Montgomery County Public Schools

10/14/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Helping Latino Families Understand the Special Education Process

This workshop, conducted in Spanish, will help parents of children with disabilities become more knowledgeable about the special education process and how to support their children’s education.

Rosemont ES
16400 Alden Ave.
Gaithersburg 20877    

10/19/09

 7:00–9:00 p.m.

Middle School Magnet: Humanities and Communication Magnet Program

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Eastern MS
300 University Blvd.
Silver Spring 20901              

10/20/09

6:30–8:00 p.m.

Preparing for SATs and ACTs: The Seventh Key to College Readiness

Scoring 1650 on the SAT entrance exam or 24 on the ACT exam helps students gain acceptance to the colleges of their choice. This workshop will provide information to help parents help their children be prepared to take the SAT or ACT. 

Richard Montgomery HS
250 Richard Montgomery Dr.    Rockville 20852

10/20/09

 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Preparing for SATs and ACTs: The Seventh Key to College Readiness (conducted in Spanish)

Scoring 1650 on the SAT entrance exam or 24 on the ACT exam helps students gain acceptance to the colleges of their choice. This workshop, conducted in Spanish, will provide information and resources to help parents help their children be prepared to take the SAT or ACT. 

Richard Montgomery HS
250 Richard Montgomery Dr.    Rockville 20852

10/21/09

7:00–8:30  p.m.

Communicating with Your Child’s Teacher

Learn tips to prepare for parent–teacher conferences, and discover the difference ongoing, positive communication between parents and teachers can make in a child’s educational experience.

Tilden MS
11211 Old Georgetown Rd.
Rockville 20852

10/21/09

7:00–9:00 p.m.

Middle School Magnet:  Science, Mathematics, Computer Science Magnet Programs

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Takoma Park MS
7611 Piney Branch Rd.
Silver Spring 20910

10/21/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Special Education: Advocating for Your Child

Session 1 of 4

This, the first in a series of four workshops facilitated by the Montgomery County Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health, will provide parents with information about the special education process and how to advocate to help your child’s academic performance.

Shady Grove MS
8100 Midcounty Hwy.
Gaithersburg 20877

10/22/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

High School Magnet: Science, Mathematics, Computer Science Magnet Programs

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Montgomery Blair HS
51 University Blvd.
Silver Spring 20901

10/22/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Understanding ADHD and How to Help Your Child

Parents will learn about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and explore strategies and interventions to manage behaviors that may interfere with academic and social success.

Benjamin Banneker MS
14800 Perrywood Dr.
Burtonsville 20866

10/24/09

9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Behind the Scenes with the Universities at Shady Grove: Admissions, Financial Aid, and Tour

Learn about the programs at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG).  USG offer more than 60 undergraduate degree programs from nine institutions within the University System of Maryland. USG provides a variety of options to meet students’ needs.

The Universities at Shady Grove, Building 3
9630 Gudelsky Dr.  
Rockville 20850

10/26/09

7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

High School Magnet: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Richard Montgomery HS
250 Richard Montgomery Dr.    Rockville 20852

10/26/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Town Hall Conversation: Helping Your Child Make Good Decisions

Students today face many issues, including peer pressure, bullying, impulsivity, misuse of social networking sites, and poor decision-making skills. This session will use role play and discussion to assist parents with strategies to help their child solve problems effectively and avoid discipline referrals and suspensions.

Springbrook HS
201 Valleybrook Dr.
Silver Spring 20904

10/27/09

7:00–9:00 p.m.

Elementary School Magnet Program: Elementary Centers for the Highly Gifted

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Quince Orchard HS
15800 Quince Orchard Blvd.
Gaithersburg 20878

10/27/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Staying Healthy During the Flu Season

This session, conducted by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, will provide information to help prevent seasonal flu and H1N1 virus. Find out about the resources available to families what to do if children or other family members get the flu.

College Gardens ES
1700 Yale Place
Rockville 20850

10/27/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Ten Laws to Help the 21st Century Parent

Parenting children in the 21st century is a rewarding challenge. This engaging and interactive session will help parents will learn ways to build a strong parent–child bridge and strengthen the student–parent–school relationship. 

Shady Grove MS
8100 Midcounty Hwy.
Gaithersburg 20877

10/27/09

7:00–9:00 p.m.

High School Magnet: Communication Arts Program

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Montgomery Blair HS
51 University Blvd.
Silver Spring 20901

10/28/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Special Education: The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Session 2 of 4

Parents of children with disabilities will learn about the Individuals with Disabilities Act and how parents can prepare for the Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting in order to establish appropriate IEP goals and objectives for students.

Shady Grove MS
8100 Midcounty Hwy.            Gaithersburg 20877

10/28/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

CyberSafety: Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet

Identify the most common websites used by children, their content, and techniques for monitoring computer use. Parents also will learn about cyberbullying and sexting. Presented in collaboration with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Montgomery County Police Department.

Argyle MS
2400 Bel Pre Rd.
Silver Spring  20906

10/29/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Teen Driving and Drinking                           

Students are encouraged to attend this session with their parents. This session, conducted in collaboration with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, discusses the dangers and consequence of teen drinking and driving. 

Montgomery Blair HS
51 University Blvd.
Silver Spring 20901

10/29/09

7:00 p.m.

Gifted and Talented Application Workshop (Elementary, Middle, High)

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Gaithersburg HS
314 South Frederick Ave.
Gaithersburg 20877

11/2/09

7:00–9:00 p.m.

Gifted and Talented Programs Application Workshop (Elementary, Middle, High)

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

Wheaton HS
12601 Dalewood Dr.
Silver Spring 20906

11/4/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Staying Healthy During Flu Season

This session, conducted by the, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services will provide parents with information to help prevent seasonal flu and H1N1 virus. Find out about the resources available to families and what to do if your child or other family members get the flu.

William H. Farquhar MS
16915 Batchellors Forest Rd.
Olney 20832

11/4/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Special Education: Problem Solving with the School (Session 3 of 4)

Learn about the organizational structure of the school system and the necessary steps to take to resolve conflict.

Shady Grove MS
8100 Midcounty Hwy.                Gaithersburg 20877

11/4/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Can We Talk? Speaking Up for Your Children to Help Them Succeed

This workshop, conducted in collaboration with members of the Parent Advisory Council, provides parents with practical tips to plan for meetings and conversations with school staff and to advocate for their children. 

Richard Montgomery HS
250 Richard Montgomery Dr. Rockville 20852

11/5/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Can We Talk? Speaking Up for Your Children to Help Them Succeed (Spanish)

This workshop, presented in Spanish in collaboration with members of the Parent Advisory Council, provides parents with practical tips to plan for meetings and conversations with school staff and to advocate for their children.

Wheaton HS
12601 Dalewood Dr.
Silver Spring 20906

11/5/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Organization Matters In Middle School:

Helping Your Child

Need assistance with helping your middle school student keep up with assignments, projects, schedules, and more? This session will offer strategies that will help you and your child.

Quince Orchard HS
15800 Quince Orchard Rd.
Gaithersburg 20878

11/9/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Behind the Scenes with MCPS Transportation: 

Keeping the Buses Rolling

Ever wonder how the school system keeps more than 1,000 buses on the road every day? Go behind the scenes and visit the Department of Transportation’s Shady Grove Depot to see what goes into making bus routes and transporting more than 96,000 students to school.

County Service Park  
Shady Grove Transportation Depot
16651 Crabbs Branch Way
Rockville 20855

11/9/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Math Dude

Let the Math Dude show you and your children how cool math can be. Mike DeGraba, the Math Dude, from the award-winning MCPS Instructional TV series makes Algebra I come alive and helps students and parents connect Algebra to the real world. Learn tips and strategies to help assist students. If you have forgotten your X’s and 0’s, this session is for you.

Kingsview MS
18909 Kingsview Rd.
Germantown 20874

11/11/09

10:00–11:30 a.m.

Behind the Scenes with MCPS Food and Nutrition Services: What’s For Lunch?

This session will give you an inside peek at what it takes to prepare nutritious meals for MCPS students. You will have an opportunity to tour the Central Processing Facility, where large quantities of foods are prepared for the school breakfast and lunch program. Get your questions answered, and also learn how good nutrition is key to health and wellness. 

Food Services Division Warehouse
16644 Crabbs Branch Way
Rockville 20855

11/11/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Special Education: Monitoring Your Child’s Progress (Session 4 of 4)

Learn how to organize your child’s records and papers and understand the assessments and benchmarks used to measure your child’s academic progress.

Shady Grove MS
8100 Midcounty Hwy.
Gaithersburg 20877

11/12/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

After High School Planning for Students with Disabilities

This session provides parents of students with disabilities information about options after high school.

Earle B. Wood MS
14615 Bauer Dr.
Rockville 20853

11/12/09

7:00–9:00 p.m.

High School Magnet: Leadership Training Institute Program

This session is conducted by the Division of Consortia Choice and Application Program Services.

John F. Kennedy HS
1901 Randolph Rd.
Silver Spring 20902

11/16/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Hands-On Math Strategies for Students in Elementary School

Need tips on how to help strengthen your child’s math skills? This session offers hands-on strategies to help elementary students connect mathematics to real world experience and strengthen problem-solving skills.  

Cannon Road ES
901 Cannon Rd.
Silver Spring 20904

11/16/09

6:30–8:00 p.m.

Behind the Scenes with Montgomery College:  Admissions, Financial Aid, and Tour

Take a tour of the Montgomery College Rockville Campus and get a taste of college life, learn about Montgomery College programs, and find out what it takes to be a successful college student. This session, conducted by Montgomery College staff, also provides time to get your questions answered.

Lobby of the Applied Science Building
Montgomery College, Rockville Campus
51 Mannakee St.
Rockville 20850

11/16/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Town Hall Conversation: Helping Your Child Make Good Decisions

Students today face many issues, including peer pressure, bullying, impulsivity, misuse of social networking sites, and poor decision-making skills. This session will use role play and discussion to provide strategies to help children solve problems effectively and avoid discipline referrals and suspensions.

Carver Educational Services Center, Auditorium
850 Hungerford Dr.
Rockville 20850

11/16/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Bullying Hurts: How to Prevent It

This session provides information to help raise awareness about the impact of bullying, identity the health risks for all involved, and identify steps for prevention.  

John Poole MS
17014 Tom Fox Ave.
Poolesville 20837

11/18/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Seven Keys to College Readiness

Learn about the Seven Keys to College Readiness, a pathway for students in Grades K– 12 to follow that will increase their likelihood of being ready for college and earning degree. Find out the questions to ask to monitor your child’s academic progress and advocate for your child.

Parkland MS
4610 West Frankfort Dr.   Rockville 20853

11/30/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Lights, Camera, Action: Videography for the Amateur Cameraman

Interested in learning some tips to help improve your family’s video and picture taking?  Plan on attending this session and find out some tricks of the trade. 

Carver Educational Services Center, Auditorium
850 Hungerford Dr.
Rockville 20850

12/3/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

CyberSafety: Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet and Cell Phones

This session will help parents identify the most common websites used by children, their content, and techniques for monitoring computer use. Parents also will learn about cyberbullying and sexting. Presented in collaboration with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Montgomery County Police Department.

A. Mario Loiederman MS
12701 Goodhill Rd.
Silver Spring 209906

12/3/09

7:00–8:30 p.m.

Ten Laws to Help the 21st Century Parent

Parenting 21st century children is a rewarding challenge. This engaging and interactive session will help parents learn ways to build a strong parent–child bridge and strengthen the student–parent–school relationship. 

White Oak MS
12201 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring 20904