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Letter from the Superintendent - Return to School - 09/03/20

Yesterday afternoon, we shared important information in our Town Hall meeting about next steps in our Fall 2020 Safe Return to School Plan. Over the last several months, we have provided ongoing communication about the SMCPS Recovery Plan for bringing our students back into our schools for in-person instruction.Yesterday afternoon, we shared important information in our Town Hall meeting about next steps in our Fall 2020 Safe Return to School Plan. Over the last several months, we have provided ongoing communication about the SMCPS Recovery Plan for bringing our students back into our schools for in-person instruction.This summer, we outlined the plan for opening schools online, with a process for phasing in groups of students in a gradual and gated process to allow for a safe and monitored return.

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Back to School

Letter from the Superintendent - Back to School - 08/28/20

Dear SMCPS Staff and Families: We are finishing a busy week which comes at the end of a very busy summer. Teachers and support staff have been in schools these past five days getting their virtual and actual classrooms ready for students. We want to thank all those parents and community members who welcomed them back and showed them how much they are appreciated and respected. We also want to thank all the parents who picked up materials and devices at their children’s schools in preparation for the first day of school. Read more.

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Update: July 30th, 2020

SMCPS will begin the 2020-2021 school year with all students completely online for the first quarter. Throughout the first quarter, SMCPS and the St. Mary’s County Health Department will monitor several local data points, including: percent of local population tested, positivity rate of those tested, and demographics and outcome data on confirmed cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary's County residents.

Letter from the Superintendent - Online Learning - 07/30/20

UPDATE: June 17th, 2020

Thursday marks the end of the 2020 school year and I just wanted to say thank you for all your patience and support over these past three months. We have learned a great deal during this last quarter and so have our students. Read more...

UPDATE: May 8, 2020

This week, we learned from Governor Hogan and State Superintendent Dr. Salmon that all Maryland Public Schools will remain closed through the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Read more...

UPDATE: May 7, 2020

Yesterday, the State Superintendent commented on the status of the current school year.

​Online Learning Continues
State Superintendent, Dr. Karen Salmon, announced on Wednesday, May 6, that all Maryland Schools will remain closed through the end of the 2019-2020 school year. 

Students will continue to receive credit for participation and progress, and teachers will continue to monitor students’ progress and provide feedback as they have done for the last several weeks.  

Press Release: May 1st, 2020

May 1, 2020 School Lunch Hero Day

UPDATE: April 17, 2020

This afternoon, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan and State Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon announced that all Maryland public schools will remain closed through Friday, May 15, 2020.

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April 17, 2020 Letter from the superintendent

UPDATE: April 16, 2020

Technology Support

UPDATE: April 9, 2020

Staff Preparation for the Continuity of Learning

UPDATE: April 2, 2020

Meal Services Offered Through Community Partners

UPDATE: March 27, 2020

Drive-Up Meal Service Available for Students Through the Summer Meals Program

March 27, 2020 Letter

UPDATE: March 25, 2020  

March 25, 2020 Letter

UPDATE: March 19, 2020:

New Information below in system-wide communications.

UPDATE: March 13, 2020:

St. Mary’s County Health Department 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Info

The St. Mary’s County government has been opened a community information line for St. Mary’s County residents needing more information about the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).  Community members can call the center Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. to speak with staff, obtain information about the disease or get their questions answered at: 301-475-4911

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus) grows in our area, SMCPS and the St. Mary’s County Health Department are working closely with local, state, and federal agencies to monitor the situation. SMCPS remains committed to providing all families, staff, and students with updated, accurate information regarding the impact on our school operations.  

Throughout this period of extended school closure, St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) is providing continuous opportunities for learning. This is not our normal way of doing business, so there are many questions. We will provide ongoing updates for these questions.

Resources

• CDC Resources
  • Guidance for School Settings
• Talking to Children about COVID-19
• Cover Your Coughs and Sneezes - Kids
• Handwashing Guide

Social Distancing

What does it mean?

Social distancing is the practice of reducing close contact between people to slow the spread of infections or diseases.  Social distancing measures include limiting large groups of people coming together, closing buildings, and canceling events.

The St. Mary's County Health Department has provided this flyer with additional information.

Social Distancing Do's and Don't