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2025 Veteran in Education Service Award Recipient

11/12/2025

Teacher at Gov. Thomas Johnson High Named the 2025 Veteran in Education Service Award Recipient

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FCPS Veterans in Education Service

11/07/2025

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FCPS Schools Ranked Significantly Higher Than Schools Across Maryland

11/05/2025

FCPS Schools Ranked Significantly Higher Than Schools Across Maryland

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Tuscarora High, Middletown High Earn Top Honors at State Marching Band Championships

11/04/2025

Tuscarora High, Middletown High Earn Top Honors at State Marching Band Championships

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FCPS celebrates openings of new Green Valley and Valley Elementary buildings

10/01/2025

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Myersville Elementary is One of Eight Schools Named a 2025 Maryland Blue Ribbon School

09/30/2025

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ALonna Soward-Puryear is Maryland Teacher of the Year

Monocacy Elementary Educator named Maryland Teacher of the Year

09/26/2025

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FCPS Hosting Annual Marching Band Festival

09/25/2025

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Governor Wes Moore, Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson and Principal Eric Rhodes

Groundbreaking for New Linganore Creek Elementary

09/17/2025

Governor Wes Moore, Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson and Principal Eric Rhodes

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09/05/2025

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MD State Department of Education assessment results 2025

FCPS Shares State Assessment results for 2025

08/26/2025

District Remains Among Top Performers in State

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FCPS Students Place in SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference

08/15/2025

Two FCPS Career & Technology Center (CTC) students recently placed in the national top 10 at the 61st annual SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) in Atlanta.

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FCPS Superintendent Celebrated by National Center for Children and Families

08/13/2025

FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson was selected as the recipient of the Tom Cookerly Exceptional School Superintendent Award by the National Center for Children and Families.

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FCPS Participates in National School Breakfast and Lunch Program

08/06/2025

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Food and Nutrition Services is participating in the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program during the 2025-2026 school year.

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FCPS Celebrates Yellow Springs Elementary Groundbreaking

07/30/2025

When Yellow Springs Elementary students arrive for the first day of school in the 2026-27 school year, they will attend classes in a new school building. Yellow Springs student ambassadors were joined by state, local and FCPS leaders for the celebratory groundbreaking ceremony of the new Yellow Springs Elementary on July 29.

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17th Annual FCPS Stuff the Bus Campaign is Now Underway

07/24/2025

The 17th annual Stuff the Bus school-supply drive began in June and will run through August 4th. More than 40 Frederick businesses and organizations make it easy for the public to participate.

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Board of Education Announces New Communications Platform

07/01/2025

The Board of Education of Frederick County (BOE) is transitioning to a new online platform, Granicus PEAK, for managing and sharing Board materials, including Board meeting and committee meeting agendas, minutes, and videos.

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Board of Education reaches tentative agreements with employee bargaining units

06/26/2025

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Board of Education approves Fiscal Year 2026 budget

06/26/2025

The Board of Education of Frederick County approved the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026) operating budget at its June 25 meeting.

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Urbana Elementary Educator Named Substitute Teacher of the Year

06/17/2025

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Gov. Thomas Johnson High Students Earn Top Honors at Startup Frederick Competition

06/09/2025

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All-time High Number of Students Graduate from FCC Early College Program

05/28/2025

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Walkersville High’s Nikole Ramsay named FCPS School Counselor of the Year

05/22/2025

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2025 FCPS Overall Support Employee of the Year, Courtney Prahl

05/22/2025

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FCPS Career Signing Day Celebrates Students Hired Following Successful Apprenticeships

05/12/2025

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2025 Tressler Distinguished Teacher Lydia Kowalski

Brunswick High School Literacy Specialist Lydia Kowalski is the 2025 Charles E. Tressler Distinguished Teacher Award Recipient

04/30/2025

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Monocacy Elementary’s ALonna Soward Named 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year

04/30/2025

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FCPS Names Finalists for Washington Post Educator Awards

04/25/2025

Walkersville High principal Dr. Stephanie Ware and Brunswick Elementary music educator AnnaClaire Ballard-Ayoub are finalists for educator awards facilitated by The Washington Post.

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Name the Newest FCPS School: Elemetary School #41

04/14/2025

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) invites the public to participate in the process of naming elementary school #41.

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2025 FCPS Teacher of the Year Finalists

04/11/2025

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is eager to announce the four teachers that are advancing as finalists for the 2025-2026 FCPS Teacher of the Year Award.

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FCPS Announces 2025 Support Employees of the Year Category Winners

04/09/2025

Six Frederick County Public Schools employees have been recognized for their consistent support of students, staff, and the community via the 2025 FCPS Support Employee of the Year program.

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FCPS Announces 2025 Secondary Science Fair Top Honors

04/01/2025

Frederick, MD – Frederick County Public Schools hosted the annual Secondary Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday, March 22, at Tuscarora High School. It featured the innovative work of middle and high school students from all across Frederick County.

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Board of Education Statement Regarding Title IX investigation

03/25/2025

At a meeting of the Board of Education of Frederick County held on January 8, 2025, Board Member Colt Black made an inappropriate comment that was directed to a particular segment of our population. Frederick County Public Schools received numerous complaints, including formal Title IX complaints, from the community and staff members regarding the nature of the comment.

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33 FCPS students have been named 2025 Carson Scholars

03/19/2025

Frederick County Public Schools is proud to announce that 33 FCPS students have been named 2025 Carson Scholars.

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2025 Charles E. Tressler Distinguished Teacher Award

FCPS Seeks Nominations for Tressler Award

03/06/2025

Frederick County Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2025 Charles E. Tressler Distinguished Teacher Award. Named for a former Hood College faculty member who encouraged students to enter the teaching profession, this award recognizes an FCPS teacher who has had a significant positive impact on young people.

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FCPS Announces 42 Teachers Earned National Board Certification

03/05/2025

This year, 42 Frederick County Public Schools educators achieved National Board Certification through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

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FCPS Celebrating Youth Art Month with Student Art Exhibit at The Delaplaine

03/04/2025

March is Youth Art Month! To celebrate, the annual FCPS Youth Art Month student art exhibit will be hosted at The Delaplaine Arts Center in Frederick.

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FCPS Hosting the 32nd Annual Career and Technology Fair

03/04/2025

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is looking forward to hosting the 32nd annual Career and Technology Fair.

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FCPS Releases Four-Year Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for Class of 2024

02/26/2025

Graduation Rate: Overall, the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate for the Class of 2024 increased by more than 1% to 94.3%. More than 3,400 diplomas were earned from FCPS high school students in 2024.

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Linganore High Junior Alex Thomas Voted Next Student Member of the Board

02/19/2025

Frederick, MD – Linganore High School junior Alex Thomas has been elected as the next Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) for Frederick County. Thomas was chosen from a field of five candidates. His one-year term begins July 1, and until then, he will shadow current SMOB Elijah Steele from Gov. Thomas Johnson High School.

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Dr. Dyson Community Message

01/23/2025

The purpose of this message is to provide you with a reminder about our commitment to ensuring that every student, family, and staff member feels safe, welcomed, and supported.

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Governor Wes Moore Visits Oakdale High

01/22/2025

Governor Wes Moore, Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater, and FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson visited Oakdale High School on the first day of the second semester to highlight investments being made in school construction.

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Tuscarora High’s Mike O’Brien Named National Allied Sports Coach of the Year

01/14/2025

Tuscarora High’s Mike O’Brien, a longtime unified sports coach who champions athletic opportunities for students regardless of their abilities, was named the 2023-24 National Allied Coach of the Year by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).

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PowerSchool Data Breach Impacting FCPS

01/09/2025

We are writing to inform you of a data breach that affected FCPS as part of a larger incident involving PowerSchool, a Student Information System (SIS) used by schools nationwide.

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FCPS Superintendent Shares Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget

01/06/2025

FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson shared her recommended Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget intended to build on the successes of recent years while providing students with the resources they need.

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FCPS Academic Tournament Begins in January

01/02/2025

It’s time once again for the annual Frederick County Academic Tournament. This year’s event will take place at Frederick High School with first matches scheduled for Friday, January 3.

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FCPS Announces Pages for the 2025 Legislative Session of the Maryland General Assembly

12/27/2024

Five Frederick County Public Schools students will serve as pages for the 2025 legislative session of the Maryland General Assembly.

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Board of Education of Frederick County Holds Elections

12/11/2024

The Board of Education of Frederick County elected Rae Gallagher as President and Dean Rose as Vice President.

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Maryland Report Card Results Reflect Improvement in FCPS

12/04/2024

Maryland Report Card Results Reflect Improvement in FCPS

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New Board of Education Members Take Official Oath of Office

12/03/2024

Frederick, MD – Janie Monier, Colt Black, and Jaime Brennan, three recently elected Board of Education of Frederick County members, took their official oath of office in the FCPS Board Room Tuesday. All three were elected to four-year terms.

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FCPS Invites Community to Several Community Budget Listening Sessions

11/12/2024

Frederick, MD – The public is invited to several community budget listening sessions as FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson gathers feedback prior to releasing her Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget in January.

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FCPS Names Veteran Employee of the Year in Time for Veterans Day

11/11/2024

Frederick County Public Schools is pleased to share that Brian Stocks, Instructional Assistant at Middletown High School, has been chosen as the recipient of the 2024 Veterans in Education Service Award.

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FCPS Has Ribbon Cutting for New STEM Center at Carroll Manor Elementary Frederick, MD

11/11/2024

Frederick, MD – Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS), is proud to announce the launch of the new Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation STEM Center at Carroll Manor Elementary with the collaboration of Rowan Digital Infrastructure.

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FCPS Marching Bands Took Home Multiple Placements at State Competition

11/05/2024

Frederick County Public Schools is thrilled to share that nine FCPS marching bands competed in the MMBA (Maryland Marching Band Association) state championships at Towson University on Saturday, November 2. FCPS marching bands took home three state championships as well as several other placements.

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FCPS All-County High School Marching Band Festival – October 14

10/09/2024

The annual FCPS All-County High School Marching Band Festival will take place Monday, October 14 at 6 p.m. at Tuscarora High.

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FCPS recognized as national leader in instruction

09/26/2024

During the September 11 Board of Education of Frederick County meeting, FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson shared the importance – and challenge – of providing equity-driven, evidence-informed instruction that benefits all students.

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Catoctin High Earns National Banner Recognition from Special Olympics North America

09/24/2024

Catoctin High earned national banner recognition from Special Olympics North America for schoolwide efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and without special needs.

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FCPS Participates in National School Breakfast and Lunch Program

09/17/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS), Food and Nutrition Services announces participation in the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program for school year 2024-2025.

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FCPS Shares State Assessment Results

08/28/2024

Frederick, MD – FCPS students outperformed the state average by 11 to 16 points in English/Language Arts, 4 to 15 points in Math, and 7 to 8 points in Science at different grade levels, according to the 2024 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) results for English/Language Arts, Math, and Science.

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Nine FCPS Career and Technology Center students place nationally at SkillsUSA conference

08/26/2024

Nine FCPS Career & Technology Center students recently placed in the top ten at the 60th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta.

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FCPS Students Earn National Honors at Future Business Leaders of America Conference

07/25/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to announce that several students from Urbana High School and Middletown High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) teams competed at the 2024 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida and earned national recognition.

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The 16th Annual FCPS Stuff the Bus Campaign is Now Underway

07/25/2024

Each year generous Frederick County businesses and citizens help students start school with the necessary supplies that some families cannot provide. This year is no exception.

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Frederick County Public Schools Partnering with United Way of Frederick County for Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive

07/09/2024

Each year, Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) partners with United Way of Frederick County, local businesses, and the community to collect and distribute school supply donations, ensuring that every student in Frederick County starts the school year with the tools and supplies they need to learn.

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Frederick County Public School Students Elected to State FFA Officers Team

07/03/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to share that three of the six newly elected 2024-2025 Maryland State FFA officers are Frederick County Public School graduates.

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Board of Education of Frederick County Approves FY25 budget

07/01/2024

The Board of Education of Frederick County has approved the fiscal year 2025 operating budget, totaling $940 million. This marks a 3.3 percent increase over the current budget, aimed at addressing critical needs such as recruiting and retaining staff, accommodating rapid growth, supporting students, and managing inflationary costs.

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Board of Education reaches tentative agreements with all three employee bargaining units

06/13/2024

Frederick, MD (June 13, 2024) – The Board of Education of Frederick County (Board) has reached a tentative agreement with all three employee bargaining units: the Frederick County Association of School Support Employees (FASSE), the Frederick County Teachers Association (FCTA) and the Frederick County Administrative and Supervisory Association (FCASA).

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Middletown Middle is the First Middle School to be Named the Winner of the FCPS Superintendent’s Cup

06/10/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to announce that the Middletown Middle School Student Government has been named the recipient of the 2024 Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent’s Cup, making Middletown the first middle school to win the award.

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FCPS Free Summer Food Service Program

06/10/2024

Beginning Monday, June 17, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services will be serving free breakfast and lunch to anyone in the community 18 years old or younger. Those over 18 who are enrolled in an educational program for people with disabilities will also be served meals.

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FCPS Recognizes the 2024 Substitute of the Year Posted June 6, 2024

06/06/2024

Frederick, MD – Substitute Teacher Gregory Biggs was named the 2024 Frederick County Public Schools Substitute of the Year.

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FCPS Fiscal Services Division Earns Two National Awards

06/04/2024

Frederick, MD – Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to announce that the Fiscal Services Division has been recognized for two national awards for financial reporting for the FCPS Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

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Oakdale High student wins Startup Frederick competition

05/28/2024

Ninth annual competition modeled after ‘Shark Tank’ generates innovative business ideas

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FCPS students graduate from FCC Early College Program

05/28/2024

Frederick, MD (May 28, 2024) – This month, a record 25 students graduated from the Frederick Community College Early College Program.

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Ozreen Parker, Michelle Watson, and Dana Brashear recognized by Frederick County School Counselor Association

05/22/2024

The Frederick County School Counselor Association (FCSCA) would like to congratulate the following “2024 FCPS School Counselor of the Year” award recipients:

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Tuscarora High School Teacher Named Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year Recipient

05/20/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is pleased to announce that Tuscarora High School teacher, Brandon Chuhran, was awarded the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year Award for District 2, Post 7757.

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Frederick High School’s Brandon Brewbaker named overall Support Employee of the Year

05/16/2024

Frederick, MD (May 16, 2024) – Instructional Assistant Brandon Brewbaker was named the overall 2024 FCPS Support Employee of the Year at last night’s Board of Education of Frederick County meeting.

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Linganore High School Teacher Recognized with State Award in American History

05/15/2024

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Frederick County Public Schools is excited to celebrate the graduating Class of 2024 at commencement ceremonies taking place in May.

05/08/2024

As we prepare to celebrate graduates, here’s more information on our ceremonies and our instructional plans on graduation days.

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Catoctin High, Sabillasville Environmental named Maryland Green Schools

05/07/2024

Catoctin High and Sabillasville Environmental School are the two latest FCPS communities added to the Maryland Green Schools program.

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FCPS hosts groundbreaking for new Valley Elementary building

04/30/2024

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Green Valley Elementary groundbreaking ceremony

FCPS hosts groundbreaking for new Green Valley Elementary building

04/30/2024

When the original Green Valley Elementary building opened in 1971, staff kept the shovel from the original groundbreaking ceremony for historical reasons.

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2024 Secondary Science & Engineering Fair Results

Results of the 2024 FCPS Secondary Science Engineering Fair

04/29/2024

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5th Grade All-County Honors Chorus to Perform

04/26/2024

The 37th annual FCPS 5th Grade All-County Honors Chorus Concert makes the Weinberg Center for the Arts the place to be on Wednesday, May 1, at 7 p.m.

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Urbana Elementary educator named FCPS Teacher of the Year

04/25/2024

Multilingual Education Program Teacher Ivette Taboas earns prestigious honor

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Linganore High English teacher earns Tressler Award

04/25/2024

Patti Kolias receives honor presented annually to outstanding FCPS educator

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Washington Post Teacher of the Year Finalist

FCPS names finalists for Washington Post Educator Awards

04/23/2024

Teacher of the Year finalist: Peter Ricciuti, Rock Creek School Principal of the Year finalist: Janine Smith, Thurmont Middle School

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Frederick High’s Maggie Arnold earns Milken Award

04/18/2024

Frederick High’s Maggie Arnold, who immigrated to the United States as a youth and found her calling as a mathematics teacher, is a 2023 Milken Educator Award recipient.

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OPEB Community Member Vacancy Notice

04/17/2024

The Board of Education of Frederick County announces a vacancy on the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund Investment Committee.

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Announcing the 2024-2025 FCPS Teacher of the Year Finalists

04/17/2024

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is thrilled to announce the five Frederick County Public Schools teachers that are advancing as finalists for the 2024-25 FCPS Teacher of the Year Award, the county's most prestigious honor given annually to an educator.

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Maryland Council for the Social Studies Teacher of the Year

Oakdale High School Teacher Kate Ehrlich Named Maryland Council for Social Studies Teacher of the Year

04/12/2024

Oakdale High School Teacher Named Maryland Council for Social Studies Teacher of the Year

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FCPS Releases 2023 Graduation and Dropout Rates

03/27/2024

Frederick County Public Schools is proud to share the Class of 2023 graduation and dropout rates:

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Frederick High's Sheri Murphy named finalist for national award

03/26/2024

Frederick High School’s Sheri Murphy is one of three finalists for 2024 National Assistant Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).

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FCPS Announces Support Employees of the Year

03/12/2024

Seven Frederick County Public Schools support employees are being celebrated in the 2024 Support Employee of the Year Award program.

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Youth Art Month Exhibit coming soon to The Delaplaine

02/27/2024

March is Youth Art Month! To celebrate, the annual FCPS Youth Art Month student art exhibit will be hosted at The Delaplaine Arts Center in Frederick.

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FCPS Career and Tech Fair to feature student competitions

02/23/2024

Frederick County Public Schools is excited to host the 31st Annual Career and Tech Fair from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19 at Frederick High School. This event is a cornerstone of efforts to highlight Career and Technical Education in FCPS.

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FCPS will crown Academic Tournament champion Friday night

02/22/2024

Frederick County Public Schools will crown an Academic Tournament champion on Friday, February 23, at Frederick High School.

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41 FCPS teachers earn National Board Certification

02/21/2024

This year, 41 Frederick County Public Schools teachers earned National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certification for the first time. Eight teachers also became recertified as National Board for Professional Teaching Standards educators.

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Students Elect Steele to the BOE

02/07/2024

Gov. Thomas Johnson High School junior Elijah Steele was elected the next Student Member to the Board of Education of Frederick County (SMOB).

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Registration Open for FCPS Science & Social Studies Fairs

01/30/2024

Frederick County Public Schools is excited to announce the Elementary and Secondary Science and Engineering Fair and the Elementary Social Studies Fair will take place on Saturday, March 23 at Tuscarora High School.

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Board of Education of Frederick County Meetings Temporarily Using Virtual Format

01/29/2024

Board of Education of Frederick County meetings will be temporarily switching to a mostly virtual format to accommodate construction inside the Board and Control Rooms located at 191 S. East St.

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FCPS is now accepting applications for Charles E. Tressler Award

01/22/2024

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FCPS Music Festivals are Fast Approaching

01/18/2024

The 2024 Frederick County Public Schools All-County High School Music Festival and All-County Middle School Music Festival are fast approaching.

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Frederick High’s Sheri Murphy named MASSP Assistant Principal of the Year

01/11/2024

Frederick High School’s Sheri Murphy is the 2024 Maryland Assistant Principal of Year.

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FCPS Superintendent shares recommended operating budget

01/08/2024

FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson shared her recommended Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget Monday with a focus on meeting the demands of students and staff in a growing school system.

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Local Schools Perform Well on State Report Cards

12/13/2023

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) recently received 2022-2023 Maryland School Report Cards for each of its schools.

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Board of Education of Frederick County elects officers

12/07/2023

The Board of Education of Frederick County elected Karen Yoho as President and Rae Gallagher as Vice President.

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Brunswick High student wins Startup Frederick competition

12/05/2023

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Tuscarora High student named 2023 Bezos Scholar

12/05/2023

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FCPS Students to Serve as Maryland General Assembly Pages

11/27/2023

Five Frederick County students will serve as pages, and one as alternate, for the 2024 Maryland General Assembly legislative session.

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FCPS Names Executive Director of Systemwide Operations

11/21/2023

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Earl Gibson named FCPS Veteran in Education Service Award Recipient

11/16/2023

Urbana High School HVAC technician Earl Gibson is the 2023 Frederick County Public Schools Veteran in Education Service Award recipient.

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Windsor Knolls Middle School Teacher Named State Finalist

11/09/2023

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FCPS announces plans to support student college and career readiness

11/05/2023

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Nominate an Outstanding FCPS Support Employee

11/01/2023

Frederick County Public Schools is accepting nominations for the school system’s 2024 Support Employee of the Year Awards. The awards recognize outstanding members of the FCPS support staff.

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FCPS files lawsuit against social media giants over youth mental health concerns

10/17/2023

FCPS is joining forces with other school districts across the nation and in Maryland, such as Anne Arundel County, Harford County and Howard County, in contending that excessive social media usage and addiction are exacerbating the mental health struggles of students.

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FCPS Statement on conflict in Israel

10/13/2023

During moments such as this, we want to express our deep concern for those affected by this conflict, and the toll these events take on the lives of innocent people, particularly our children.

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BOE Student Member Nominations Open

10/03/2023

High school sophomores and juniors who attend Frederick County Public Schools may apply to serve as the 2024-2025 Student Member of the Board of Education (BOE) of Frederick County.

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FCPS All-County High School Marching Band Festival Preview

10/02/2023

The annual FCPS All-County High School Marching Band Festival will take place Monday, October 9 at 6 p.m. at Linganore High.

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FCPS participates in ‘Coaches Versus Overdoses’ Initiative

09/27/2023

FCPS and the Frederick County Health Department announced today that they will be enacting a Coaches vs. Overdoses initiative at all 10 high schools during the current football season.

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Tuscarora High receives national recognition from Special Olympics

09/20/2023

Tuscarora High earned national banner recognition as a Special Olympics Unified Champion School for its efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for all students.

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Oakdale High achieves National Blue Ribbon Status

09/19/2023

Oakdale High School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2023 by U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona.

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FCPS Purchasing Department Earns Excellence Award

09/13/2023

The Frederick County Public Schools Purchasing Department earned the Achievement of Excellence in Procurement award from the National Procurement Institute, a nonprofit that serves public procurement professionals internationally.

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