Charles County Public Schools

As of Aug. 1, 2025, Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is no longer using the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. With updated X terms of service that allow content posted to be used for artificial intelligence (AI) training models, not suitable for work (NSFW) content and the reinstatement of controversial banned accounts, CCPS began to move away as a school system from the platform in Spring 2025. The official social media platforms for use by CCPS, including schools, centers and all other school system affiliated accounts, are Facebook and Instagram. CCPS-affiliated X accounts will be monitored, but not utilized for information sharing purposes.

High school students who are enrolled in an Advanced Placement (AP) course for the 2025-2026 school year can sign up for summer AP Boot Camps. The weeklong program offers students an introduction to courses. Tuition is $150 per student with financial assistance available. Among the AP Boot Camps to be offered in July are computer science A, psychology, US history, language and composition, statistics, precalculus and Spanish. To learn more or to sign up, visit bit.ly/4dPuiQM. Registration closes on June 13.

Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can sign up for summer enrichment camps. The camps offer children the opportunity to explore a new hobby or interest or learn more about a subject they enjoy. The weeklong camps run from July 28 to 31. The kindergarten camp takes place at William A. Diggs Elementary School with the programs for kids in Grades 1 to 8 held at Theodore G. Davis Middle School. Tuition is $150 per student with financial assistance available. To learn more about enrichment camps, visit bit.ly/4dPuiQM. Registration closes on June 13.

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) summer camps are still open for registration. Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center (NCEEC) is hosting 10, one-day camps in June and August 2025 for students in Grades 3-12. Camps include activities such as canoeing practice, fishing, building solar ovens for solar s’mores, archery, birdwatching and creating a mosaic flowerpot. To register for a camp visit nanjemoycreek.ccboe.com/events/summer-….

Happy last day of school to Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students! Just a reminder that today, June 13, is a two-hour early dismissal for students. Visit ccboe.com for the most up-to-date calendar information.

The Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) program recently hosted a work-based learning community partners breakfast to recognize the positive impact that work-based community partnerships have on CCPS students. Over 50 partners attended the event on June 5 and were recognized for their support of the school system. Superintendent of Schools Maria V. Navarro, Ed.D., welcomed guests who attended and thanked community partners for their dedication to helping CCPS students become career ready post-graduation. Partners provided apprenticeship, internship and mentor/coaching opportunities for CCPS students and helped students gain real-world experiences. “Our community partners play a vital role in shaping the future of our students by providing meaningful work-based learning opportunities,” Sandy Rooney, CTE specialist said. “These partnerships not only benefit the students, but also strengthen the community as a whole by encouraging collaboration, promoting career awareness and ensuring that young people are equipped to meet the demands of the evolving job market,” she said. Recent CCPS graduate Aaron Smith of North Point High School along with Brent Garner of SMECO shared their experience during a panel discussion working together in the apprenticeship program. Representatives from Spring Dell Center Zach Sinsel and Tina Maddox also joined the discussion and chimed in with their experience working with CCPS students in the apprenticeship program with it being their second year partnering with CCPS to provide work-based learning opportunities for the students.

The Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee, known as SECAC, recently honored Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) staff members who work with students with special needs. Parents and guardians can nominate CCPS staff members for an award to recognize outstanding work and kindness. Any staff member — teachers, building service workers, bus drivers, counselors, cafeteria staff, secretaries, principals, assistant principals, librarians and others — who have impacted a student with special needs is eligible for recognition. To read more visit bit.ly/4mX2w8U.

Tomorrow, June 13, is the last day of school for students. Just a reminder that today, June 12, is a two-hour early dismissal for students. Visit ccboe.com for the most up-to-date calendar information.

The Board of Education of Charles County honored employees June 5 who have retired during the past school year or who have notified Superintendent Maria V. Navarro, Ed.D., that they plan to retire at the end of this school year. A retirement ceremony was held at North Point High School with entertainment provided by a group of orchestra students playing string instruments. To read the full story visit bit.ly/4kCDWsg. To view photos from the event visit zenfolio.page.link/KXibg.

Interested in working in the food industry? Bring your skills to Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) and attend the food service job fair on Wednesday, June 18, 9 a.m.-noon. To register and to apply visit bit.ly/4kgUBkO.

Countdown to the last day of school for students! Just a reminder that today, June 11, is a two-hour early dismissal for students. Visit ccboe.com for the most up-to-date calendar information.

Marvin Jones, Ed.D., a 25-year veteran educator with Charles County Public Schools (CCPS), has been appointed Superintendent of Schools for Essex County Public Schools in Virginia. His appointment was approved yesterday by the Essex County School Board and is effective July 1. Jones – who currently serves as the CCPS Chief of Schools – recently announced his June 30 retirement from CCPS. While he leaves behind a 25-year legacy of leadership and commitment to CCPS staff and students, Jones said he looks forward to the next step in his career as Superintendent. “Moving on from Charles County Public Schools is such a bittersweet decision, my having had such a long and fulfilling experience here, but as difficult as it is to leave, I am just as excited about the next phase of my career. I look forward to the opportunity to impact so many children and families in Virginia, just as I have in Maryland all these years,” Jones said. To read the full story visit bit.ly/4kD0fya.

Countdown to the last day of school for students! Friday, June 13 is a two-hour early dismissal and the last day of school for students. Visit ccboe.com for the most up-to-date calendar information.

Countdown to the last day of school for students! Friday, June 13 is a two-hour early dismissal and the last day of school for students. Visit ccboe.com for the most up-to-date calendar information.

The Board of Education of Charles County on June 2 honored several Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) volunteers as part of the 2025 Be the Difference Awards program. During the recognition ceremony held at North Point High School, the Board recognized several award nominees for their contributions to the school system. To read more about those honored visit bit.ly/4mPgiub.

Countdown to the last day of school for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students and teachers! Just a reminder that the last day of school for students, which is a two-hour early dismissal, is Friday, June 13. The last day for teachers is Tuesday, June 17.

Natasha Williams, school nurse at Benjamin Stoddert Middle School, was recently named the inaugural Nurse of the Year for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS). To read the full story visit bit.ly/4kqUaEK.

The Board of Education’s next regular meeting is 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10. The Board will meet in person at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building. The Starkey Building is located at 5980 Radio Station Road in La Plata. To read the full agenda visit bit.ly/43K8Asr.

Indian Head Elementary School was recognized as a Purple Star School by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) in April. The recognition is a mark of distinction for schools that are dedicated to serving military-connected students and their families. The school was the first in Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) to receive it. To read the full story visit bit.ly/4dLoO9s.

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) summer camps are still open for registration. Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center (NCEEC) is hosting 10, one-day camps in June and August 2025 for students in Grades 3-12. Camps include activities such as canoeing practice, fishing, building solar ovens for solar s’mores, archery, birdwatching and creating a mosaic flowerpot. To register for a camp visit nanjemoycreek.ccboe.com/events/summer-….