At the GLOBE Center, explore Humanities, International Baccalaureate, or Critical Languages, Culture, and Global Connections. Build your ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and understand the cultures and perspectives that shape our world. ow.ly/FgnB50ZYBlK

Starting Soon! Join MCPS for a virtual meeting on the Elementary and Middle School Consolidation and Closure Study today at 12 p.m. Join the meeting at ow.ly/ZpUk50ZZ0vh

The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps from Paint Branch and Gaithersburg high schools came together for a joint Basic Leadership Training Camp at the Lathrop E. Smith Environmental Education Center. Hear more from the participants. ow.ly/GGHI50ZYTG9

Join MCPS for the Mary Howard Day of Service on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Students, families and community members are invited to participate in this annual volunteer event. Learn More & RSVP at ow.ly/c3kN50ZYBHK

Reminder! MCPS Elementary and Middle School Consolidation and Closure Study meetings begin today. Families, staff and community members are encouraged to attend, ask questions and share feedback. Find a meeting near you at mcpsstudy.org.

Oct. 12–16 is Maryland Sustainable Schools Week! 🌱🌎 Explore our MCPS Sustainability website to see how we support green, healthy schools: ow.ly/EUah50ZYzLG Like Rock Creek Forest Elementary School where students learned about recycling at a fun, interactive assembly.

At the MED Center, explore how science connects to human health and community well-being through Medical Science, Biotechnology Studies, Medical Assistant, or Pharmacy Technician. Build skills that can prepare you for college and health-related careers. ow.ly/Fh1950ZYeVf

Explore what your student is learning during Curriculum Preview Day. Connect with MCPS instructional specialists, ask questions, and more. 📍Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5-7 p.m. in the Carver Educational Services Center cafeteria

It’s National Principals Month! Throughout October, we’re celebrating the dedicated leaders who support students, staff and families across MCPS. Meet Rock Terrace School Principal Casey Siddons. ow.ly/QXUu50ZYcO6

🔥 The Fire Ribbon is a peer-to-peer recognition celebrating colleagues who go above and beyond through teamwork, collaboration and support. View the list: ow.ly/2tvK50ZXJ01 #FireRibbonFriday

Don't forget: Today, October 16, is a non-instructional day. There is no school for students. ow.ly/VMt250ZXNBs

This week's "Things to Know" includes: - The Hard Truth: Aging Schools, Declining Enrollment and Rising Costs Shape Capital Budget - One More Chance to Weigh In on the 2027-2028 School Calendar - School Closure and Consolidation Study + More ow.ly/RAAr50ZYfm3

The Centers of Montgomery County includes interest-based and criteria-based programs across five themes as well as MC Squared, where students may earn college credit or their associates degree at Montgomery College. Visit the MCPS website to learn more.

🏆⚽ Col. Zadok Magruder High School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a soccer tournament, Hispanic-owned food trucks, music in Spanish, Portuguese, and French, plus arts & crafts for Día de los Muertos! 🎉 Check out photos from the celebration: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD5s5p

It’s National School Lunch Week! Fun fact: MCPS serves over 18 million meals per year. Wondering what's for lunch or breakfast? Search “Menus” on the MCPS Website to see what’s available with pictures and nutritional information. Watch: ow.ly/F7bp50ZXN4f

High School winter sports registration is now open. Registration for boys’ and girls’ middle school basketball opens at noon on Oct. 26. Register is ParentVue. Contact your school’s athletic director or athletic coordinator for help. ow.ly/KrJ250ZXmNk

Tune in to Capital Budget and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Preliminary Presentation and Work Session this morning, Oct. 15, at 10 a.m. Watch: ow.ly/Ekns50ZXLMu Agenda: ow.ly/5KBh50ZXLMq

Families can tour 16 career programs at Thomas Edison High School of Technology, meet teachers, learn about college credit, industry certifications and work-based learning, and more. Oct. 15 | 6:30–8 p.m. 12501 Dalewood Dr., Silver Spring Learn more - ow.ly/1aaw50ZXm1u