Parents, students push back against MCPS redistricting plan ahead of final vote

Published March 18, 2026 8:13 AM EDT

Parents and students voiced strong opposition Tuesday night to the Montgomery County Public Schools superintendent’s proposed redistricting plan, particularly "Option H." 

What we know:

The proposal would move Wootton High School students to the new Crown High School in Gaithersburg and convert Wootton into a holding school during other campus renovations.

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During a public forum with Superintendent Thomas Taylor, critics challenged the district’s plan and accused officials of rushing a flawed proposal. 

A group of parents announced they are filing a complaint with the state and seeking an independent investigation. 

What's next:

The school board is scheduled to take a final vote on the redistricting plan on March 26.

The Source: Information in this article comes from MCPS and previous FOX 5 reporting.

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