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

Parents, students push back against MCPS redistricting plan

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

GAITHERSBURG, Md. - 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.