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Good evening Seneca Valley!!
I hope everyone had a good weekend and the start of the New Year. As we head into our first full week of the 2025 please make sure you are checking your email for updates. The games and activities planned for Friday will be made up on Thursday January 9th, Girls Varsity at 5:30, Boys Varsity at 7:15pm. Please make sure you are checking the athletics website for any updates needed related to weather.
Please make sure you are staying up to date on any weather cancellations by following Montgomery County Public Schools for weather status and school closing or delay. MCPS will operate under a new color code system:
Green - Normal Operations
Yellow - Delayed Opening
Blue - Early Dismissal
Orange - Schools closed, Offices Telework
Red - Schools and Offices Closed
Please check the website and local news stations for any closures.
We will focus on the use of ID's, students make sure you are displaying your ID when you enter the building and have it with you as we will electronically check you in the office, counseling, wellness center, health room and other places. If you are in need of a hard ID, see Ms. Boone in the security office on Tuesdays or Thursdays during Eagle time.
Please make sure you read updates from our PTSA, Boosters, and Athletics.
I wish you all a great evening.
Have a great Monday and week on purpose!
Ricardo Hernandez, Principal
MYP Personal Project Updates: Students have submitted their action plan (due Dec. 13) in order to be prepared for their 2nd staff supervisor meeting on Tues., Dec 17 during Eagle Time. Here are the guiding questions students will discuss with their supervisor.
Questions to ask your student:
What do you need to research in order to achieve your goals and develop success criteria?
What characteristics (success criteria) have you developed for your final product? Have you submitted your success criteria assignment in Canvas?
Are you ready to meet with your supervisor on Tuesday, Dec. 17? Have you reviewed the guiding questions?
Think Big Program updates: On Friday, we went to Strathmore Music Hall for our 2nd field trip. Please congratulate Zion Johnson and Suhey Diaz-Flores for excellent presentations on their MYP PP progress as our highlighted student presenters! We also enjoyed two artist presenters who got an entire room of high school students to try square dancing, and it was magical! Check out our amazing students here! 😊
Mrs. Becraft, SVHS IB Middle Years Program (MYP) Coordinator
Support the SVHS Birds Of Play and the spring musical, Once Upon A Mattress!
Show shirts: our purple short sleeve shirt has a full color show ogo on the front and a list of all cast and crew on the back! A great way to royal-ize your wardrobe. Shirts are $20 and orders must be placed by Feb 1. https://bit.ly/MattressShirtSV
Program Ads/ Space in the program:
Business Ads: Promote a local business and connect with our theatre community.
Personal Shoutouts: Send a special message to your favorite cast or crew member—celebrate their hard work and dedication!
Ads are due by March 1. https://bit.ly/MattressAdSV
Email Ms Fellows at joanna_c_fellows@mcpsmd.org if you have questions or would like to discuss sponsorship opportunities!
Begin the Career Journey in High School!
Seneca Valley High School offers ten career-related programs and fifteen pathways! These high-demand career and technical programs are open to all Seneca Valley High School students. These exciting and innovative four-year career-related experiences extend beyond the classroom to enrichment opportunities during and outside of the school day. Most of the programs culminate in opportunities for college credit or industry certifications. Please take some time to visit our website and discuss the possibilities with your child during the upcoming holiday breaks! You can also dance along to the career and technical education video created by Mr. Anthony George!!
For more information contact Adrian Charley at Adrian_V_Charley@mcpsmd.org
https://photos.app.goo.gl/4q72MycLRZLPM9Eu6
Adrian Charley
CTE Coordinator
Seneca Valley High School
240-740-6400
Green Team News!
Seneca Valley High School is participating in the MCPS Food Recovery Program! We have set up three carts in the cafeteria where students can place any packaged, non-perishable food they don’t want from their school lunch. Additionally, there is a small refrigerator next to the microwave for students to place packaged perishable items, such as milk, juice, string cheese, fruits, vegetables, and more.
The recovered food will be available to students at dismissal. From 2:30 to 2:45 PM, the carts will be stationed in the cafeteria, offering all the food that was collected during lunch.
Please join us in reducing food waste and increasing student access to food. This is a Green Team initiative! See the following visual for more details:
Media Center News
It's new year! Have you made a resolution to thrive in 2025? Let the LMC help. Whether you’re planning to get healthier, learn a new skill or take up a new hobby, get organized or quit a bad habit, we’ve got books to help! Check out our “Resolution 2025” display for ideas and inspiration.
The LMC has a newcomer! Please welcome Ms. Anita Hardy:
My name is Ms. Anita Hardy and I have joined the SVHS staff as media specialist for the month of January. I retired from MCPS January 1 , 2020, after having been a media specialist for over 20 years. After I retired, I filled in for other media specialists for the past 4 years. I spent the last year as the media specialist for the MCPS Virtual Academy. I have enjoyed being in the media center. The space is lovely, the collection of books is excellent, and the media assistants are outstanding. The staff and students are welcoming and kind. I am happy to serve you! Here's to a healthy, rewarding 2025.
Anita
The Maryland Seal of Biliteracy 2024-2025
Registration is open for the Seal of Biliteracy! We welcome all juniors and seniors who speak a language other than English at home and/or are enrolled in an upper-level Language Acquisition class to register. Please direct all questions to Ms. Rebecca Hanford at rebecca_s_hanford@mcpsmd.org. Thank you!
From The Media Center:
It's a new year! Have you made a resolution to thrive in 2025? Let the LMC help. Whether you’re planning to get healthier, learn a new skill or take up a new hobby, get organized or quit a bad habit, we’ve got books to help! Check out our “Resolution 2025” display for ideas and inspiration.
The LMC has a newcomer! Please welcome Ms. Anita Hardy:
My name is Ms. Anita Hardy and I have joined the SVHS staff as media specialist for the month of January. I retired from MCPS January 1 , 2020, after having been a media specialist for over 20 years. After I retired, I filled in for other media specialists for the past 4 years. I spent the last year as the media specialist for the MCPS Virtual Academy. I have enjoyed being in the media center. The space is lovely, the collection of books is excellent, and the media assistants are outstanding. The staff and students are welcoming and kind. I am happy to serve you! Here's to a healthy, rewarding 2025.
Anita
Attention Seniors, Parents and Guardians
The Graduation Package has been set for the Class of 2025 at $55. This is the lowest Graduation Package in recent years. The price includes the cap and gown, senior t-shirt, senior picnic, venue, rehearsal breakfast and other costs related to graduation such as programs and tickets. It has been posted to SCO and should be paid as soon as possible.
Cap and gown orders will be taken soon. Keep up to date on the Senior Page of the SVHS website.
Lee Ann Wolfe
Class of 2025 Co-Sponsor
Seneca Valley High School
Leeann_wolfe@mcpsmd.org
SVHS Student and Family Resource Page
SVHS Student and Family Resource Page
Click here for a list and links to resources and supports available for students and families in the Seneca Valley Community.
SENIORS & SENIOR PARENTS!!!! Please make sure you save and/or favorite our Class of 2025 website: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/senecavalleyhs/activities/seniors/
This is where we will house ALL of our important information, reminders, Grad Package info, event calendar, officer and sponsor names, and more. We will keep the most pressing announcements on the homepage for easy access.
Chromebook Care
Families, many students are reporting damage to Chromebooks. Please know that each student is financially responsible for damage caused or loss of any Chromebook and charger that is checked out to the student. The device is loaned to the student to be used for instructional purposes only and in accordance with MCPS Regulation IGT-RA, User Responsibilities for Computer Systems, Electronic Information, and Network Security. No cost is associated for a student to borrow, possess, or use an MCPS Chromebook. A family is only financially responsible when there is avoidable damage to the device. If the device is faulty, there is no charge to the family; however, if the damage is considered avoidable or the device or charger is lost, the family will be charged according to MCPS current parts and replacement costs.
*The chart above identifies the costs associated with fixing or replacing a Chromebook due to avoidable damage, theft, or loss, and was shared with students in Homeroom on the 1st day of school. For more information about student Chromebook responsibilities, please see the Chromebook Acceptable Use Policy, available in both English and Spanish.
Parents and guardians - if your student is in grade 9, new to MCPS, or if you have not previously submitted the G-Suite for Education: Additional Services form, please give your student(s) permission to access and use technology resources as part of their learning experience. Access to the form is via ParentVUE, as part of the Annual Verification process.
From Technology Information and Support for Parents:
What is Annual Verification and how do I do this in ParentVue?
In the past, yellow emergency cards and a variety of other forms were sent home with students on the first day of school so that families could communicate updates about contact information, health, directory withholdings, emergency contacts, and more. This process will now take place in ParentVUE using Online Registration.
Failure to provide consent to Additional Services and Supplemental Online Digital Tools will not result in loss of access to the G-Suite Core Services, but will limit access to other technology resources used to facilitate teaching and learning. Consent remains valid for the entire time the student is enrolled in an MCPS high school and may be rescinded at any time.
PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING
PARENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING
The MCPS Volunteer webpage has been updated.
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/student-leadership/volunteer.aspx
On that webpage, you will find updates for SY24-25 and a chart for “who needs what.” There is also a resource on the far right called: School Guidance for Volunteers. If there are any volunteers who did this process last year, then they are good for this year. Any new volunteers would need to complete the compliance measures listed below.
One-time volunteers who will ALWAYS be accompanied by MCPS staff
One-time volunteers who will never be alone with students at the MCPS school do NOT need to complete the compliance measures.
They WILL need to check-in and check-out of the main office and scan their driver's license/identification cards through the Visitor Management System (VMS). Once the volunteer clears the VMS, they must be badged (the VMS creates a sticker badge) and remain under supervision of an MCPS professional while with students.
Volunteers who will be attending field trips or supporting the school as a regular volunteer (This includes, but is not limited to Dads on Duty participants)
These volunteers must complete BOTH the online child abuse and neglect training and the COVID attestation process.
Volunteers can pull their grade sheet showing a total of 183.3%. This grade shows completion of both processes.
They WILL need to check-in and check-out of the main office and scan their driver's license/identification cards through the Visitor Management System (VMS).
Once the volunteer clears the VMS, they must be badged (the VMS creates a sticker badge) and remain under supervision of an MCPS professional while with students.
Volunteers who will be attending field trips or supporting the school as a frequent volunteer AND will be alone with students.
In addition to the online child abuse and neglect training and the COVID attestation compliance measures, the volunteer must have completed the finger printing process.
Fingerprinting/Background check (only if they are working alone with students without supervision of an MCPS staff member or other type of volunteer service, per the Volunteers regulation and FAQ )
Fingerprinting Webpage
SVHS PTSA
Happy New Year SVHS families,
Hope everyone is off to a wonderful start to the new year!
SAVE THE DATE! Please join us for our first PTSA meeting of 2025 on Tuesday, Jan. 21st from 6:30pm-to-8:00pm in the SVHS media center. We value your voice and support and hope to see you there!
If you have not yet joined the PTSA, it’s not too late. Join Now! to become a PTSA member.
The PTSA will be planning an event soon to show our SVHS staff how much we appreciate them for all they do. If you would like to support, please consider making a Staff Appreciation Donation.
Keep up to date with what’s all that’s going on with our SVHS community. Join the PTSA Facebook Page
Chantal
SVHS, PTSA President (2024-2025)
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SVHS Boosters
Happy New Year!
We are currently looking for 3 key individuals. Can you help out in any of these 3 areas? Boosters needs Committee Chairs for Fundraising, a Nominating Committee, and a Concessions Chair.
We have a busy week ahead:
Upcoming events:
1/7 - JV Girls basketball vs Gaithersburg @ 3:45
JV Boys basketball vs Gaithersburg @ 5:30
1/8 - Wrestling vs Clarksburg @ 6:15
1/9 - Girls basketball vs Quince Orchard @ 5:30
Boys basketball vs Quince Orchard @ 7:15
1/10 - Girls basketball vs Clarksburg @ 5:30
Boys basketball vs Clarksburg @ 7:15
1/11 - POMS invitational 9:00am
Many hands make light work, sign up here:
Have fresh produce delivered right to your door with the Seasonal Roots fundraiser:
Do you own a truck? Would you like to help with the Mulch Fundraiser this year? Zap a message here: BoostersSenecaValley@gmail.com
Have an idea you’d like to share? Join us for our next meeting on January 13 at 6:30pm in the cafeteria!
Review the minutes from our most recent meeting here:
Not a member yet? Support your Seneca student by signing up here:
https://square.link/u/7qiWt8kq
Best,
Tisha Chrobak
Seneca Valley High School Booster President 2024-2025
Extracurricular Activities Information
We welcome you to engage with Seneca Valley in a new way this school year!
Check out our non-athletic Extra Curricular Clubs and Activities! From study groups to competitive dance to cultural celebrations to Dungeons and Dragons and beyond - there's something here for everyone!
Reach out to sponsors of clubs you're interested in or fill out the interest form to be included in back-to-school messages about clubs. Check out our current offerings. SVHS ECA OFFERINGS
Dual Enrollment
Registration for the Spring semester of Dual Enrollment/Jump Start to College begins at the end of this month! The three classes offered at SVHS will be Introduction to Nutrition, Introduction to the Study of Ethics, and Introduction to Business. Students may also take classes at Montgomery College or virtually. Qualifying students may take up to 2 approved MC courses in the Fall and Spring semesters with MCPS/MC covering tuition, fees, and required textbooks and materials. Please contact Stacey Blaine at Stacey_J_Blaine@mcpsmd.org if you have any questions.
Notes From the SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Nalda, SVHS College & Career Information Coordinator (email)
Continue Working on College Applications! (Seniors)
Reminder that the SVHS College Application Packet is the go-to document for applying to colleges at SVHS. It is a step-by-step guide on how to apply and includes everything that you need to complete. Please use this document to get started on college applications and follow all of the steps!
2025–26 FAFSA® Form is Now Available! (Seniors)
The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now available. You can complete the form to apply for financial aid for attendance at college or career school between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.
Click to learn more | SVHS Financial Aid Guide for Seniors
SVHS Summer RISE Information Session for Students (Sophomores & Juniors)
SVHS Summer RISE Information Session for Students (Sophomores & Juniors)
Monday, January 13, during Period 2 (8:45am - 9:28am) in 1601
Summer RISE (Reimagining an Innovative Student Experience) is an initiative led by the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Department of Partnerships to provide rising high school juniors and seniors with enriching summer career-based learning experiences.
WHO CAN APPLY?
Current sophomores and juniors, who will be rising MCPS juniors and seniors in the 2025-2026 school year
Click here to register for the information session (Register by January 9 to attend the information session!)
ADDITIONAL INFO
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/partnerships/summer-rise/
Juniors, Are You Interested in an Internship??
Attention Current Juniors - Are you interested in learning more about internships for this summer or next school year? If so, please follow the steps below:
Complete the Internship Interest Google Form
Check your school Gmail for an email with a link to a slideshow all about internships and a link to apply
Check out the SVHS Internship website at: https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/svhs-internship/home
Attend an Internship Information Meeting during lunch in room 1410 on the following date:
Friday, January 10
Please stop by and see Mrs. Skufca, Internship & Apprenticeship Teacher, in room 1410 with any questions.
College & Career Representative Visits
U.S. Air Force (ROTC) - Tue January 7 @ 9:30 AM
Attend this special presentation to learn more about the Air Force and ROTC.
Virginia Tech, Corps of Cadets/ROTC Presentation - Wed January 8 @ 9:40 AM
Attend this special presentation to learn more about the Corps of Cadets at Virginia Tech University and ROTC.
Upcoming Scholarships
Upcoming Scholarships
January 07 - Bethesda Magazine Short Story Writing Contest - 1st Place-$250 and work published in Bethesda Magazine, 2nd-$150, 3rd-$75, and $50 honorable mention awards; 9-12 grade; resident of Montgomery County; short stories must be limited between 1,500 and 2,500 words.
January 08 - Taco Bell Foundation Live Más Scholarship - (*deadline is 8pm on 1/8) 150 awards ranging from $5,000-$25,000; senior; legal U.S. resident or the dependent child of an active duty member of the U.S. military; submit a video (between 30 seconds to 2 minutes or less in length) about your passion and your future; see website for specific questions to address in your video and full details.
January 09 - Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship* - (*deadline 5pm EST on 1/9) 60 awards of up to $7,500; minority high school senior; U.S. citizen; financial need; demonstrated record of academic excellence; leadership potential and a dedication to community service; plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within or affiliated with a school in the United States; letter of recommendation; transcript; four essays.
January 10 - Damascus Post 171 High School Oratorical Contest - awards ranging from $300 - $1,000 (local contest) to $30,500 at the National contest; U.S. citizen or a permanent resident; 9-12 grade; learn about the U.S. Constitution and make two speeches on it in 15 minutes or less; assigned topics; registration form for the Post 171 contest needs to be completed by January 10th, 2025; the contest will be held on February 8, 2025; see link for details; click here for rules.
January 14 - Bethesda Magazine Essay Writing Contest - 1st Place-$250 and work published in Bethesda Magazine, 2nd-$150, 3rd-$75, and $50 honorable mention awards; 9-12 grade; resident of Montgomery County; essays must be limited to 500 words or less about a topic of the writer's choosing.
January 15 - APIA (Asian and Pacific Islander Americans) Scholars Scholarship - (application due @ 5pm on Jan 15); $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards; senior; U.S. citizen, national, or legal permanent resident; able to describe your ethnicity, heritage, or ancestry in relation to the countries, territories, or lands in Asia or the Pacific Islands; enroll as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in Fall 2025; essay questions; application guide and tips.
January 17 - JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest - 1-$10,000, 1-$3,000, and 5-$1,000, and 10-$100 awards; grades 9-12; write a 700-1,000 word essay describing an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official that occurred during or after 1917; must use five sources and include a bibliography; see link for all rules and guidelines.
January 24 - MCPS Educational Foundation Student Scholarships (translated flyer) - opportunities from $500 - $40,000; seniors; open the application, and take an eligibility quiz to see if you are eligible for any opportunities, or review the opportunities in the linked flyer; Key Application Components: Student information, Activities, Personal essay, Post-secondary education plans, Assessment of financial need; see flyer for all details.
Click here to see the SVHS Scholarships Page for more opportunities.
Other Opportunities
Other Opportunities
Completing the FAFSA
Completing the FAFSA
What You Need to Know to Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
What You Need to Know to Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Wednesday, January 8th at 6:30 PM
Students and their parents are invited to join us on Zoom so you can:
Create a Federal Student Aid account
Gather documents needed for the FAFSA
Learn more about the completing the FAFSA
Hear answers to frequently asked questions
This event will be on ZOOM (click link below to register and receive Zoom link).
Click here to register | Click here for the flyer with more information
Questions? Please contact Jill Semmens at jsemmens@collegiatedirections.org.
From Graduation to Greatness
From Graduation to Greatness
Learn How a Gap Year will Enhance Your Teen's Growth Trajectory
Learn How a Gap Year will Enhance Your Teen's Growth Trajectory
Attention parents and caregivers!
The B-CC PTSA College Advisory Committee is hosting an online, interactive workshop titled "From Graduation to Greatness - Learn How a Gap Year will Enhance Your Teen's Growth Trajectory" led by B-CC HS community member Seth Kessler (Evan '25), Co-Founder of GapWell. This invite has been extended to all MCPS high schools, and all are welcome to attend this virtual meeting.
This event will be on ZOOM (click for link to meeting) on Wednesday, January 8th from 7 - 8 pm.
What you'll learn:
How a gap year can set teens up for success in college and life
How to know if it's the right fit for your teen
How to navigate college deferrals and plan gap experiences
Strategies for discussing this option with teens who may be unsure
Click here for the flyer with more information
Financial Aid with Tony Sutphin of GW University
Financial Aid with Tony Sutphin of GW University
Thursday, January 9th, at 5:30pm (via Zoom)
Tony Sutphin, Financial Aid Counseling and Partnership Associate at The George Washington University will be on Zoom to answer questions about:
What is FAFSA?
How does FAFSA work?
Why should you apply for financial aid? (even if you don’t think you will qualify)
What is the difference between a subsidized and unsubsidized loan?
What is work-study and how does that affect my cost of attendance?
What is the CSS profile?
What is the difference between the FAFSA and CSS profile, do I have to complete both?
Time: Jan 9, 2025, at 5:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Zoom link: https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/83932240012?pwd=INYMbUEGRwEF6J9Wn9CzbbESdfhAIG.1
Meeting ID: 839 3224 0012 | Passcode: 055520
Click here for the flyer with more information
Financial Aid Completion Saturday
Financial Aid Completion Saturday
Saturday, January 11, 11 am - 2 pm
Montgomery College Rockville Campus - Student Services, Building, 2nd floor or Virtual
Let us help you successfully complete your financial aid applications and maximize the funding available to you. Minimize mistakes to maximize financial support!
Complete your FAFSA, MDCAPS account and MHEC One App, and MC Foundation Scholarship applications
One-on-one appointments
This fall, you can relax knowing you’ve secured the funds you need to complete your college journey.
Click here for more information and to register
Plumbers & Steamfitters Training School, Local 486 Apprenticeship Open House
Plumbers & Steamfitters Training School, Local 486 Apprenticeship Open House
Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This open house is open to anyone who would like to learn more about our Apprenticeship Program.
Try Our Virtual Welding Simulator
Learn About Our Trades – Plumbing, Steamfitter, HVAC, Welding
Learn About Apprenticeship and Training
Click here for the flyer with more information | www.getpiping.com
College & Career Center Newsletter
2024-25 SVHS College & Career Newsletter - Issue 4, December/January
Student Athletes, Families, and Screaming Eagle Fans!
Please see link for this week’s Weekly update from the athletic department.
News from the Business and Finance Office
Business Office: Mrs. Monique Riddick, School Business Administrator, 240-740-6413
Finance Office: Ms. Lillian Burgos, School Financial Specialist, 240-740-6414
Finance Office Hours: Monday through Friday 7:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The window is closed daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Students may visit the finance office before school, during lunch, and after school.
Payments may be made using School Cash Online or in cash, check, and money order at the finance window. All checks should be made payable to Seneca Valley High School or SVHS. Please include the student’s name and ID number on all checks. Returned check fees are $25.00 per check and are obligated toward the student’s account until paid. This includes checks collected as part of fundraisers.
Obligations: All outstanding obligations must be paid in order for students to participate in extracurricular activities such as athletics, clubs, Homecoming and Prom. Seniors with outstanding obligations will not be permitted to participate in senior activities including the graduation commencement ceremony. Outstanding obligations may be viewed and paid at https://mcpsmd.schoolcashonline.com/.
Parking Permits: The Student Parking Application Form must be completed and submitted to the Business Office for approval. Please contact Monique_N_Riddick@mcpsmd.org with any questions or concerns. The Seneca Valley High School student parking information and regulations can be found here.
SchoolCash Online
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Montgomery County Public Schools has transitioned to a new online payment system called SchoolCash Online as its preferred method of payment for school-related fees such as fundraisers, field trips, obligations, etc. (Please note that the new payment system is NOT related to school cafeteria accounts)
SchoolCash Online helps parents/guardians and community members pay school-related fees safely, quickly, and easily. SchoolCash Online will help increase efficiency and security at schools by making payments directly into schools’ bank accounts and eliminating the need for teachers to handle money. In addition, once registered, you will be immediately informed about school activities!
Powered by KEV Group, SchoolCash Online is the industry leader in the management of school fees. The new system puts all of the school-related fees online for purchase so users can make purchases online using a credit card or e-check. A processing fee will be included on all items available for purchase, regardless of the type of payment used on SchoolCash Online or at the school.
Parents/guardians can register now at - https://mcpsmd.schoolcashonline.com/
MCPS CODE OF CONDUCT AND STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
MCPS CODE OF CONDUCT AND STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
The MCPS Code of Conduct and A Student's Guide to Rights & Responsibilities will be distributed to all students in September.
They are also online at http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/students/rights.
Safety Tips for Walkers
Cross the street at marked crosswalks whenever possible.
Stop and look every time before crossing streets, even when you have the right-of-way, and especially at intersections with "right turn on red."
Before crossing, look left, right, then left again, and over your shoulder for turning vehicles.
Begin crossing the street on "Walk" signals-never on a solid or flashing "Don't Walk."
Use pedestrian pushbuttons to activate/extend the walk signal.
Use sidewalks. If none, walk facing traffic so you see vehicles, and drivers see you.
Make eye contact with drivers so they see you. Never assume they do.
Stay visible after dark and in bad weather with reflectors or retroreflective clothing.
Welcome to Safe Schools Maryland
An ANONYMOUS and FREE reporting system available to students, teachers, school staff members, parents, and the general public to report any school or student safety concerns, including mental health concerns.
Safe Schools Maryland is Maryland’s only official anonymous reporting system.
Safe Schools Maryland operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year.
Your anonymous report can be submitted by calling the tip line (1-833-MD-B-SAFE / 1-833-632-7233), completing an online form (below), or downloading the free Safe Schools Maryland app from the App Store or Google Play.
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