FCPS policy committee advances several policy revisions, decommissions two old policies The Frederick County Public Schools policy committee voted to advance recommendations to decommission an outdated evening high‑school policy and a character‑education policy, and moved several revised nondiscrimination and bullying policies to the full board for further consideration.

Frederick County Public Schools is shaking things up by decommissioning outdated policies and advancing critical updates on bullying, discrimination, and character education!

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Frederick County schools present three budget shortfall scenarios as county funding lags request School staff told the finance committee that the proposed operating budget requires $18.2 million from the county but county communications indicate $6 million is likely, creating a $12 million gap. Staff outlined three scenarios that prioritize health insurance and legally required positions while identifying potential reductions including bus replacements and non-student-facing roles.

Frederick County schools are facing a staggering $12 million budget shortfall that could jeopardize crucial employee benefits and special education positions.

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Frederick County School Board hears wide-ranging budget concerns at FY2027 public hearing At a Feb. 3 public hearing, staff and residents urged the school board to fund kitchen upgrades and nutrition services, expand bus replacements and spares, raise school-safety and HR capacity, invest in instructional technology and add a VPI preschool classroom as the board reviews its proposed FY2027 budget.

Frederick County residents and staff are rallying for vital budget changes to enhance school safety, nutrition services, and technology as the school board prepares for the FY2027 budget vote.

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Frederick County finance committee hears salary, health-insurance and program proposals; forwards $1M Dell contract to full board The Frederick County School Board finance committee reviewed the superintendent's year-3 salary strategy (proposed 5.6% teacher average), a projected $7 million health-insurance increase, staffing-standard requests trimmed to 13 net positions, and a proposed $120,000 virtual-school pilot; the committee moved a $1,000,000 Dell Marketing LP IT contract to the full board for approval.

The Frederick County finance committee is tackling a $7M health-insurance hike and a bold salary strategy while moving forward a $1M tech contract—what does this mean for our schools?

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Monocacy Foundation highlights educational support at community meeting in Frederick Community members recognize Monocacy Foundation's impact on students with disabilities during meeting.

Frederick County is taking monumental steps to support students with disabilities, launching the innovative EdPlan MD system to enhance communication between families and schools.

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Frederick County CCAC prepares for annual event with thousands of volunteers CCAC announces event logistics and volunteer coordination for Friday and Saturday activities.

Frederick County Public Schools is rallying thousands of volunteers for an inspiring resource fair dedicated to supporting families and students with special needs!

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