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Welcome to Saint Mary's County Public Schools
Welcome to St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS). With approximately 16,892 students,
our school system is large enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs and
services, and small enough to maintain an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness,
and personalized service. As a school system, we are focused on student achievement
and assuring that our students meet rigorous standards; at SMCPS all children can and will learn.
Our goal is to focus our efforts to create a total community committed to learning
and safety for ALL children. By "Working Hard and Being Nice," we have
an opportunity to provide an optimal teaching and learning environment that is second
to none. We look forward to working with you as we "Chart a Course to Excellence."
Click here to learn more about us
"Superintendent's Young Drivers Safety
Initiative"
With the support of community partners, Dr. Michael J.
Martirano, superintendent of schools, kicked off his Young Drivers Safety Initiative
on July 29, 2008. The initiative seeks to educate students and prevent high-risk
driving behaviors that have contributed to so many recent tragedies in Southern
Maryland. The initiative also includes a five point plan to be implemented
in St. Mary's County Public Schools at the beginning of the 2008-2009 school year.
For more details, visit:
www.smcps.k12.md.us/press_release/071608relDriversSafety.htm
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During the press conference, Dr. Michael J. Martirano,
SMCPS superintendent of schools, reads the Young Drivers Community Leaders Pledge
as
Maryland's Secretary of Transportation, John Porcari, and Dr. Elizabeth Baker
of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) review the formal
document to be signed by community leaders.
Chopticon High School (CHS) Senior Leland Thomas signs a Safe Driving Contract for Students as his mother, Lillian Thomas, Dr. Martirano, and CHS Principal Garth Bowling (standing) look on.
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