School News
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March Mammal Madness
Mrs. Dengler's science classes completed their brackets and began March Mammal Madness.
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Dowell J. Howard 2023-24 CTE Course Application
The online application for Career and Technical Education classes at Dowell J. Howard Center for the 2023-24 school year is now available. The priority deadline to apply is April 1, 2023.
Division News
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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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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
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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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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2023-24 Kindergarten Registration
FCPS will be conducting kindergarten registration for the 2023-24 school year in two phases this year.
Upcoming Events
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Mr. Ben Thompson
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Featured Video
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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.