The Minority Scholars Program Is a student lead, student based, and student driven program aimed at closing the opportunity gap for students In Montgomery County Public Schools. The vision of The Minority Scholars Program Is to create a world where Black and Brown students and their intersectional identities experience true equity, a sense of belonging, and fully thrive In school and the community. The Minority Scholars Program aims to empower students to analyze and disrupt racial Inequalities and systems of oppression.
Minority Scholars at Farmland
Minority Scholars is for Black and Hispanic students in 3rd - 5th grades.
Meeting Schedule:
4th Grade & 5th Grade: Tuesdays during lunch and recess, 12:00–1:10 p.m.
3rd Grade: Tuesdays during lunch and recess, 1:15–2:25 p.m.
Student Leadership:
5th Grade: Students elect Co-Presidents, Co-Vice Presidents, and Co-Secretaries.
3rd - 5th Grades: Each grade elects a student to serve as representatives.
These student leaders form the Executive Board, which meets once a month and quarterly with Administration
What We Do
At Farmland, the Minority Scholars Program empowers students to make our school a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place—especially for Black and Latino students. The group ensures that all voices are heard and valued in the school community.
Activities Include:
Organizing schoolwide events that celebrate diversity and inclusion
Leading school-wide activities to recognize heritage months
Raising awareness about issues affecting marginalized groups within and beyond Farmland
Minority Scholars - Farmland Chapter
26 -27 School Year Executive Committee
President: Avianna S. Vice President: Ian S. Secretary: Megan G.
5th Grade Representative: Connor D. 4th Grade Representative: Aria Li
3rd Grade Representative: TBD 3rd Secretary: TBD
Staff Sponsor: Miss Denika Mason Administrator Sponsor: Ms. Pam Strauss