PTSA INFORMATION AND NEWS
BOE Seeks Community Leaders and Communication Experts to Join Advisory Committee
Montgomery County community leaders and professionals with expertise in communication and engagement are invited to apply to join the newly formed Board of Education Advisory Committee on Communication and Community Engagement, a key initiative designed to deepen collaboration between the Montgomery County Board of Education (Board) and the community.
Application deadline is Friday, February 28, 2025.
| WCHS PTSA MCCPTA Delegates Seek Comments on Proposed Healthy Sleep Resolution The Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (“MCCPTA”) presented a proposed resolution to change secondary school start times to ensure adolescents get 8-10 hours of sleep per night to achieve optimal health. Our WCHS PTSA MCCPTA Delegates, Raj Shrestha and Heather Zhao request your comments on this proposed resolution to properly advocate the WCHS community position. Please review the resolution materials below and submit your comments. Deadline to submit comments is Friday, February 21, 2025. PROPOSED RESOLUTION PRESENTATION SLIDES BENEFITS OF LATER START TIMES SUBMIT COMMENTS HERE Questions? Contact our WCHS PTSA MCCPTA Delegates:Raj Shrestha, [email protected] OR Heather Zhao, [email protected]. |
MCCPTA Seeks Members for the Nominating Committee (25-26)
The Montgomery County Council of Parent Teacher Associations (“MCCPTA”) seeks members for its Nominating Committee to find qualified candidates to serve on the MCCPTA Board of Directors.
BOE Appoints 8 to New MCPS Leadership Posts
On February 4th, the BOE approved 8 high-profile MCPS appointments and approved Superintendent Taylor’s Recommended Operating Budget.
 Superintendent Taylor Releases FY 2026 Recommended Operating Budget Superintendent Taylor presented the Recommended Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Operating Budget request to the Board of Education. He proposed a $3.61 billion Operating Budget for FY 2026. LEARN MORE |
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| MCCPTA Advocacy Priorities (2024-2025) LEARN MORE about the priorities the Montgomery County Council of Parent Teacher Associations (“MCCPTA”) will focus on this school year. |
MCCPTA TECH CORNER: Consider Smartphone Alternatives for Your Kids
There has been a lot of media recently regarding the dangers and harms of smartphone use on children’s mental, emotional and physical health, as well as detriment to their developmental and academic outcomes. However, some children may need to be able to communicate with family and friends. Thankfully, there are many alternatives to smartphones that don’t carry the same risks! Wait Until 8th, an organization that recommends delaying smartphones until at least the end of 8th grade, put together a list of smartphone alternatives for parents to consider. Another resource parents can use is this “Phone Options Matrix” that compares the features of different phones to help guide this major family decision (the matrix is also available in Spanish).
Learn More About the Crown HS Boundary Study Which Includes WCHS
In preparation for the opening of Crown High School, the expansion of Damascus High School and the reopening of Charles W. Woodward High School in the 2027-2028 school year, MCPS is conducting a boundary study. This study will help determine new attendance areas and address overcrowding at some schools. Visit the dedicated website to find detailed information, FAQs and updates on the process. Learn how these changes will impact MCPS students and families, including WCHS.
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| Hello Bulldog Families! The Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) at Winston Churchill HS provides comprehensive support to the students, teachers, staff, and members of our community. Our membership drive is our primary fundraiser providing ninety percent (90%) of our endowment for the school year. Without your membership, we cannot continue to support all of the meaningful services that we provide. Please view the Membership Tab for important information on the PTSA and how to join. Interested in WCHS sprit wear? Here is the LINK to the WCHS PTSA store on AtoZ for people to purchase memberships and spirit wear. Please reach out to Susan Lifsey at [email protected] for any questions around spirt wear. |
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Have questions about the PTSA or any of the PTSA’s Programs? Contact PTSA President, Jacqueline Coleman Snead, at w[email protected].
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