𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 – 𝟑/𝟑/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is preparing for the possibility of a Virtual Learning Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. All necessary learning materials will be sent home with students today, Monday, March 2, 2026. No decision has been made at this time. A message will be sent through our regular media outlets and school system alerts no later than 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, regarding whether a virtual learning day will be implemented.
This week, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is proud to celebrate National School Breakfast Week, a time to highlight the importance of starting each day with a healthy, nutritious meal!
A good breakfast fuels student success by improving focus, boosting energy, and supporting overall well-being. We encourage all students to take advantage of the breakfast options available each morning in our schools.
Through the Community Eligibility Program, all GCPS students can receive one breakfast and one lunch each school day at no cost—making it easier than ever to ensure every student is ready to learn and thrive.
Join us in celebrating National School Breakfast Week!
𝐆𝐂𝐏𝐒 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟑/𝟐/𝟐𝟔
GCPS will operate normally today, Monday, March 2, 2026, and will not use a virtual learning day.
𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 – 𝟑/𝟐/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is preparing for the possibility of a Virtual Learning Day on Monday, March 2, 2026. All necessary learning materials will be sent home with students today, Friday, February 27, 2026. No decision has been made at this time. A message will be sent through our regular media outlets and school system alerts no later than 6:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026, regarding whether a virtual learning day will be implemented.
𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞-𝐔𝐩 𝐃𝐚𝐲
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) will dismiss students three (3) hours early on Friday, February 27, 2026, for staff development in the afternoon. County-wide staff development will take place in various schools and at Garrett College. Please note: If inclement weather causes a delayed opening at Garrett County Public Schools, the scheduled staff development and early dismissal will be canceled. Students would follow the delayed schedule and be dismissed at the regular time.
Due to today’s inclement weather day, Monday, June 8, 2026, will now be used as a make-up day, as pre-approved on the 2025-26 GCPS Calendar. Should any additional traditional inclement weather days occur, those make-up days will be added to the end of the school year.
For up-to-date information on the GCPS calendar, please visit www.gcps.net/calendars.
𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐/𝟐𝟓/𝟐𝟔
All Garrett County Public Schools' afternoon and evening activities are permitted to take place today, Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟐/𝟐𝟓/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This is a traditional inclement weather day. No virtual learning will occur today. Code Orange is in place for employees. Central Office Facilities will open at 10:00 a.m.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝟕:𝟐𝟓 𝐚𝐦: Garrett County Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This is a traditional inclement weather day. No virtual learning will occur today. Code Orange is in place for employees. Central Office Facilities will open at 10:00 a.m.
𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟐/𝟐𝟓/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools will open three (3) hours late on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐂𝐏𝐒 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝟔:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦 𝟐/𝟐𝟒/𝟐𝟔
All Garrett County Public Schools' afternoon and evening activities are to conclude by 6:00 pm today, Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
𝐆𝐂𝐏𝐒 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐥𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐮𝐧𝐤
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) was honored during a Special Olympics Spotlight Hour held on Friday, February 20, as part of the Super Dunk event. The recognition celebrated the strong and ongoing partnership between GCPS and Special Olympics Maryland, as well as the school system’s continued support of Unified sports and inclusive programming.
During the Spotlight Hour, top fundraisers from each GCPS team, along with their team captains, were invited to attend and be recognized for their leadership, commitment, and contributions to this year’s fundraising efforts. These individuals played a key role in supporting initiatives that benefit Unified Sports across Garrett County. Participants were also given the opportunity to join members of the Super Dunk team for an additional dunk, adding to the excitement and celebratory spirit of the evening.
One of the first Super Dunkers was Dr. Chelsie Manges, GCPS Director of Special Education, who dunked 12 times over 12 hours, stating, “Each dunk was dedicated to one of our schools to continue to bring awareness to our unified sports and highlight our dedication and commitment to inclusion.”
The event highlighted the impact of community collaboration and the dedication of GCPS students, staff, and supporters in promoting inclusion and opportunity through Unified Sports.
For more information about the Super Dunk, please visit https://support.somd.org/event/2026-super-dunk/e702047.
𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟐/𝟐𝟒/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools will conduct a Virtual Learning Day (with live instruction) on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Schools will be closed for in-person learning.
𝐆𝐂𝐏𝐒 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐬
Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) was made aware this morning of a delivery issue affecting some users who did not receive a phone call and/or text message. After contacting SchoolMessenger, our mass communication service provider, we learned this is a known issue that the vendor is working to resolve.
While we await resolution, GCPS encourages parents and guardians who may question our operating status to double-check the GCPS website, GCPS Facebook page, and local media outlets for important updates. Additionally, if desired, families may review and update their communication preferences through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
What makes GCPS strong? Exceptional teaching, dedicated leadership, supportive families, meaningful community partnerships, and a commitment to empowering educators. Join us in celebrating the people, partnerships, and practices that make our public schools strong all this week, February 23-27, 2026.
𝐆𝐂𝐏𝐒 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐝
All Garrett County Public Schools' afternoon and evening activities are canceled for today, Monday, February 23, 2026.
This week, we celebrate the impact of agricultural education and the students who are shaping the future of our communities through leadership, service, and hands-on learning. Members of the National FFA Organization continue to grow as innovators, leaders, and advocates for agriculture every day.
Join us in recognizing their hard work and dedication!
𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟐/𝟐𝟑/𝟐𝟔
Garrett County Public Schools will conduct a Virtual Learning Day (with live instruction) on Monday, February 23, 2026. Schools will be closed for in-person learning.
During the February 10, 2026, meeting of the Garrett County Board of Education, the Board approved a four-year contract appointing Dr. Nicole Miller as Superintendent of Schools for Garrett County Public Schools. The appointment was contingent upon approval by the Maryland State Superintendent, which has since been granted.
“I extend my best wishes to the Garrett County Board of Education and Dr. Miller,” said Dr. Carey Wright, State Superintendent of Schools. “The Maryland State Department of Education looks forward to supporting Dr. Miller in implementing bold initiatives to address long-standing opportunities, improve achievement gaps, and ensure the success of all Garrett County Public School System students.”
Dr. Miller’s contract will run from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2030.
𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐/𝟐𝟑/𝟐𝟔
GCPS is preparing for the possibility of a Virtual Learning Day on Monday, February 23, 2026. All necessary learning materials will be sent home with students today, Friday, February 20, 2026. No decision has been made at this time. A message will be sent through our regular media outlets and school system alerts no later than 6:00 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026, regarding whether a virtual learning day will be implemented.
The Maryland State Board of Education (MSDE) has opened the Comprehensive Adolescent Literacy Policy for public comment. The policy outlines expectations for grades 4-12 literacy instruction, including high-quality instructional materials, professional learning, and systems to support adolescent readers. Public comment is open through February 26, 2026, after which feedback will be reviewed prior to final Board consideration. Review the proposed policy at https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:ccd6c53e-9c9c-41ce-bc8c-8b37af3251c9. Public comments may be submitted to the Maryland State Department of Education, Literacy Programs and Initiatives branch via email at literacy.msde@maryland.gov.
Garrett County Public Schools is seeking a dynamic educational leader to serve as our next Chief Academic Officer. This executive role will lead curriculum, instruction, and academic strategy to drive student success across the district.
✽ Central Office - Oakland, MD
✽ Full-time, 12-month position
✽ Starts July 1, 2026
✽ Application Deadline: February 27, 2026, 11:59 p.m., but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Full details and the application are available at https://www.applitrack.com/garrettcountyschools/onlineapp/. Please contact Ms. Angela Flanigan at 301.334.8904 or angela.flanigan@gcps.net.
