Washington County Public Schools

The 2026 Educational Facilities Master Plan is a long-range document focusing on facilities planning for Washington County Public Schools. It includes analyses of community demographics, facility conditions, and student enrollment trends. The plan's primary objectives are the replacement and consolidation of aging school buildings at elementary and secondary levels, and the continuous upkeep and replacement of critical building systems to maintain high-quality educational environments. It aims to inform stakeholders about short- and long-term facility needs and their prioritization.

The 2022-2023 Reopening Plan for Washington County Public Schools is a strategic framework designed to ensure continuous high-quality, in-person learning and improved student outcomes. Key focus areas include safeguarding health and safety, accelerating academic progress for all students to reach and exceed grade level, ensuring equity for diverse student groups (including English learners and students with disabilities), promoting the social and emotional well-being of students and staff, and fostering collaboration and communication with families and the community. The plan details data-driven strategies for differentiated instruction, targeted interventions, and robust health, safety, and logistical protocols to support these goals.

This Educational Facilities Master Plan (EFMP) serves as a ten-year roadmap for Washington County Public Schools, outlining short- and long-range facility needs. The plan focuses on the strategic replacement and consolidation of aging school buildings, continuous upkeep of critical building systems, and analysis of community demographics, current facility conditions, and student enrollment trends. It aims to ensure that all schools remain fully operational, effectively manage growth, and provide a high-quality educational environment for all students through efficient facility improvements and resource allocation.

This document outlines the Maryland World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, providing a comprehensive framework for world language instructional programs. It is organized around five key goal areas: Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities, which collectively define the knowledge and abilities students should acquire. The plan's overarching aim is to equip learners with linguistic and cultural competence, preparing them to be successful participants in the global workforce and citizens of the world.

This document outlines Washington County Public Schools' (WCPS) draft plan for implementing the 'Blueprint for Maryland's Future' law. The plan is structured around five key pillars: expanding early childhood education to include universal PreK for three- and four-year-olds; elevating teacher and principal careers through enhanced preparation, increased salaries (targeting $60,000 by 2026), and support for national board certification; ensuring College and Career Readiness by 10th grade proficiency in English and Math, offering diverse pathways including CTE, AP, IB, and dual enrollment, with WCPS covering associated fees; providing comprehensive resources and wraparound services, including mental health support and additional staffing, for English Learners, special education students, and those in high-poverty schools; and establishing robust governance and accountability mechanisms for compliance. The overall objective is to remove barriers for students and improve educational outcomes.