What’s Happening & When
MCPS’s countywide study will unfold over multiple phases beginning October 19, 2026.
SOSSS tracks key dates so families and community members can stay informed and engaged.
Key Dates
See the full schedule and locations of the community engagement opportunities here and additional details from MCPS here.
Two rounds of in-person and virtual engagement sessions are planned:
- Round 1: Oct. 19–Nov. 2
- Round 2: Nov. 30–Dec. 10
The two in-person meetings closest to downtown Silver Spring:
- Round 1: Eastern Middle School on Thurs., Oct. 29 at 6:30
- Round 2: Newport Mills Middle School on Thurs., Dec. 3 at 6:30
Watch MCPS’s preliminary presentation to the Board of Education this summer (item 11 on the agenda).
Current Consolidation & Closure Study Timeline
Here is the current MCPS timeline for consolidations and closures study, that will be followed by a boundaries study.
A transparent timeline is essential for meaningful community participation.
As the proceeding develops, this page will be updated to include:
- Release of criteria
- Release of data
- Community engagement sessions
- Preliminary findings
- Opportunities for public comment
- Final recommendations
- Board of Education decision dates
