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On Monday, March 30, Charlestown Elementary School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 9:15-10:15 AM.

Big thanks to Breana Ross from WBAL-TV 11 for visiting Cherry Hill Middle! She got the scoop on our new CCPS Blue Catfish Cake Sandwich—locally caught in the Chesapeake Bay! Watch the story tonight at 4:55 PM & 7:00 PM!

Congrats to our state winners! ~ Marcus Hernandez (NEHS): 1st, "Brothers in Arms" ~ Rachel Von Steuben (RSES): 2nd, "Lightning Bugs" ~ Chloe Kline (RSHS): 2nd, "Dandelion Prison" We’re so proud of these talented CCPS writers! The contest returns for grades 1-12 in Fall 2026.

Starting the day with gratitude! Today we hosted our annual Student Teacher Breakfast to celebrate the incredible educators who chose CCPS. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students. We wish you the very best in your future placements and endeavors!

On Friday, March 27, Rising Sun Middle School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 1:00-2:00 PM.

Huge thanks to Josh Hayhurst (Superdojo), Tracy Reynolds (Utilitrain), & Cindy Jones (First Financial Federal Credit Union) for joining our Educator for a Day Program! We appreciate you shadowing our staff to help bridge the gap between the classroom and the future workforce.

On Thursday, March 26, Perryville Middle School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 8:15-9:15 AM.

We had an inspiring afternoon yesterday at the Carver Center for the 2026 CCPS Teacher of the Year Meet and Greet! It was a privilege to hear from our nominees and celebrate their commitment to our students and community. The final winner will be announced on April 21.

On Wednesday, March 18, Elkton Middle School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 9:45-10:45 AM.

On Tuesday, March 17, Gilpin Manor Elementary School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 9:15-10:15 AM.

On Thursday, March 12, Cherry Hill Middle School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 8:15-9:15 AM.

The inaugural CCPS Elementary Basketball Play Day was a slam dunk! It wasn’t just about the score—it was about the smiles, school spirit, and fun. A huge thanks to the coaches, staff, and families who supported our stars. Our students had an absolute blast on the court!

On Wednesday, March 11, Conowingo Elementary School will conduct an ALICE drill in partnership with law enforcement. The campus will be closed from 9:15-10:15 AM.

There’s nothing like the magic of a great book! This week, we celebrated Read Across America with guest readers from across the community. Our students loved hearing new stories from our visitors. Thank you to everyone who helped turn our halls into a celebration of learning!

Congratulations to the 25 young authors honored by the CCLC on 3/2! From 17 schools to a speech by Kami Garcia, Cecil County talent is shining. Also, congratulations to Sherry Eichinger-Wilson on her 2026 Literacy Luminary Award, and good luck to our 3 state finalists in Towson!

March is Women’s History Month at CCPS! We’re honoring the trailblazers who paved the way and the students breaking barriers today. From the scientists in our books to the leaders in our hallways, we celebrate the impact of women in our community!