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Extended Learning Opportunities

SMCPS is offering Extended Learning Opportunities for students seeking enrichment over the summer to close learning gaps through recovery and/or accelerate learning for future success.

Summer Office Hours

We have limited staff on duty during the summer. It is recommended that you call ahead to make sure there is someone in the building who can assist you.  In addition, a three year renovation project has begun on the building and some areas of the building will be closed throughout the summer.  (301) 475-0215

Open Monday through Friday

8:00 am - noon

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

All schools and offices will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026 and Friday, July 3, 2026

End of Year Report Cards

HAC Report Card Display will open for all schools on Monday, June 15th, so that students and families can view their report cards, and close on Friday, June 26th, at 5:00 pm to prepare for the SY27 rollover.  Home Access Center will open on Friday, August 21st at 5:00 pm.

For Assistance with HAC, report cards, transcripts and registration, contact:

Dorothy VanRyswick, ext. 38120, email dmvanryswick@smcps.org
Kristen Buckmaster, ext. 38104, email kebuckmaster@smcps.org

 

Class of 2027 - Senior Portrait Information

Schedule now to meet the yearbook deadline - Summer dates are June 22, July 14, 15, and 16 in the media center. Fall dates TBD

 

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New Student Registrations

New student registrations are accepted by appointment only.  Please contact the Counseling Office at 301-475-0215 and select option 3 or you may call and enter one of these direct extensions - Mrs. VanRyswick - 38120 or Mrs. Buckmaster - 38104 to schedule an appointment.  For your appointment, you will need to bring the following documents:

  • Birth Certificate
  • Immunization record
  • Proof of residence (any utility bill, mortgage statement, property tax bill or a signed lease agreement)
  • Photo ID

Personal Electronic Use

Students are not permitted to use cellphones and personal electronics, except during the following times: before 8:00 a.m., during the one-hour lunch period (12:06-1:11 p.m.), and after 2:45 p.m. They are expected to be turned off and out of sight. If you violate this policy, your personal electronics will be confiscated and you will receive a referral. After the first offense, parents and guardians will be required to come to school to pick up the personal electronics, and additional consequences will be given. Refusal to turn in your personal electronics will also result in further consequences.

 
Poster explaining: Phones are only allowed before 8am, after 2:45 pm, and during lunch.

 

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