Board of Education

Board of Education to Meet Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

The business meeting will begin at 12:00 p.m., and closed session will begin at 9:00 a.m. Please Note:  The new meeting location is 15 West Gude Drive, Rockville, Maryland.  The meeting will be broadcast live on Comcast Channel 34 (HD 1071), Verizon FIOS Channel 36, and RCN Channel 89. The meeting is rebroadcast at 1:00 p.m. on the Saturday and Sunday following the meeting.

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Operating Budget - Public Hearing Notice

The Montgomery County Board of Education hold public hearings on January 16, and January 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., to hear testimony regarding the Superintendent’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget Program. 

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Engagement Takes Center Stage with New Advisory Committee by Board of Education

The Montgomery County Board of Education is committed to strengthening community engagement and communication. To bolster this commitment, the Board is creating a new advisory committee that will focus on these areas. The Board also announces new leaders and members for its other committees, which are essential to the Board’s work.

The Board sees an opportunity to strengthen community connections by creating a standing advisory committee focused on communications and engagement. Each year, the committee will address one key topic aimed at improving communication and engagement. During its first year, the committee will focus on the upcoming boundary studies for the Crown and Woodward High School projects and the expansion of Damascus High School. 

The new advisory committee will include community members, allowing them to play an active role in the process. The vice president will serve as the Board's representative on the committee. The advisory committee replaces the Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Committee established in 2019. More details about the committee's work will be shared soon.

The Board also announces new leadership and membership for its existing committees:

• Fiscal Management, chaired by Karla Silvestre and including Natalie Zimmerman, Laura Stewart, and Praneel Suvarna.
• Policy Management, chaired by Julie Yang and including Karla Silvestre, Brenda Wolff, and Praneel Suvarna.
• Special Populations, chaired by Grace Rivera-Oven and including Rita Montoya and Laura Stewart.
• Strategic Planning, chaired by Brenda Wolff and including Natalie Zimmerman and Rita Montoya.

The Board of Education’s committees explore topics in detail to provide recommendations to the full Board. All committee meetings are open to the public and livestreamed. 

Board of Education Invites Community to Learn about 2026 Budget Process

Board of Education Invites Community to Learn about 2026 Budget Process

The Montgomery County Board of Education invites the community to join an important series of community meetings to gain a deeper understanding of the MCPS budget process. Inside the MCPS Budget Process: How It Works and What’s Included will provide an opportunity to learn firsthand from Board President Julie Yang and MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor about the budget process and how this year’s recommended operating budget reflects the Board’s values and priorities.

Following a brief presentation, a Q&A session will allow attendees to ask questions and share thoughts directly with school leaders. Understanding the district’s budget is important for everyone and we encourage your participation in this vital conversation.

Community Meetings Schedule:

• Wednesday, January 22 – 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. | Seneca Valley High School (RSVP)
• Tuesday, January 28 – 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. | Paint Branch High School (RSVP)
• Thursday, January 30 – 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. | Virtual Meeting (RSVP)

RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Language interpretation services will be available upon request and based on staff availability.

The Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget is being crafted to reflect our shared values—equity, academic excellence, and student safety. Learn more about the budget and its priorities on the MCPS website.

Your voice matters. Whether through speaking at public hearings or submitting feedback via email at boe@mcpsmd.org, we encourage everyone to contribute their ideas and help shape the future of our schools.

Together, we will ensure that the MCPS budget continues to uphold the district’s legacy of excellence and serves all students with fairness, opportunity, and support.