Students must meet the prerequisite Congressmen Jamie Raskin and Ted Deutch brought survivors of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting to Blair to meet with Blair students.[28]. Please contact Leslie_V_Blaha@mcpsmd.org, if you have any questions. In the . %PDF-1.4
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A documentary, which the former 'Reading Rainbow' host executive produced, explores the science of reading movement. On Tuesday, April 13, we will administer the SAT free of charge. Please note that this date and location is contingent upon Montgomery County COVID-19 health and safety metrics and approval for a waiver on existing outdoor gathering restrictions at the time of graduation ceremonies in June. 0000485146 00000 n
If any questions, reach out to your School Counselor. Learn about SSL Updates and Opportunities, Questions can be emailed to Beth_S_Sanchez@mcpsmd.org. My staff and I are truly delighted to see our students again in our building. MCPS students may also earn high school credit for their college course. The Blair Varsity Baseball team stayed in the game until the end, but Clarksburg pulled away late in a 5-4 extra-inning victory . Enrollment decreased slightly due to the opening of other schools and the creation of the Downcounty Consortium. Here are five important things to know about the pooled testing process: For additional information, please watch the MCPS Pooled testing video . MBHS's Social Studies Department offers honors and AP-level U.S. History, American Government and Politics, and World History, the department also offers elective courses such as African American History, Latin American History, European History, Middle East History, Comparative Government, Comparative religion, Cultural Anthropology, Administration of Justice, International Human Rights, Peace Studies Seminar, Economics, and Psychology. [43], The Blair Magnet is open to students from the southern and eastern areas of Montgomery County, who are selected through a competitive application and testing process (a program at Poolesville High School provides a similar curriculum for students in the northern and western areas of the county). 0000483771 00000 n
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Option 2 includes: Friday, December 23, 2022 as an early release day (for students) The school year ends (for students) on Thursday, June 15, 2023. Two portables were removed at the beginning of the 20062007 school year,and all were gone by April 2010, when enrollment was 2,788. 0000482227 00000 n
Research assistance, subject guides, and useful resources. Montgomery Blair High School The school was named after Montgomery Blair, a lawyer who represented Dred Scott in his United States Supreme Court case and who served as Postmaster General under President Abraham Lin Want to learn how to stand out to Admissions Officers at your top colleges? Your child will be notified of the teacher change. Puzzlepalooza has been self-proclaimed as "America's premier high school puzzle tournament." Completing this final puzzle results in prizes for the team that solves it. 60. Upperclassmen students teach new and complex algorithms, data structures, and programming techniques, including Dijkstra's shortest-path algorithm, dynamic programming, and greedy algorithms. Congratulations to Leela Mahta-Harwitz, grade 11, and Ashley Thommana, grade 11, 2021 ExploraVision Regional Champions! It's easy. Students who need to pay with a check should make it out to "MBHS," put their name and ID in the memo line and mail the check to: Students who need to pay with cash need to deliver the fee to the Main Office at Blair in an envelope with "ATTN: Leslie Blaha, AP Exams" written on it. or. My staff and I will lead two schools, in-person and virtual, with one vision of success for all students. official, dies", "Bronrott seeks to keep House of Delegates seat in District 16", "Robin Ficker Declares Candidacy in the 2018 Race for County Executive", "A Local Life: William Addams Reitwiesner, 56; genealogist of presidents, kings and thousands of commoners", "In progressive Montgomery, painful stories of racism past and present", "Cynthia Addai-Robinson Spills on Her Latest Hit TV Show 'Shooter', "Names, Faces & Places: Blair grad on Broadway", "Rising Through the Ranks: CW writer Eric Anthony Glover on good sci-fi and great people", "Achievement Scholarship Semifinalists Announced", "Oscar nominated doc 'Act of Killing' has local roots", "Good vibes: Chuck Redd closes this year's Jazz at Olney series", "Real Romance: How Nora Roberts became America's most popular novelist", "Well Before There Was Bo Jackson, There was Tom Brown", "Dawes Has Many Moves, Only One Destination", "Back from Sydney with memories, but no gold", "Montgomery Magnet Has Strong Pull on Top Awards", "The Montgomery County Math Team's notable alumni", "Tales of Takoma: How Montgomery County integrated its schools", "Jake Rozhansky uses past experiences to help Maryland pursue a championship", "Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2021 Inductees", "Washington, D.C.: The nation's high school basketball capital", "Shy Marylander is nation's top teen crossword puzzle solver", "Yes, kids, there is life after high school", "Kiran Chetry, Google, and a reminder that photos live forever", "New Neighbors: Povich and Chung Are Moving Back to Washington", "People and Places: Blair alum published author", "Six golden voices of vintage radio remain on the air in Baltimore Broadcasting Success". The consent form only needs to be completed once (not each week). 0000007114 00000 n
[52], Montgomery Blair's computer team specializes in advanced computer science topics and programming algorithms which extend the classroom curriculum. Growing along with the communities of Silver Spring and Takoma Park, it eventually encompassed kindergarten to 12th grade. Hear about related initiatives and upcoming course scheduling changes at Blair. Spring Sports Registration Information Letter. Total Economically Disadvantaged (% of total). Media Center 240-740-7237. Attendance office 240- 740-7201. Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. This school doesn't challenge anyone. Grade 8 High School Regional and Countywide Programs Results Notification of results will be the first week of February 2023. Congratulations to our National Merit Scholarship recipients as of 4/10/2021: Congratulations to Dhurv Pai, for being named a Carson Scholar and recipient of the Carson Scholarship. Please upload your child's best photo (headshot or we can also crop it for you) so that s/he/they may be included in the yearbook. Gudelsky Institute for Technical Education, Public Safety, Health, and Emergency Management, Montgomery College course descriptions webpage, Admission and Registration Procedures page, Options for private and out-of-county public school students, Middle College at Clarksburg, Northwest and Northwood High Schools, P-TECH (Pathways in Network and Information Technology) Program. Intro to Solid & Volume (School Yourself) Geometry None. Find the core course pathways and offerings for rising 9th graders here. 0000002777 00000 n
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In addition, the music program also contains a marching band and a theatrical pit orchestra, as well as an audio library and a professional recording studio. Students can explore the offerings, learn the course request process, and review our various programs throughout this website. The school sat in the Silver Spring census-designated place until the Four Corners CDP was created after the 2010 U.S. 0000510185 00000 n
The New Nation Study Guide for Test 3. . This school is nationally recognized. Celebrating 86 years of tradition, pride & excellence! All courses will be in-person or a hybrid of in-person and virtual. Tutorme.com is a secure, online resource that will be easily accessible through MCPS student Canvas and StudentVUE accounts and will offer on-demand assistance on any subject from grade 3 through grade 12. While some states require Holocaust education in K-12 schools, teaching about antisemitism broadly is less common. 51 University Blvd E Silver Spring, MD 20901-2451. Read more about how we rank the Best High Schools. Dual Enrollment students may typically take college courses at an MC campus, online, If you have not yet paid for your student's exam registration, follow the appropriate link to the Online School Payment system. Choose from thousands of products to decorate, including the newest Montgomery Blair High School Blazers t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, jerseys, hats, long sleeve shirts, face masks, polos, shorts, sweatpants, and more. The Music Department includes instrumental music, choral music, and general music. Blair's Destiny Catalog. Students who have registered by the deadline were emailed letters communicating their room assignment. Advanced Placement testing begins on Monday, May 3, 2021. [57], MBHS has an active quiz bowl team that competes in the local It's Academic competition. have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement coursework and exams. Blair has had many notable alumni in public service, the entertainment industry, sports, media, business, and academics.[64][65][66][67]. Students should arrive at Blair by 7:30 a.m. for breakfast. .`BIw# vap@h.kPO~&1:M-D< t% yb}g/jwC 1
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U.S. News calculated a College Readiness Index based on AP/IB exam participation rates and percentages of students passing at least one AP/IB exam. The annual yearbook, Silverlogue, was created around this time. Police are at the scene of a stabbing in a parking lot at Blair High School in Silver Spring on Monday. All spectators must sign up for a game with the coach of that team and a specific player. At one point, the school had eight auxiliary portable classrooms. core course offerings. 51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring, Maryland | (301) 649-2800. [55], MBHS has an active science bowl team, consistently doing well in the Maryland Science Bowl and winning the National Science Bowl in 1999 and 2016. Science classes will have discussions, activities, and lessons about climate change during this week! 0000006640 00000 n
The yearbook is happening. The police tried to move the demonstration to a park more than a block away, but protesters pointed out that there was no reason they couldn't continue their peaceful protest on the public sidewalk outside the fence around the school. If possible, use the same email as before. Become a subscriber to watch your favorite high school games from across the country Live and On Demand on any device. Career & Technology Education (CTE), Computer Science. Calculators are permitted during testing to include: All four-function calculators (not recommended), In-school tests will be self-administered by students, The swab tests are simple, gentle, and collected in a single tube. Students Registration link will be posted on our website by May 3rd. Please note if you are planning to enroll in at least one online course, it is recommended High School Programs Information for the 2022-2023 school year. What's mightier, the pencil or the keyboard? Search 4,000+ books, audiobooks, and films from YALSA's book awards and book lists, Research assistance, subject guides, and useful resources. 0000473102 00000 n
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Remember to create or open your worksheet before you attempt to add items. Get one-on-one help building your admissions strategy from CollegeAdvisor's team of over 400+ Admissions Experts. This is Montgomery Blair High School's Interactive Course Offerings & Program Information website. . If we don't have a book you are looking for, submit a request, and we'll try to order! SILVER SPRING, Md. [37][39] The Magnet offers dozens of electives, including Quantum Physics, Complex Analysis, Thermodynamics, Discrete Mathematics, Marine Biology, 3D Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Origins of Science, and Organic Chemistry as of 2022. After the move, Blair's Wayne Avenue campus was converted into an elementary and middle school; currently Sligo Creek Elementary School and Silver Spring International Middle School each take up half the campus. The tournament first began in 2010 and had taken place each May until 2020, when the tournament was canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. MCPS has developed a contact tracing and notification process to ensure safety and privacy. Review the course offerings under each subject heading. Social Awareness. Coordinator will handle your course registration. 0000485950 00000 n
[39], The Magnet program has been criticized for being overwhelmingly white and Asian, enrolling few black and Hispanic students. Spring sports will start on April 17th. All DE students may take any college-level, credit-bearing course provided they meet Students can explore the offerings, learn the course request process, and review our various programs throughout this website. There will be two 3-week sessions for High school credit-bearing courses and for credit recovery courses. Popular. There are also many other prizes available for the teams such as the Spirit Award or the Iron Puzzler Award. Please join me in congratulating 29 students (28 Blazers) on their recent achievement in ExploraVision! Thanks to a generous donation, we have several hundred free books for Blazers! This year Climate Change week occurs April 19 - 23 with Earth day on Thursday, April 22. 0000484218 00000 n
PolarisList looked at which secondary schools across the country had the most alumni graduate, between 2015 and 2017, from Princeton, Harvard, and MITnumbers 1, 2, and 3 in the most recent U.S. News & World Report national university rankings. There are also courses offered in solo and ensemble techniques for piano and guitar playing. Celebrating 86 years of tradition, pride & excellence! For specific course scheduling and more information on Dual Enrollment, please contact Together, we provide resources and supplies to our students and families, through Kindness Corner and county and federal resources. g3c+Z_Y>>R>b.J;[eR In 1936, the Auxiliary Gymnasium was added, followed by the B building in 1940, and the D building in 1942. John L Gildner Regional Inst for Children & Adol. Review how to select your course options for next school year! In The Book of Delights, one of today's most original literary voices offers up a genre-defying volume of lyric essays written over one tumultuous year. Students can explore the offerings, learn the course request process, and review our various programs throughout this website. Enter your preferences and profile information, and we'll To use databases off-campus, you need the database passwords. Subscribe Now . Ben and Karandeep told Fox5 DC news this morning, that they will use the money to pay for college. Fine Arts/Music. All the best, Dana Simel, Yearbook Advisor. Venue School Date Time Rain Date #1 Rain Date #2 Keynote Speaker; Home: Gaithersburg High School: Thursday, June 9: 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 9 @ 6:00 p.m. Friday, 0000050629 00000 n
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There is NO FEE to complete a summer course. If you should ever have questions, concerns or comments, please reach out to Athletic Director/Specialist Rita J. Boul at Rita_J_Boule@mcpsmd.org. 1%. 51 University Boulevard East, Silver Spring, MD, USA 240-740-7200 mbhs.edu/. 0000005913 00000 n
. The Communication Arts Program (CAP) at Montgomery Blair HS is an application-only program. Now you can use single sign-on (using your MCPS Google credentials). To subscribe, please see attached Fall NFHS flyer. We are committed to doing everything we can to provide a graduation experience that truly celebrates our students' accomplishments and represents our Blazer Pride. Thank you, Kevin Murley, Entrepreneurship Academy Lead Teacher, for leading and inspiring our students! 0000082992 00000 n
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About 20% of the student body is part of one of two magnet programs: the Science, Math, and Computer Science Magnet, and the Communication Arts Program (CAP), which draw students from the Silver Spring area and across Montgomery County. Please contact your MCPS DEPAnew window if you are interested in registering for one of the following available courses. The school has baseball and softball fields to the east of the main building as well as Blazer Stadium which serves as the home of the school's football, soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse teams. [8] The E building was added in 1959 as an administrative section, followed by the 1969 opening of the 1200-seat auditorium, named for long-time teacher and librarian Elizabeth Stickley. 0000041945 00000 n
Parents and guardians, if you need help logging onto MCPS' ParentVue system, please email Ms. Lamphier at Andrea_Lamphier@mcpsmd.org. [53], MBHS has an active FIRST Robotics Competition team, Team 449, nicknamed "The Blair Robot Project", inspired from the film The Blair Witch Project. As of February 1, 2021, MCPS has begun offering Tutorme, an online homework help service. A partial list of Clinics that offer Sports Physicals within the Montgomery County area is available online, including the Care for Kids program through Montgomery County. [3] The school is a member of the National Consortium for Specialized Secondary Schools of Mathematics, Science and Technology (NCSSSMST). The main hallway of the school, 'Blair Boulevard" displays flags from many countries, representing its extremely diverse student body. within Maryland. Use this slide presentation to learn ParentVUE basics. Readmore about the MCPS privacy & accessibilityguidelines. 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