Frederick County Public Schools

    Division News

    • Dr. Hummer

      Superintendent Listening Tour

      Schools Superintendent Dr. George Hummer is holding a series of public meetings as part of a listening tour during which he is providing stakeholders with an opportunity to share their perspectives on what FCPS does well and what can be improved.

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    • FOCUS

      FCPS Focus

      The latest edition of Frederick County Public Schools’ E-newsletter FCPS Focus is now available. Read the March 14 issue of FCPS Focus.

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    • Preschool Applications

      2023-24 Preschool Applications

      Preliminary applications for the 2023-24 FCPS preschool program are now being accepted from the families of eligible students residing in the Apple Pie Ridge, Evendale, Gainesboro, Indian Hollow, Jordan Springs, Middletown, Redbud Run and Stonewall elementary school attendance zones.

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    • High School Textbook Adoption

      Frederick County Public Schools is in the process of adopting new textbooks and supplemental materials for Introduction to Natural Resources (all high schools) and Economics and Personal Finance (James Wood High School) courses. The textbooks and supplemental materials under consideration are available for public review through April 3 in the main office of those schools.

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    • 2023-24 School Calendar

      2023-24 School Calendar

      The School Board has adopted the 2023-24 School Calendar. The first day of school for students will be Monday, August 14.

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    • 2023-24 Transportation Forms

      The Frederick County Public Schools Transportation Department is asking the families of all current students to go into Parent/Student 360 and complete the 2023-24 Transportation Form no later than March 31.

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    • Budget

      Superintendent's Proposed FY24 Budget

      Schools Superintendent Dr. George Hummer's proposed budget includes initiatives to address the budget priorities adopted by the School Board and support the school division's strategic plan "Inspire 2025: A Promise for Progress." Dr. Hummer will be hosting the following Town Hall Meetings to answer questions about the proposed budget.

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    • Welcome to Kindergarten

      2023-24 Kindergarten Registration

      FCPS will be conducting kindergarten registration for the 2023-24 school year in two phases this year.

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    • 2022 National School Lunch Program Equipment Grants

      Lunch Program Equipment Grants

      Frederick County Public Schools has been awarded four 2022 National School Lunch Program Equipment Grants totaling $113,240.

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    Featured Video

    • This year's Frederick County Public Schools Virtual Art Show highlights a collection of artwork created by elementary, middle and high school students. We hope you enjoy the creativity and talents our students share through their artwork. 

      Check out the FCPS Media on YouTube for more videos like this one.
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