. Call to Order -- 12:00 p.m. Subject 1.01 Welcome and Introductions Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Committee on Special Populations Meeting Category 1. Call to Order -- 12:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Information Summary Subject 2.01 Informational Summary for the November 18, 2025 Committee on Special Populations Meeting Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Committee on Special Populations Meeting Category 2. Information Summary Type File Attachments 3. Identifying and Serving Emergent Multilingual Learners Subject 3.01 Identifying and serving Emergent Multilingual Learners Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Committee on Special Populations Meeting Category 3. Identifying and Serving Emergent Multilingual Learners Type File Attachments 4. Adjournment -- 2:00 p.m.
Tue Feb 24, 2026

REVISED - Spring Public Hearing #2 - Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study - with List of Speakers

MCPS Board holds hearing on Woodward/Northwood boundary study

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on a proposed boundary study affecting Woodward and Northwood schools. The meeting includes recorded and in-person testimony from residents, cluster representatives, and organizations. No decisions are being made at this hearing; it is solely for gathering public input.

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✓ Decided: Board of Education holds public hearing on Woodward/Northwood boundary study

The Board of Education conducted a public hearing to receive testimony regarding the Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study. The meeting consisted of recorded and in-person testimonies from organizations, cluster representatives, students, and individuals. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

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2 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 REVISED - Spring Public Hearing #2 - Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study - with List of Speakers MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Opening of the Meeting Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - REVISED - Spring Public Hearing #2 - Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study - with List of Speakers Category 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Type THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS IS PRINTED ON THE AGENDA AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE AT THE DOOR.  WHEN A SPEAKER BEGINS, A GREEN LIGHT ON THE TIMER WILL GO ON. THIRTY SECONDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE SPEAKER’S TIME, A YELLOW LIGHT WILL GO ON WITH A BEEP, AND THE RED LIGHT AND BUZZER SIGNALS THAT THE SPEAKER IS NOT TO CONTINUE BEYOND THAT POINT.   ALL SPEAKERS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED TO PROVIDE THEIR TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE.  IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED THE TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE, PLEASE GIVE TWO COPIES TO STAFF (LOCATED AT THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE BOARD ROOM).  File Attachments 2. Recorded Testimony: Organizations and Associations (3 Minutes) Subject 2.1 Deborah Kornbluth Berger, Luxmanor Citizens Association (Video) Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - REVISED - Spring Public Hearing #2 - Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study - with List of Speakers Category 2. Recorded Testimony: Organizations and Associations (3 Minutes) Type File Attachments Deborah Kornbluth Berger …
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Spring Public Hearing #2 – Woodward/Northwood Boundary Study Informational Summary Tuesday, February 24, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via virtual media and in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president); Brenda Wolff (vice president; v irtual ); Rita Montoya; Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang, Natalie Zimmerman ( arrived 5:06 p.m.); Anuva Maloo; Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder).   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (capital budget and projects manager, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations); and Catherine Malchodi (executive director, Division of District Operations).   Translation assistance provided by – Laura Garcia Valdes and Janet G. Cueto      &n …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026

Spring Public Hearing #1 - Crown/Damascus Boundary Study - with List of Speakers (virtual)

Public hearing on Crown/Damascus school boundary study

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on the Crown/Damascus Boundary Study. The hearing includes recorded and in-person testimony from municipal representatives, students, cluster representatives, and individuals. No board decisions are scheduled; the hearing is for gathering public input.

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✓ Decided: The Board of Education held a public hearing on the Crown/Damascus Boundary Study

The Montgomery County Board of Education conducted a virtual public hearing regarding the Crown/Damascus Boundary Study. The meeting included testimony from students, cluster representatives, and various individuals. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.

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2 Monday, February 23, 2026 Spring Public Hearing #1 - Crown/Damascus Boundary Study - with List of Speakers (virtual) MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Opening of the Meeting Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #1 - Crown/Damascus Boundary Study - with List of Speakers (virtual) Category 1. Call to Order - 5:00 p.m. Type THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS IS PRINTED ON THE AGENDA AVAILABLE ON THE TABLE AT THE DOOR.  WHEN A SPEAKER BEGINS, A GREEN LIGHT ON THE TIMER WILL GO ON. THIRTY SECONDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE SPEAKER’S TIME, A YELLOW LIGHT WILL GO ON WITH A BEEP, AND THE RED LIGHT AND BUZZER SIGNALS THAT THE SPEAKER IS NOT TO CONTINUE BEYOND THAT POINT.   ALL SPEAKERS HAVE BEEN REQUESTED TO PROVIDE THEIR TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE.  IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED THE TESTIMONY IN ADVANCE, PLEASE GIVE TWO COPIES TO STAFF (LOCATED AT THE RIGHT FRONT OF THE BOARD ROOM).  File Attachments 2. In-Person Testimony: Municipalities (5 minutes) Subject 2.1 Monique Ashton, Mayor, City of Rockville Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Spring Public Hearing #1 - Crown/Damascus Boundary Study - with List of Speakers (virtual) Category 2. In-Person Testimony: Municipalities (5 minutes) Type File Attachments Testimony of the Rockville Mayor and Council Crown Damascus Boundary Study Public Hearing …
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Spring Public Hearing #1 – Crown/Damascus Boundary Study Informational Summary Monday, February 23, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via virtual media.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:   Grace Rivera-Oven (president); Brenda Wolff (vice president); Rita Montoya; Laura Stewart; Karla Silvestre; Julie Yang, Natalie Zimmerman; Anuva Maloo; Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff); Thomas C. Lockman (deputy chief of staff); Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst); and Rebecca Gibson (administrative secretary board finance/recorder).   Other staff present during the course of the hearing : Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Essie McGuire (chief of staff); Andrea Swiatocha (deputy chief of facilities management, Division of District Operations); Donald J. Connelly (capital budget and projects manager, Department of Planning and Construction, Division of Facilities Management, Division of District Operations); Catherine Malchodi (executive director, Division of District Operations); Julie Morris (supervisor, Planning and Real Estate, Division of Facilities Management); and Robin O’Hara (senior planner, Planning and Real Estate, Division of Facilities Management).   Translation assistance provided by – Laura Garcia Va …
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Thu Feb 19, 2026

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

Approval of procurement contracts and capital project changes for multiple schools

The Board of Education will vote on consent items including procurement contracts valued at $25,000 or more, an HVAC replacement contract for Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School, a change order over $100,000 for Northwood High School addition/upgrades, and cancellation of contractual agreements for Damascus High School major capital project. The meeting also includes public comments from 20 individuals and recognition of various awareness months and weeks.

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✓ Decided: Board approves revised agenda and various procurement and recognition items

The Board of Education approved a revised meeting agenda and several consent items including procurement contracts and staff recognitions. The Board also voted unanimously to enter into a closed session to discuss personnel, budget strategy, and legal matters.

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2 Thursday, February 19, 2026 REVISED Business Meeting Agenda MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 240-740-3030, [email protected] 1. Call to Order -- 12:00 p.m. Subject 1.1 Acknowledgement of a Quorum Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 1. Call to Order -- 12:00 p.m. Type File Attachments 2. Closed Session Approval Subject 2.1 Resolution for Today's Closed Session Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 2. Closed Session Approval Type Action File Attachments 260219 Resolution for Todays Closed Session.pdf (102 KB) 02.01 ADOPTED Res Todays Closed Session 260219.pdf (102 KB) 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Subject 3.1 Patricia B. O'Neill Student Art Gallery Opening Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 3.2 African American History Month Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 3.3 National School Counselors Week Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 p.m. Type File Attachments Subject 3.4 Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - REVISED Business Meeting Agenda Category 3. Celebrations -- 3:30 …
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Montgomery County Board of Education Informational Summary Thursday, February 19, 2026   The Board of Education of Montgomery County held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in person in the Patricia B. O’Neill Board of Education Room, Room 104, at 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850.  The following were present:   Board Members and Board Office staff:  Grace Rivera-Oven (president), Brenda Wolff (vice president) , Rita Montoya, Karla Silvestre, Laura Stewart, Julie Yang , Anuva Maloo, Lori-Christina Webb (chief of staff), Thomas Lockman (deputy chief of staff), Monica Hetrick (director, board senior analyst), Patricia Ursprung (coordinator, legislative affairs), Yolanda Faerber (coordinator, constituent services), and Victoria Van Dyke (administrative legal secretary/recorder).  Board member Ms. Natalie Zimmerman was not present for the meeting. Other staff present in person during the course of the Board Meeting:  Thomas W. Taylor (superintendent of schools); Ivon Alfonso-Windsor (chief financial officer);  Margaret S. Cage (chief of specialized support services); Kimberly R. Fields (chief technology officer); Nyah Hamlett (chief of equity and organizational development); Marcus G. Jones (chief safety officer); Adnan Mamoon (chief of district operations); Renee McCall (acting chief of human resources and talent management); Essie McGuire (chief of staff, Office …
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