June 30 is the federal FAFSA deadline! ⏰

If you plan on attending college this fall, be sure to complete the form to find out if you qualify for low-interest loans, work-study opportunities, or grants.

Get started at https://www.fafsa.gov.
4 months ago, Maura Bellew
MCPS FAFSA deadline reminder: June 30, 2026, with illustrated FAFSA form, piggy bank, and student icon on a teal background.

Montgomery County Public Schools is pleased to announce the division’s next assistant director of human resources, Marcia Settle! 🎉

Ms. Settle brings nearly 30 years of experience in public education and currently serves as principal of Harding Avenue Elementary School. Throughout her career with MCPS, she has held a variety of leadership roles, including administrator of professional development, principal, assistant principal, and world languages teacher.

We look forward to the expertise and leadership Ms. Settle will bring to this role as she continues serving the MCPS community. 👏

4 months ago, Maura Bellew
Leadership announcement graphic from Montgomery County Public Schools featuring Marcia Settle, Assistant Director of Human Resources, with a professional headshot.
The Montgomery County School Board will meet Tuesday, June 16, at 7:00pm. The meeting is open to the public and will take place at the County Government Center (755 Roanoke Street in Christiansburg).

Find board meeting agendas and other information at https://www.mcps.org/page/school-board.
4 months ago, Maura Bellew
School Board Meeting announcement for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from Montgomery County Public Schools
Summer break is officially here! Now is the perfect time to set summer reading goals. 📚☀️

Families, encourage your children to read and plan to visit your Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library location.

Learn more: https://www.mfrl.org/index.php
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Montgomery County Public Schools “Happy Summer Break” message on a beach-themed background with waves, starfish, sunglasses, and summer toys.
Reminder: Families in eligible Montgomery County ZIP codes may qualify for Children’s Summer Food Boxes through Feeding Southwest Virginia. 🍴

Registration deadlines are June 8 and June 22, with distributions taking place June 16 through August 4 for families living in ZIP codes 24087, 24138, 24149, or 24162.

To learn more about eligibility and register, visit https://feedingswva.org/summer-food-service-program.
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
MCPS Summer Feeding Programs shares information about Children’s Summer Food Boxes for eligible Montgomery County families through Feeding Southwest Virginia, with registration deadlines on June 8 and June 22.
June is National Safety Month, and it’s a great time to review simple steps that can help keep students and families safe all summer long! ☀️

Be sure to:

✅ Drink plenty of water, take breaks in the shade, and use sunscreen when spending time outdoors.

✅ Wear a helmet when riding a bike, scooter, or skateboard.

✅ Swim with adult supervision, follow posted pool rules, and wear a life jacket near open water.

✅ Look both ways before crossing the street, and stay alert around traffic.

✅ Know who to call in an emergency, and talk as a family about your safety plan.

A safe summer is a fun summer!
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
National Safety Month reminder featuring a water bottle, bicycle helmet, and sunscreen. Montgomery County Public Schools encourages safe summer habits.
Montgomery County Public Schools is looking for dedicated, dynamic leaders to join our administrative team! We are currently accepting applications for two incredible leadership opportunities:

🐾 Principal – Price’s Fork Elementary School
https://montgomerycounty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5757294

🦅 Assistant Principal – Auburn High School
https://montgomerycounty.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5421830


5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
A job posting graphic on a dark purple background for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At the top, large white text reads "We Are Hiring." Below, it specifies the position of "Principal" at "Price’s Fork Elementary School" with a salary range of "$92,560.00 - $162,304.52." The center features a white paw print logo with the yellow text "Price’s Fork Elementary Pumas" inside it. The MCPS logo is positioned in the bottom-right corner.
A job posting graphic on a bright blue background for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At the top, large white text reads "We Are Hiring." Below, it specifies the position of "Assistant Principal" at "Auburn High School" with a salary range of "$86,320.00 - $162,304.52." The center features the Auburn Eagles mascot—a blue and white eagle diving with yellow talons. The MCPS logo is positioned in the bottom-right corner.
Please join us in welcoming Dominick McKee as Montgomery County Public Schools' next Director of Human Resources. 🙌

Mr. McKee brings 23 years of experience in public education and currently serves as chief human resources officer for Roanoke City Public Schools. He previously served Montgomery County Public Schools as assistant director of human resources from 2019 to 2021.

We are excited to welcome him back to MCPS! 🎉
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Welcome announcement from Montgomery County Public Schools featuring Dominick McKee, Director of Human Resources, with professional portrait photo.
Montgomery County Public Schools is pleased to announce Kelly Roark as the next principal of Gilbert Linkous Elementary School! 🦎

Mrs. Roark brings more than 25 years of experience serving students, staff, and families across the division. Her leadership experience includes serving as principal of both Price's Fork Elementary School and Christiansburg Elementary School, as well as assistant principal at Auburn High School.

We are excited to welcome Mrs. Roark to the Gilbert Linkous community! 🎉
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Leadership announcement from Montgomery County Public Schools introducing Kelly Roark as principal of Gilbert Linkous Elementary School, with portrait photo.
After more than 16 years serving the Kipps Elementary School community, Glen Chilcote has been named the school's next principal! 🦘

Mr. Chilcote has served Kipps as a teacher, instructional leader, administrator, and mentor. Most recently, he served as interim principal of Kipps Elementary while also leading the MCPS PK-12 fine arts programs as administrator of fine arts.

We are excited to welcome Mr. Chilcote into this new role at Kipps Elementary School! 🎉
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Leadership announcement from Montgomery County Public Schools introducing Glen Chilcote as principal of Kipps Elementary School, with professional portrait.
A reminder for families that MCPS summer nutrition programs will be available throughout June, July, and early August. ☀️

Children 18 years old and younger can receive free breakfast and lunch at select school locations, and SUN Meal Kits will be available weekly at Shawsville Middle School, Belview Elementary School, and Belmont Christian Church beginning in late June.

Meal kit pickup times, meal schedules, and additional program details are available at https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/summer-food-service-program.
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
MCPS Summer Feeding Programs announces weekly SUN Meal Kits beginning in late June at Shawsville Middle School, Belview Elementary School, and Belmont Christian Church.
The Montgomery County School Board will meet Tuesday, June 2, at 7:00pm. The meeting is open to the public and will take place at the County Government Center (755 Roanoke Street in Christiansburg).

Find board meeting agendas and other information at https://www.mcps.org/page/school-board.
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
School Board Meeting on June 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Montgomery County Public Schools. Meeting is open to the public.

Graduation weekend has arrived for the MCPS Class of 2026! 🎓

Eastern Montgomery High School will kick off this year’s ceremonies tonight at 6:30pm in the EMHS football stadium.

Additional ceremonies will take place Saturday, May 30:

➡️ Blacksburg High School: 8:30am at Cassell Coliseum, Virginia Tech

➡️ Christiansburg High School: 11:45am at Cassell Coliseum, Virginia Tech

➡️ Auburn High School: 3:00pm in the AHS gym

Families attending ceremonies at Cassell Coliseum are encouraged to review the graduation parking map before arriving on campus. 🗺️ A clear bag policy is in effect at Cassell Coliseum.

All ceremonies will be livestreamed on the MCPS YouTube channel. To watch live, visit https://youtube.com/@mcpsva.

5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools commencement schedule for May 29–30, 2026, listing graduation times and locations for four high schools.
Graduation day parking map showing designated BHS, CHS, and ADA parking areas with entrance routes and road closures near Cassell Coliseum.
Families, students, and community members are invited to join us in celebrating the incredible success of the Blacksburg High School Scholastic Bowl Team and cheering them on during the final game of the 2026 Battle of the Brains Tournament! 🧠

The entire upstairs of Blacksburg Macado's has been reserved for this special celebration on Sunday, May 31. Gathering begins at 11:00am, with the WDBJ broadcast starting at 11:30am.

After the winningest season in BHS Scholastic Bowl history, our 2026 State Champions deserve a memorable send-off. We hope to see you there as we celebrate this outstanding team! 🎉
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Celebrate the Blacksburg High School Scholastic Bowl Team at the Battle of the Brains final game on May 31, 2026, at Blacksburg Macado’s. Gathering begins at 11:00 a.m.; broadcast starts at 11:30 a.m.
Montgomery County children will have access to several summer nutrition programs this summer, including free onsite meals, SUN Meal Kits, and additional food assistance opportunities through Feeding Southwest Virginia. 🍎

Free meals for children 18 years old and younger will be available at select MCPS locations throughout June, July, and early August. SUN Meal Kits with seven breakfasts and seven lunches will also be available weekly for pickup.

Families can learn more about meal locations, pickup sites, eligibility information, and registration deadlines by visiting https://feedingswva.org/summer-food-service-program or https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/summer-food-service-program.
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
MCPS Summer Feeding Programs offers free meals for children 18 and younger at select locations throughout June, July, and early August. Learn more at mcps.org.
Graduation weekend for the Class of 2026 is almost here! 🎓✨

Attendees are encouraged to review ceremony details and arrival information ahead of this weekend’s celebrations:

➡️ Eastern Montgomery High School: Friday, May 29, at 6:30pm at the EMHS football stadium

➡️ Blacksburg High School: Saturday, May 30, at 8:30am at Cassell Coliseum at Virginia Tech

➡️ Christiansburg High School: Saturday, May 30, at 11:45am at Cassell Coliseum at Virginia Tech

➡️ Auburn High School: Saturday, May 30, at 3:00pm in the AHS gym

Families attending ceremonies at Cassell Coliseum should also review the graduation parking map prior to arriving on campus. 🗺️

All ceremonies will be livestreamed on the MCPS YouTube channel. To watch live, visit https://youtube.com/@mcpsva.
5 months ago, Becca Ploch
Montgomery County Public Schools commencement schedule for May 29–30, 2026, listing graduation times and locations for four high schools.
Graduation day parking map showing designated BHS, CHS, and ADA parking areas with entrance routes and road closures near Cassell Coliseum.
We are hiring! We are looking for dedicated Reading/Math Elementary Instructional Coaches to join our team and support our incredible teachers and students.

Visit https://www.mcps.org/page/human-resources for more information.
5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
We Are Hiring" graphic on a green chalkboard background for a Reading/Math Elementary Instructional Coach. Salary: $52,575.90 to $86,938. Includes an apple on an eraser and MCPS logo.
The MCPS Board will host a special session to disucss the MCPS budget on May 28.

🗓️ When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
📍 Where: 755 Roanoke St., Christiansburg, VA 24073
5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
MCPS School Board Meeting May 28 7 p.m. special budget session
Join us in celebrating one of our very best! 🎉🏆 At the May 19 School Board Meeting, D'Ann Dickerson from Harding Avenue Elementary School and Christiansburg Primary School was recognized for being named the Virginia Association for the Gifted 2025-2026 Outstanding Teacher of the Gifted for Region 6!
5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
Two women stand smiling together in a government chambers room with wood-paneled walls, a curved dais, and committee members seated in the background. The phrases "GOD WE TRUST" and "SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS" are visible on the wall. The woman on the left has blonde hair, wears glasses, and a black sleeveless dress with a colorful floral pattern, and holds an award certificate. The woman on the right has dark brown hair and wears a white blazer over a light blue top with dark navy wide-leg trousers.
Huge congratulations to this amazing MCPS senior! 🎉

At the May 19 School Board meeting, Juliauana Burks was recognized for receiving a $1,000 scholarship from the ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation, which honors graduating seniors, followed by the Carilion Children's Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic. We are incredibly proud of your strength, dedication, and bright future! 🎓
5 months ago, Montgomery County Public Schools
Three women stand smiling in a government chambers room with wood-paneled walls, a dais, and the words "IN GOD WE TRUST" on the wall behind them. The woman on the left wears a yellow top and black pants. The student in the center has short blonde hair, wears a grey long-sleeve shirt, wide-leg jeans, and holds a black certificate folder. The woman on the right wears a pink floral patterned cardigan and black pants.