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WCPS and Community Partners Launch Landon's Project

Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) is leveraging resources with partners in the medical and business communities to serve the unique needs and abilities of students in innovative ways that will transcend the traditional school environment. WCPS, together with Meritus Health and other partners, is excited to announce the launch of Landon’s Project, an initiative to provide immediate services to students who need collaborative medical and educational intervention in a school setting.

WCBOE Seeking Public Comment on Proposed Policy Changes

On March 18, 2024, the Washington County Board of Education (“Board”) approved the first reading of proposed changes to:

  • Policy CIA – “Appointment of Acting Principals”
  • Policy DFA – “Revenues from Investments”
  • Policy DI/DIA – “Fiscal Accounting and Reporting”

The Board also approved the first reading to rescind Policy DFD, “Rentals and Service Charges.”

Pre-K and Kindergarten Enrollment for 2024-2025 School Year Kicks Off

Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) is opening Pre-K and kindergarten enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year. According to the State of Maryland, children who turn five (5) years old on or before September 1, 2024, must be enrolled in kindergarten for the upcoming school year. Pre-K continues to be optional for four-year-olds, but WCPS has made a universal Pre-K program available to the community at no cost.

The following documents are required when registering a child for Pre-K and kindergarten.

Norma Kelley Named 2024 ESP of the Year

Washington County Public Schools (WCPS), in partnership with the Education Foundation of WCPS, has named Norma Kelley the 2024 Educational Support Personnel of the Year. Kelley is a bus driver who currently serves students from Rockland Woods Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School, South Hagerstown High School, and Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School. She's been making a difference for WCPS students for 11 years.

Board of Education to Host Public Hearing on Draft FY 2025 Budget on March 19

The Washington County Board of Education (WCBOE) will be hosting a public hearing on its Draft FY 2025 Budget on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Center for Education Services located 10435 Downsville Pike in Hagerstown. The hearing will provide community members with the opportunity to provide feedback and input on the draft budget.

The WCBOE's draft budget was initially developed by Superintendent of Schools Dr. David Sovine to address the FY 2025 budget priorities adopted by the Board on September 19, 2023. The priorities are:

WCBOE Seeking Public Comment on Proposed Policy Changes

On February 20, 2024, the Washington County Board of Education (“Board”) approved the first reading of proposed changes to:

  • Policy EFGH – “Surveillance Cameras”
  • Policy BCBB – “Officers of the Board of Education”
  • Policy FEB – “Professional Architectural and Engineering Services”

The Board of Education also approved the first reading to rescind Policy BDDK, “Reporting Board of Education Meeting Business,” on February 20, 2024.

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