SMCPS Update 2
Weekly Update for St. Mary's County Public Schools Families
April 16, 2020
Updates for the St. Mary's County Public Schools Community
Throughout this period of extended school closure, St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) is providing continuous opportunities for learning. This is not our normal way of doing business, so there are many questions. We will provide ongoing updates for these questions.
Technology Support
Connecting to Resources: Additional information about connecting to the online resources, as well as troubleshooting guidance, is posted at www.smcps.org/dci/online.
Laptops: Schools are in the process of prioritizing the distribution of laptops for students who are not able to access the online platforms. Decisions will be based on need, access, and extenuating circumstances.
Wifi Access: Free WiFi access is now available to all students and staff in the parking lots of nine St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS).
Laptops: Schools are in the process of prioritizing the distribution of laptops for students who are not able to access the online platforms. Decisions will be based on need, access, and extenuating circumstances.
Wifi Access: Free WiFi access is now available to all students and staff in the parking lots of nine St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS).
- Ridge Elementary
- Evergreen Elementary
- George Washington Carver Elem.
- Dynard Elementary
- Great Mills High
- Chopticon High
- Leonardtown High
- Lettie Marshall Dent Elem.
- Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center
State Testing
MSDE has received a waiver this year, and students will not be responsible for taking statewide assessments (the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) tests). All requirements for students needing to re-take tests in order to meet graduation requirements this spring have been waived
Grading and Report Cards
- You can locate your child’s 3rd Marking Period Report Card on the Home Access Center (HAC) at www.smcps.org/hac
- The 4th Marking Period is graded Pass/Incomplete based on students’ participation and progress in the online platforms, or paper packets as appropriate. Teachers are monitoring progress in the online platforms and are aware of the students who have received paper packets. The weighting of the fourth quarter grades in the final grade calculation will be determined based on the date of school reopening.
Class of 2020
High school principals are working with senior class leaders to develop plans. More information to follow from your school.
Kindergarten Registration
The Pre-K and Head Start application process, as well as kindergarten registration, will begin when schools reopen. Visit www.smcps.org/ssp for more information.
St. Mary's County Public Schools
Email: webmaster@smcps.org
Website: www.smcps.org
Location: 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, MD, USA
Phone: 301-475-5511
Facebook: www.facebook.com/smcps.org
Twitter: @smcps_md