Free pre-K registration for low-income families is open for Fall 2026, with in-person events April 30 in Gaithersburg and May 21 in Silver Spring.
Montgomery County Early Childhood Services hosts a virtual Sensory Play session for parents and caregivers on April 28, 2026.
New state grants support the ACET program, helping degree-holders and displaced federal workers pursue teaching careers in Maryland.
MCPS reminds families that Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) end-of-year tests are upcoming; consistent attendance is key.
EC Committee meets April 27 for a third review of MCPS's $3.54B FY27 budget request, with the County Executive recommending $3.78B.
EC Committee holds second review of Montgomery College's $351.5M FY27 operating budget request on April 27.
Montgomery County Child Care Support Services provides free coaching to center and family child care programs on classroom management and child development.
Council President's FY27 budget plan increases local funding for Montgomery County Public Schools by $90 million over FY26 levels.
Montgomery County Child Care Support Services extended the IECMH Consultation application deadline to April 30, 2026 for new applicants only.
Early Childhood Services hosts a "Ready Set Grow!" virtual session on preparing children for new learning environments on June 24.
Early Childhood Services hosts a virtual session on positive co-parenting strategies for children's success on May 27, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Early Childhood Services holds a virtual family learning session on picky eaters for parents and caregivers on May 6 at 7 p.m.
Early Childhood Services hosts a virtual session on preschool readiness for parents and caregivers on April 22 at 7 p.m.
DHHS Early Childhood Services is offering $2.07M in FY27 EquiCare grants to licensed child care providers for infant and toddler seats; closes April 24.
Gov. Moore announced grants for Maryland colleges to fund the ACET program, targeting displaced federal workers and others seeking to teach.
MCPS urges consistent student attendance as Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program tests approach at end of the school year.
Montgomery County Public Schools would get a $90 million boost in local funding over FY26 under the revised budget plan.
Imagination Stage partners with Kaiser Permanente to offer free educational theatre programs on children's mental health for grades 2–10.
Children's Opportunity Alliance and partners screen 'Make a Circle,' a documentary on early care and education, April 16 at BlackRock Center for the Arts.
MCITP hosts a free evening session on picky eating in young children, covering causes and at-home strategies for parents.