ENGAGE PGCPS: Thawing, Clearing, and Keeping You Safe ❄️ (02/02/26)

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Thawing, Clearing, and Keeping You Safe

For the safety and well-being of students and staff, PGCPS schools remain closed on Monday, February 2. Learn more about the conditions and careful considerations that guided this decision.

What families should know:

Our allotted snow days have been used, and winter isn’t over yet.
We understand weather disruptions add stress, and our team is working with unions on a thoughtful virtual learning plan if severe weather continues.
A plan will be shared with the Board of Education, and we’ll keep families updated in the coming weeks.
We are preparing a modified school calendar, pending state guidance on flexibility.

Stay informed: Text Y or YES to 67587 to receive emergency alerts.

School Calendar Update & Virtual Learning Planning

PGCPS has five snow make-up days in the school calendar. Because we have experienced seven snow days, we will need to adjust the calendar to make up the additional days. Please be prepared for schools to open on President’s Day, February 16, 2026. PGCPS, along with other districts, may request a waiver from the State to open on this day. More information will be published by the end of this week.

Additionally, PGCPS is preparing for the possibility of virtual learning in the event of another major storm this winter. If that occurs, students may use personal devices at home to access their instructional materials. Through ParentVUE, parents and guardians may also request a PGCPS Chromebook to use temporarily during virtual learning. For information about signing out a Chromebook for virtual learning, please visit the Virtual Learning page.

FY27 Proposed Operating Budget Available

Explore the proposed Operating Budget, including a detailed Budget Snapshot, FAQs, and what happens next in the process.

Lend Your Voice: Join a Strategic Plan Focus Group

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Be part of shaping the future of PGCPS. We are developing a new Strategic Plan and want input from all stakeholders, including students, families, and community members.

You can share your ideas and perspective by indicating your interest in participating in a focus group. Your voice matters and can help guide the path forward.

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Black History Month!

Students, staff, families, and community members — share a photo or short video telling us what Black History Month means to you. Your submission could be featured on our platforms throughout February as we honor the voices and stories that strengthen our community.

Click here to Share your Black History Month Moments