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MCPS unveils 6‑region program model and refined boundary engagement; officials promise phased rollout and more data
Summary
At the July 24 board meeting MCPS staff presented updated boundary study outreach and a recommended 6‑region model to replace some countywide programs, citing equity, transportation, and facility‑use goals. The plan proposes a phased transition beginning with ninth graders in fall 2027 and final regional rollout by 2030–31.
Montgomery County Public Schools staff presented an updated boundary study and recommended program realignment at the board's July 24 business meeting, proposing a six‑region model for high‑school programs intended to expand access and reduce reliance on a small number of countywide programs.
Superintendent Dr. Taylor and staff said the work aims to "ensure that all students, regardless of ZIP code, have equitable access to high quality enriched programming." Chief Operations Officer Adnan Mamoun and Chief Academic Officer Nikki Porter summarized summer community engagement, including targeted outreach and over 10,000 survey responses across studies introduced this spring (about 6,300 responses for the Woodward study and about 4,300 for the Crown study), and previewed next steps: refining options in September, a superintendent recommended option in December, board public hearings in February–March, and a final boundary decision in March 2026.
Porter detailed program…
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