ENGAGE PGCPS: Graduations Start This Week! (05/12/26)
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Graduations Start This Week: Everything You Need to Know
Over the next month, thousands of high school seniors will walk across the stage, receive their diplomas, and begin an exciting new chapter! Don’t miss the celebration of the Class of 2026 at pgcps.org and across our social media platforms. Reminder: all graduation ceremonies will be livestreamed.
Superintendent Search Advances
Stay informed on the search for the next PGCPS superintendent as the committee advances three final candidates following a community-driven selection process shaped by thousands of parent, student and staff voices.
Read More about the Superintendent Search
Learn More: Strategic Realignment Workgroup
The Strategic Realignment Workgroup — made up of district leaders, educators, parents, union partners, business leaders, and community members — is reviewing spending, programs, staffing, and long-term funding strategies to identify ways to strengthen PGCPS’ financial future, improve efficiency, and sustain high-quality student experiences.
Learn More about the Strategic Realignment Workgroup
Annual Film Festival: Join in the Celebration & Vote for Your Favorite Entries!
The PGCPS Film Festival is a vibrant celebration of student creativity, storytelling, and innovation in Media Arts! Families and community members are invited to join the excitement by viewing the featured entries and participating in online voting to help select their favorite films!
Learn More & Vote for the PGCPS Film Festival
Webinar: An Introduction to Education Savings
Join Maryland 529 for an informational webinar on the benefits of saving for your child’s education with the Maryland College Investment Plan. Plus, learn how you may be eligible to receive up to $500 from the state through the Save4College State Contribution Program.
Monday, May 18 | 6 p.m.
Register for the College Investment Plan Webinar
Steps to Boost Your Online Security
Between late April and early May 2026, Instructure identified unauthorized activity on the Canvas platform. This incident affected 275 million users across numerous educational institutions, including PGCPS.
Visit our webpage to learn what steps you can take to help boost your online security.
Recruitment Season is Here: Homecoming Recruitment Event
Join us for our special PGCPS Homecoming recruitment event – we’re hiring classroom teachers, bus drivers & trainees, and transportation attendants!
Saturday, May 16 | 9 a.m. - Noon
Dr. Henry A. Wise, Jr. High School
16250 Brooke Lane, Upper Marlboro
Learn More & Register for the PGCPS Homecoming Recruitment Event
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This Week's Events
May 12 – BOE Policy & Governance Committee Meeting
May 14 – Grade Appeal Window CLOSES
May 15 - June 2 – High School Graduations
May 18 – BOE Operations, Budget & Fiscal Affairs Committee Meeting