Information Sources

Where and how to access information about school operations, including closures, delays, and early dismisals.
Information Sources

Weather Decisions

How Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) reaches decisions about weather-related school closures, delays, and early dismissals.
Weather Decisions
Information in English, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese

Emergency Procedures

Details about closure of schools, delayed openings, early dismissals, and more. Weekend decisions are made by the county's Interagency Coordinating Board for the use of public facilities.
Emergency Procedures
Community Use of Schools (ICB)

Emergency Preparedness

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is prepared to effectively and efficiently respond to a multitude of emergency/crisis situations that may impact students, staff, and parents or guardians.
Emergency Preparedness
Information brochure in English, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese

Missed School Days

The weather contingency plan adds instructional days to the end of the scheduled school year and from the planned spring break if schools are closed for more than four days due to excessive weather emergencies.
School Calendar

NOTE: During emergencies, this page may be updated frequently.
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