Tensions flare at MCPS board meeting as parents and advocates clash over gender-inclusive curriculum

Hundreds of protestors turned out in force at the Montgomery County School Board meeting again Thursday to express their continued demands that parents should be allowed to opt out of certain classes, and books about sexuality and gender.

Protestors flock to MCPS school board meeting over opt-out policy

Demonstrators turned out in large numbers Tuesday at the Montgomery County School Board meeting over a proposal that would prohibit parents from opting their children out of classes and books addressing topics related to sexuality and gender. 

Montgomery County Public Schools developing plan to address above average truancy rates

As the academic year comes to a close for students in Montgomery County Public Schools, new numbers showing just how many students are skipping class have district leaders concerned. 

CAIR demands apology from Montgomery County councilwoman over 'offensive' remarks

A national Muslim civil liberties group is demanding an apology from two Montgomery County officials after their recent comments in the opt-out school board debate about LGBTQ+ inclusive teaching materials. 

MCPS weighs financial literacy requirement for graduation

Montgomery County Public Schools could be one step closer to making a financial literacy class a requirement for graduation.

'Possibly intoxicated' substitute sent home from Magruder High School in an Uber

A substitute teacher arrived at Magruder High School Wednesday morning showing signs of being under the influence of alcohol. Instead of having him arrested, the school said it sent the substitute home in an Uber. 

Parents clash over LGBTQ+ books at MCPS board meeting

Protesters and parents gathered outside the Montgomery County School Board building on Tuesday while board members listened to community members debate the "no opt-out" policy for certain LGBTQ+ books approved for the classroom.

3 Montgomery County families sue MCPS over LBTQ books

On Wednesday, attorneys announced three Montgomery County Public Schools families (six parents) are suing the county’s superintendent and school board in the continued battle over LGBTQ books approved as part of MCPS’ updated curriculum.

MCPS students now allowed to bring Narcan to class

It's now okay for students in Montgomery County Public Schools to carry Narcan as a means to save the lives of classmates who overdose on fentanyl-laced opioids.

Montgomery County council looks to reduce MCPS funding to lower 10% tax hike

Lawmakers in Montgomery County are trying to trim back a controversial budget increase by Montgomery County Public Schools that would trigger a 10% property tax hike. 

Public hearing to discuss Montgomery County's 10 percent property tax increase

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich’s budget calls for a 10% property tax increase – and plenty of opinions on the matter are expected to be heard at a public forum Tuesday evening. 

Months of racially charged incidents prompts address from Montgomery County Public Schools

Montgomery County Public Schools is hosting an event Thursday night to address recent incidents of hate, bias, racism, antisemitism and LGBTQ+ prejudice over recent months.

Investigation finds traffic violations cost MCPS almost $150K

A concerning new report finds traffic violations made by Montgomery County Public Schools staff cost the district nearly $150,000.

After school recovery clubhouse helps Montgomery County students struggling with addiction

Every morning, students are bussed to the clubhouse at The Landing where they get one-on-one help with school work, and encouragement to reach their recovery goals in a safe and sober environment.

MCPS revises policy on LGBTQ-friendly books

MCPS updated its messaging Thursday regarding the use of inclusive LGBTQ texts in classrooms.