NEWS — On Maryland report card, more than 72% of PGCPS schools received among the three highest ratings of 3, 4 and 5-star, an increase from last year. Nearly 75% of schools saw gains in academic achievement , including in elementary and middle school math. And when compared to the state average, more of our schools gained a star from last year, while fewer schools lost a star.
Prince George's County Public Schools
Primary and Secondary Education
Upper Marlboro, MD 29,957 followers
Maryland's second-largest school system, serving more than 130,000 students and their families. We are #PGCPSProud!
About us
Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), one of the nation's 25 largest school districts, has 200 schools and centers, more than 133,000 students and 22,000 employees. The school system serves a diverse student population from urban, suburban and rural communities located in the Washington, DC suburbs. PGCPS is nationally recognized for innovative programs and initiatives that provide students with unique learning opportunities, including arts integration, environmental and financial literacy, and language immersion.
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https://www.pgcps.org/
External link for Prince George's County Public Schools
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- Primary and Secondary Education
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Upper Marlboro, MD
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- Educational
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14201 School Lane
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, US
Employees at Prince George's County Public Schools
Updates
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Please take note of these September reminders! 📣Attend the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) virtual public hearing Thursday, Sept. 5 The CIP outlines the district's plan for school construction, renovations & facility upgrades. Meeting» bit.ly/BOE-CIP
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A big thank you to our partners at Educational Systems Federal Credit Union for their back-to-school donations, including funding for a sensory calming room for students at the Regional Autism Center at Pointer Ridge Elementary, and student safety gear!
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To kick off the new school year, Maryland Board of Education President Dr. Joshua Michael joined Superintendent Millard House II to tour PGCPS schools! The visits highlighted schools where students saw improvements on the '23-'24 MCAP assessments + showcased innovative academic programs. #PGCPSProud
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NEWS — PGCPS students showed modest gains on the 2023-24 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP), with nearly a third of schools improving by two percentage points or more in English Language Arts (ELA) and/or mathematics, including 35 schools with at least a five percentage point improvement. In mathematics, students saw improvements from SY23 to SY24 in grades 3, 4, 5 as well as Algebra I.
Press Release: Elementary School Math Shines in PGCPS State Assessment Results
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Get ready to unleash your superpowers this school year! Our latest blog shares 6 tips for a successful school year — applying for free/reduced price meals, getting involved in school activities, immunizations and more!
6 Tips to Unleash Your Superpowers This School Year!
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Take a peek into our first day of school + hear from Superintendent Millard House on a few 2024-25 highlights! #PGCPSProud #PGCPS1stDay
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Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference in the lives of students? We’re looking for dedicated educators to join our team! From competitive salaries and benefits to opportunities for professional growth, discover the many benefits that can be yours as a PGCPS educator. Visit us online at pgcps.org/careers to apply and for the latest hiring events.
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We’re looking for incredible school bus drivers to join our team! If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students and enjoy the open road, this is your chance! From paid CDL training to flexible work hours to competitive pay, learn about the many benefits that can be yours as a PGCPS bus driver. Learn about our upcoming virtual and in person recruitment events for school bus drivers. Visit us online and rev up your career as PGCPS school bus driver, today! Learn more now: https://lnkd.in/dq3zVd9
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New high school science and technology students at Charles H. Flowers, DuVal, Eleanor Roosevelt and Oxon Hill are getting a head start this summer at the University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering! Through the 2024 GOAL Engineering Kit program, students are building rubber band-powered carts and getting a closeup look at UMD's engineering program! #PGCPSSummer
Congratulations to Eleanor Roosevelt HS for winning this year's Get Out And Learn (GOAL) program competition! The competition, created by Women in Engineering and the Department of Mechanical Engineering, is building a cart using a rubber band propeller, aiming for 50 pennies across a certain distance with the fewest rubber bands. A round of applause for the hard-working students of Charles Herbert Flowers High School, Oxon Hill High School, and Duval High School who participated in this year’s competition.
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