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Education

MCPL Unveils 160-Title Hindi Collection at Germantown Library

Montgomery County Public Libraries debuts a new Hindi-language collection for children, teens, and adults at the Germantown Library on April 12.

MCPL· Mar 25, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Public Libraries to Unveil New Hindi-Language Collection at Ge…”
Mar 25
Education

Damascus High School Flagged for Major Renovation Needs

Councilmember Balcombe toured Damascus High School and found dangerous stairways and failing plumbing, calling for CIP funding.

Balcombe· Mar 25, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 25, 2026”
Mar 25
Education

State Grants Fund Teacher Certification Program for Degree Holders

Governor Moore announced grants supporting the ACET alternative teacher certification program, targeting displaced and retiring federal employees.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Education

MCPS Launches Survey on Grading, Safety, and Cell Phone Policies

MCPS is surveying families, students, and staff on operational changes including grading, police in schools, and cell phone rules.

MCPS· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Education

Education Committee Holds Final MCPS Capital Improvements Worksession

The Education and Culture Committee held its final MCPS Capital Improvements Program worksession on March 19, covering school building conditions and equity.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Education

Montgomery College Seeks $500M Capital Plan, Including New East County Campus

Education & Culture Committee reviewed Montgomery College's FY27–32 CIP, a nearly $500M request that includes a new $63M East County campus.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Education

Early Bird Deadline Extended for 2026 CCSS Leadership Symposium

Early Bird registration ($30) for the May 12 Child Care Support Services Leadership Symposium extended through March 27, 2026.

MCCCSS· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “Great News: Early Bird Extended for the 2026 CCSS Leadership Symposium!”
Mar 20
Education

Montgomery College Youth Summer Programs Highlighted on Radio Show

Montgomery College's youth summer programs, admissions guidance, and financial aid resources will be spotlighted on En Sintonía March 20.

MCCouncil· Mar 19, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Free Medical Services in Montgomery Coun…”
Mar 19
Education

Commission on Child Care Seeks New Members

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Commission on Child Care through April 15, 2026.

Montgomery County· Mar 18, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - March 18, 2026”
Mar 18
Education

EC Committee Holds Third Review of $2.79B MCPS Capital Improvements Plan

EC Committee meets March 19 at 1:30 p.m. for a project-by-project review of the $2.79 billion FY27-32 MCPS Capital Improvements Program.

MCCouncil· Mar 18, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on March 19, 2026”
Mar 18
Education

MCPS Board Members Mark Women's History Month

Board of Education members Laura Stewart and Natalie Zimmerman highlight Women's History Month celebrations for MCPS.

MCPS· Mar 17, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “PEG Bytes Newsletter #281; March 17, 2026”
Mar 17
Education

MCPS Pre-K Partnerships Fair at Three County Sites

MCPS hosts a Pre-K Partnerships Fair on March 25, 2–7 PM at locations in Rockville, Germantown, and Silver Spring.

MCCCSS· Mar 17, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “📣 Message from Our Partner: Montgomery County Public Schools”
Mar 17
Education

Free 10-Week Business Training for Family Child Care Educators

Montgomery County Child Care Support Services offers a free 10-week virtual business training series for registered family child care educators, starting April 21.

DHHS· Mar 17, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “FREE 10-Week Business Training for Family Child Care Educators!”
Mar 17
Education

FY27 Budget Fully Funds MCPS $3.8B Request

Elrich's FY27 budget provides $3.8 billion in operating funds for MCPS, a $189.9 million increase over FY26.

PIO· Mar 16, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “UPDATED Press Release: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Proposes FY27 Ope…”
Mar 16
Education

EquiCare Grant for Infant, Toddler Care Opening Soon

Montgomery County's EquiCare Grant, now in its third year, will soon open applications to expand infant and toddler child care seats.

DHHS· Mar 16, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Exciting News: Montgomery County’s EquiCare Grant is Opening Soon!”
Mar 16
Education

FY27 Budget Fully Funds MCPS at $3.8 Billion

Elrich's FY27 budget provides $3.8B in operating funds for MCPS, a $189.9M increase over FY26, fully meeting the Board of Education's request.

County Executive· Mar 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Proposes FY27 Operating Budget”
Mar 14
Education

Final Education Budget Forum at Einstein High School

Councilmember Jawando hosts third and final Education Budget Forum at Albert Einstein High School, 6:30–8:00 PM on March 11.

Jawando· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “FINAL Education Budget Forum Tomorrow”
Mar 10
Education

EquiCare Grant for Infant, Toddler Care Opens Soon

Montgomery County's EquiCare Grant, now in its third year, will soon open applications to expand infant and toddler child care access.

Montgomery County MD· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Exciting News: Montgomery County’s EquiCare Grant is Opening Soon!”
Mar 10
Education

White Oak Library Hosts Women Magicians History Program March 24

Magician Mike Rose presents a free Women's History Month program on female magicians at White Oak Library on March 24; seating is limited.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Education

MCPS to Receive $776K State Literacy Grant for Middle Schoolers

A $776,033 state grant under the Read and Lead Maryland initiative would boost literacy at high-needs MCPS middle schools.

MCCouncil· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
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