St. Charles High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Register your child and their grandparents to come and enjoy a continental breakfast and bingo.

Superintendent of Schools Maria V. Navarro, Ed.D., is hosting a State of Schools event for parents, staff, and community members via Zoom. To join, you must have an active Zoom account.During the event, Navarro will provide a short overview on the state of the school system and the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) 2025-2029 strategic plan. The plan includes four focus areas: student achievement and college and career readiness; safe and inclusive learning environments; staff recruitment and retention; and family and community engagement. Click here for the event link. Attendees can ask questions and share feedback live in the Zoom chat.The event will also livestream on the CCPS website at www.ccboe.com. Viewers following the event on the CCPS website do not need to join the Zoom unless they want to ask questions or provide feedback.

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Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

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Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

📅 October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center 📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. Register

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

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📅 October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center 📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. Register

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Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

Meetings are open to all CCPS middle and high school students and their families regardless of the child’s home school.During the information night, CCPS staff will go over the application timeline and the requirements for the different programs.

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No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

📅 October 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center  📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. Register

Current eighth-grade students and their parents can visit to learn more about the application-based CTE programs housed at the school, as well asProject Lead the Way: Engineering andProject Lead the Way: Biomedical Science. Potential students will have the opportunity to visit CTE classrooms of their choice to talk to the instructors. During the event, attendees can learn more about the application process and explore the pathways at North Point.

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Potential students can visit the center to learn more about the programs at the center such as the Maryland Fire and Rescue: EMT, Firefighter, Academy of Health Professions: Pharmacy Tech, Physical Rehabilitation, Automotive Tech, Barbering, CASE: Natural Resources and HVAC.

Speech Services Overview & Other Related Services 📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  Related Services Team 📝 Description: Learn about speech-language services and other related services that may support a student’s access, participation, and progress in school.RegisterJoin the meeting

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The application-based programs housed at McDonough include dance, interactive media and theatre. Information aboutProject Lead the Way: Engineering andProject Lead the Way: Biomedical Science will be available as well.

📅 October 6, 13, 20, 27 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center 🎤 Speaker(s):   📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. Register

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources. RegisterJoin the meeting

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥Organizer: Family Support Center 🎤 Speaker(s):  Amber Drake, Secondary Transition Coordinator, CCPS 📝 Description: This session provides an overview of transition services available through special education, including how and when they begin, what is included in the IEP, and how they support your child's future goals. Learn about timelines, including 4- and 6-year pathways; IEP transition assessments, goals, and services; graduation options; connections to adult agencies; and ways families can actively support planning for life after high school.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Presented by the ELD Program, International Registration Office, Title I and Community Schools Program. Free dinner & fun activities for kids!Please complete the following form to let us know you when you will be joining us.Click here to reserve your spot.Learn more about the group

📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  TBD 📝 Description: Explore practical strategies for preparing for IEP meetings, participating as an informed team member, and supporting the development of meaningful services and goals.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Rooted in Possibility Family Resource Expo Preparing for Life After High School📍 Location: Henry E. Lackey High School👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention📝Registration: November 2-22, 2026

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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📍 Location:  WEBINAR👥 Organizer: The Family Support Center🎤 Speaker: Don Brown, ChFC, ChSNC & Luke Buczynski, Special Needs Funding Coaches, Worthington Financial Partners📝 Description:  Explore financial planning considerations for individuals with disabilities, including special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and long-term planning strategies that protect benefits and promote stability.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Summer Break Resources, ESY & Local Activities 📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  Dr. Alston, Special Education Coordinator & Charles County Parks & Recreation 📝 Description: Explore Extended School Year services, summer programs, community activities, and other resources available to support students and families during summer break. RegisterJoin the meeting

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Presented by the ELD Program, International Registration Office, Title I and Community Schools Program. Free dinner & fun activities for kids!Please complete the following form to let us know you when you will be joining us.Click here to reserve your spot.Learn more about the group

📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Behavior Support & Executive Functioning 📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  Behavioral Specialist Team 📝 Description: Learn how behavior and executive functioning skills—including organization, attention, planning, and emotional regulation—can affect student success and how families and schools can provide support. RegisterJoin the meeting

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Cultivating Success Family Learning ConferenceGrowing Knowledge. Building Independence. Supporting Success.⏰ Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 📍 Location: North Point High School 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention📝Registration: January 25-February 19, 2027

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📅 March  2, 9, 16, 22, 2027Intro to Basic Sign Language Vocabulary 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center 📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. RegisterJoin the meeting

📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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📅 March  2,9,16, 22, 2027Intro to Basic Sign Language Vocabulary 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center  📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. RegisterJoin the meeting

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📅 March  2, 9, 16, 22, 2027Intro to Basic Sign Language Vocabulary 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center 📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. RegisterJoin the meeting

Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management 📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  MSDE Family Support and Dispute Resolution 📝 Description: Learn about options for addressing concerns, communicating effectively with the IEP team, and resolving disagreements related to special education services. RegisterJoin the meeting

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📅 March  2, 9, 16, 22, 2027Intro to Basic Sign Language Vocabulary 📍 Location: The Family Support Center -  IN PERSON ONLY (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Family Support Center  📝 Description: Learn the basics of American Sign Language to better communicate with students who use visual language supports. RegisterJoin the meeting

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

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📍 Location: Virtual 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention 🎤 Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team 📝 Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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Presented by the ELD Program, International Registration Office, Title I and Community Schools Program. Free dinner & fun activities for kids!Please complete the following form to let us know you when you will be joining us.Click here to reserve your spot.Learn more about the group

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Connecting Families to Resources, Services, and Support⏰ Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm 📍 Location: North Point High School 👥 Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention📝Registration: March 8-April 9, 2027

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📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  Amber Drake, Special Education Coordinator 📝 Description: Learn how transition planning helps students prepare for employment, education, training, and independent living after high school. RegisterJoin the meeting

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Organizer: CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Speaker(s): CCPS Department of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Central Office Team Description: These informal, drop-in sessions provide families an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns related to the IEP process (e.g. referral, IEP development, eligibility, preparing for an IEP meeting etc.). Staff will be available to listen, answer questions, and connect you with helpful resources.RegisterJoin the meeting

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SECAC Elections⏰ Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 📍 Location: The Family Support Center (F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646) 👥 Organizer: Special Education Citizen’s Advisory Committee 🎤 Speaker(s):  Patrice Kelly, SECAC Chair 📝 Description: Learn about opportunities to become involved in SECAC leadership and participate in the election of officers for the upcoming school year.RegisterJoin the meeting

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