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Board approves renaming General Smallwood Middle School to Glymont Middle School
Summary
The Charles County Board of Education voted 8–1–1 on April 28 to rename General Smallwood Middle School 'Glymont Middle School' effective with the 2025–26 school year after discussion of local historical significance and community committee input.
The Charles County Board of Education voted April 28 to rename General Smallwood Middle School to Glymont Middle School, effective with the 2025–26 school year.
The motion to rename the school was made by Board member Jamila Smith and seconded by Board member Brenda Thomas. The motion passed with eight votes in favor, one opposed and one abstention.
Why it matters: The change follows a community and school committee process that recommended names tied to local geography and history on the county’s western side. Board members said the Glymont name reflects historical activity in that area and aligns with the committee’s preference to use a locality‑based name rather than a personal name.
Debate and local context
Board members who supported the change cited community input and local history, noting Glymont’s past as a river port and resort area that drew visitors from Washington, D.C. and other locales. Opposing comments included concern from some members that other local contributors — including long‑serving educators and community leaders — had not been more fully considered for name recognition.
Formal action
The motion was recorded with Jamila Smith as mover and Brenda Thomas as seconder. Vote tally recorded: 8 yes, 1 no, 1 abstain. The board clerk will update district records and coordinate implementation steps for signage and communications with the school and county staff.
Ending
Board members thanked the Smallwood community, staff and the naming committee for their work and input during the process.
