Press Room
Media related inquiries can be directed to the public information officer at (540) 382-5138 or via email at brendadrake@mcps.org.
School Board Adopts FY13 Operating Budget
The Montgomery County School Board adopted an FY13 Operating Budget of $91,969,180...Read more.
First MCPS Support Staff Employee of the Year Announced
Greg Burgess, construction and engineering assistant, was named the MCPS Support Staff Employee of the Year earlier today...Read more.
CHS Teacher Dubbed Super Teacher
Dale Vipperman, earth science teacher at CHS, was recently named a Super Teacher by the Virginia Lottery...Read more.
School Board to Hold Public Hearing on FY13 Budget
The Montgomery County School Board will hold a public hearing on the 2012-2013 operating budget on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the County Government Center, 755 Roanoke Street in Christiansburg...Read more.
Division Teacher of the Year Announced
Susie Weaver, guidance counselor at AMS, was announced as the 2012 MCPS Teacher of the Year...Read more.
Superintendent Releases Open Letter Regarding Budget
MCPS Superintendent, Brenda Blackburn, released an open letter regarding the 2012-2013 operating budget...Read more.
Last Day of School Set for May 25
At the April 3 meeting of the Montgomery County School Board, the last day of school for the 2011-2012 school year was set for May 25, 2012, and scheduled as an early release day for all students....Read more.
MCPS to Hold Yard Sale for Surplus Equipment
MCPS will hold a yard sale for surplus equipment on Friday, March 30...Read more.
School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Redistricting Scenario
The Montgomery County School Board will hold a public hearing on redistricting on Tuesday, April 3, from 7 - 7:30 p.m...Read more.
Kindergarten Registration to be Held April 23-27
MCPS will hold kindergarten registration Monday, April 23, through Friday, April 27, 2012...Read more.
School Board Adopts 2012-2013 Calendar
The 2012-2013 school year calendar was approved by the school board on March 20...Read more.
2012 Graduation Dates Announced
The 2012 high school graduation dates are now available...Read more.
MCPS to Hold Second Annual CTE Expo During NRV Home Expo
The 2nd Annual Career and Technical Education Expo will be held during the NRV Home Expo on March 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m...Read more.
School Board to Hold Special Session to Discuss Capital Projects
The Montgomery County School Board will hold a special session to discuss capital projects on February 28 at 6 p.m...Read more.
Redistricting Scenarios Are Now Online
Three potential redistricting scenarios are now online for public review...Read more.
MCPS to Hold Yard Sale for Surplus Equipment
MCPS will hold a yard sale for surplus equipment on Feb. 10 at Old Price's Fork Elementary...Read more.
Redistricting Status Update
The second community dialogue meeting will be held on February 16 and will be the first opportunity for the community to provide input on draft redistricting maps...Read more.
School Board to Hold Public Hearing on 2012-13 Budget Proposal
The school board will hold a public hearing on the 2012-2013 budget proposal on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 7 p.m. ...Read more.
Superintendent's Proposed 2012-2013 Budget Explained
Posted on: January 23, 2012
The division anticipates a significant budget shortfall for the 2012-2013 fiscal year...Read more.
MCPS Seeks Volunteers for Community Technology Committee
Posted on: January 20, 2012
MCPS asks for volunteers to participate on the division's technology committee...Read more.
MCPS Highlights Bullying Prevention Activities
Posted on: January 18, 2012
Schools throughout Montgomery County will participate in bullying prevention activities during the month of January...Read more.
Kipps Elementary Teacher Selected as McGlothlin Finalist
Posted on: January 11, 2012
Stephanie Johnston, first grade teacher at Kipps Elementary School, is a finalist for the $25,000 McGlothlin Award...Read more.
Capital Projects Website Expands
Posted on: December 20, 2011
MCPS recently expanded the information available to the community about the division's capital projects...Read more.
MCPS Continues to Seek Input on Redistricting
Posted on: December 9, 2011
Montgomery County Public Schools continues to seek input from the community regarding school boundary lines. A survey is available online via the division's website...Read more.
MCPS Schools Remain in Lockdown
Posted on: December 8, 2011
All schools in Montgomery County remain in lockdown after reports of a shooting near the Virginia Tech campus ...Read more.
Price's Fork Dedication to be Held Sunday
Posted on: December 2, 2011
A dedication ceremony for the new Price’s Fork Elementary School will be held on Sunday, December 4, at 2 p.m. ...Read more.
School Division Seeks Input on School Boundary Lines
Posted on: November 29, 2011
A community dialogue meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at 6 p.m. in the Christiansburg High School cafeteria for the purpose of community discussion regarding school boundary lines within Montgomery County. ....Read more.
Four MCPS Teachers Earn National Board Certification
Posted on: November 22, 2011
After meeting rigorous standards through intensive study, evaluation, self-assessment and peer review, four Montgomery County teachers completed the process to earn National Board Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standard (NBTS)....Read more.
November Community Newsletter Now Available Online
Posted on: November 18, 2011
The November issue of the MCPS community newsletter is now available online...Read more.
School Board to Hold Public Hearing for Budget
Posted on: November 11, 2011
The Montgomery County School Board will hold a public hearing on the 2012-2013 operating budget on Tuesday, November 15, 2011, at 7 p.m...Read more.
MCPS Launches Redistricting Website
Posted on: November 2, 2011
MCPS will soon begin the process to revise boundary lines for school attendance zones. ....Read more.
MCPS Graduation Rate Jumps 2%
Posted on: October 14, 2011
The 2011 graduation rate for MCPS increased two percent from 2010-2011 to 87% ....Read more.
BHS Groundbreaking and Design Presentation to be Held Tuesday
Posted on: October 7, 2011
The groundbreaking for the new BHS will be held on Tuesday, October 11 at 3:30 p.m. It will be followed by a presentation of the current design plan for BHS at 5:30 p.m. ....Read more.
All MCPS Schools Fully Accredited for Fourth Consecutive Year
Posted on: September 29, 2011
MCPS announced that all schools are fully accredited for 2011-2012 ....Read more.
MCPS Releases Additional Construction FAQ and Announces Capital Projects Notifications
Posted on: September 28, 2011
MCPS released additional frequently asked questions and announced capital projects notifications ....Read more.
School Board to Hear Construction Update Presentation
Posted on: September 27, 2011
On Sept. 27, the school board will hear a design and construction update on the school projects in Blacksburg and Auburn....Read more.
MCPS Launches Webpage Dedicated to Construction Updates
Posted on: September 24, 2011
Montgomery County Public Schools launched a webpage dedicated to keeping the community informed about the status of the division’s current construction progress at the new Auburn High School and the new Blacksburg High School....Read more.
Schools Prepare for Winning Choices Week
Posted on: September 23, 2011
Winning Choices week begins in all Montgomery County Schools on Monday, September 26. Every school will host an event encouraging students to make positive choices....Read more.
Roark Recommended for Christiansburg Elementary Principal
Posted on: September 14, 2011
Kelly Roark is recommended for the position of principal at Christiansburg Elementary School, pending approval by the school board on September 20...Read more.
Groundbreaking Ceremonies Announced for Auburn and Blacksburg Projects
Posted on: September 9, 2011
MCPS announces the dates for the groundbreaking ceremonies for the new Auburn High School and the new Blacksburg High School...Read more.
MCPS to Hold Yard Sale for Surplus Equipment
Posted on: September 8, 2011
MCPS will hold a yard sale for surplus equipment at the Blacksburg High School location on Patrick Henry Drive...Read more.
Land Preparation to Begin at AHS Thursday
Posted on: September 8, 2011
Earthwork will commence at Auburn High School today in preparation for school construction...Read more.
MCPS Launches New Logo and Website
Posted on: September 7, 2011
On September 7, Montgomery County Public Schools unveiled a new identity and logo for the school division...Read more.
EMHS Teacher Recognized as State Marketing Teacher of the Year
Posted on: August 25, 2011
Janet Jennings, marketing teacher at Eastern Montgomery High School, was recognized as the state marketing teacher of the year by the Virginia Association of Marketing Educators (VAME)...Read more.
MCPS Welcomes Students and Employees to the 2011-2012 School Year!
Posted on: August 10, 2011
- 2011-2012 School Calendar
- 2011-2012 Bus Routes
- August 2011 Community Newsletter
- 2010-2011 Highlights and Information
MCPS Launches Community Newsletter
Posted on: August 12, 2011
Montgomery County Public Schools will launch a new community newsletter on Sunday, August 14, 2011...Read more.
Bus Driver Wins National Road-E-O
Posted on: July 26, 2011
Russell Altizer, 32 year veteran bus driver for MCPS, earned his 11th consecutive recognition by earning first place in the national small bus competition at the National School Bus Safety Road-E-O...Read more.
MCPS Teacher of the Year Receives Distinguished Alumni Award
Posted on: July 5, 2011
Crystal Smith, eigth grade teacher at Christiansburg Middle School, was recently named the recipient of the 2011 JMU Distinguished Alumni Award for Teaching...Read more.