Board of Education - NAACP-MC Parents' Council Meeting - 4/22/26

This was a Board of Education meeting held by the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland on April 22, 2026, in collaboration with the NAACP-MC Parents' Council. The meeting focused primarily on educational equity, particularly addressing the challenges faced by Black and Brown students in the school system. Discussions included strategic plan initiatives such as expanding regional academic programs, improving leadership accountability, and implementing restorative justice practices to reduce disciplinary disproportionality. The board also addressed curriculum changes, including literacy and math programs, and efforts to monitor and support gifted and special education students. While no direct procurement or contracting decisions were discussed, the meeting highlighted budget considerations related to restorative justice coaches and minority scholar stipends. Action items included follow-up on unanswered questions by May and encouraging community engagement through advisory committees and ongoing dialogue to support equity and student success.