QOHS Weekly Newsletter
Weekly updates & information for Students, Staff & Families
April 28, 2024
Dear Quince Orchard Students, Staff, and Families,
As we come in hot into May this Wednesday (temperatures will be in the 80s!), it’s exciting to announce that we are just 31 days away from our much-anticipated graduation ceremony for the QO Class of 2024 on May 31st! This milestone is not just a celebration but a testament to the hard work and perseverance of our students and the unwavering support of our entire community.
May also brings with it a flurry of academic activities. We are in the midst of state testing with the MCAP ELA continuing this week and MISA- Biology both on Wednesday and Thursday, May 1st and 2nd. Furthermore, next week (May 6th) marks the beginning of AP exams. Please ensure to review the modified schedules to accommodate these important dates.
May also begins our celebration of Jewish American History Month and Asian Pacific Islander Month. Keep your eyes and ears open for announcements, celebrations, and ways to celebrate!
Our athletic teams are heating up the spring season, entering the last week of regular play to gear up for conference play. Let's rally behind our student-athletes as they strive to end their seasons on high notes.
We also want to take a moment to applaud our Fine and Practical Arts Department for a phenomenal art show and concert series last week. A special shout out goes to our music program for their outstanding performances and assessments—your dedication brings great pride to our school!
Lastly, let’s not forget that Teacher Appreciation Week begins on Monday, May 6. It's a wonderful opportunity to express our gratitude for our dedicated educators, whose efforts are the backbone of our students' success.
As we navigate through the final stretch of the school year, let's remain focused, motivated, and supportive of one another. Together, we can accomplish great things.
Thank you for being a wonderful community and always remember…We can’t hide our Cougar Pride!
All the best,
Elizabeth L. Thomas
Happy School Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week!!
Make sure you thank our amazing cafeteria team!
Last school year, more than 16 million meals were served to Montgomery County school students participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs, the After-School Snack, At-risk Supper, and the Summer Meals programs. During the last year, school food and nutrition services personnel have relentlessly navigated unprecedented food shortages and supply chain disruptions to serve meals while creating menus and new recipes that honor the diversity and cultures of our students and families. This school year, more than 11.7 million meals have been served as of February 29, 2024. This commitment to MCPS students is a testimony of the valuable contribution made by school food and nutrition services personnel each year.
School Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week will conclude on May 3, 2024, by celebrating School Lunch Hero Day. A school lunch “hero” from each area food services supervisor and from the Division of Food and Nutrition Services (DFNS) central office will be selected to receive special recognition from the DFNS supervisory teams and MCPS.
Arab-American Heritage Month Discussion
Join the Minority Scholars Program (MSP) and the Muslim Student Association (MSA) for a joint meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at the Media Center during lunch for a discussion in honor of Arab-American Heritage Month. Light snacks will be provided.
Charity Book & Clothing Drive
Saturday May 4th from 9 am - 12 pm
The Quince Orchard National Honors Society and National English Honor Society will be co-hosting a charity book and clothing drive at Quince Orchard High School on Saturday, May 4th from 9 AM to 12 PM. If you have any clothing or books you're no longer using, stop by to donate to local charities!
Art Show "Impact" and Spring Concerts
The Fine Arts and Career Technologies Department was on FIRE last week! If you missed the Art Show and the Concerts, make sure to put a reminder in your calendar for next year - mid to late April! The FACTS Department could not have had such an amazing week without the support of the Administration, Health and PE Department, Athletic Department, Building Services, and all the staff at QO, THANK YOU for allowing us to showcase these students and teachers and all their hard work. In case you missed it:
- Last week was full of music and we want to THANK all the musicians, Mr. Ariano, Mrs. Kleiner-Vilgos, and Mrs. Kirchhoff for their hard work creating such beautiful sounds! The concerts were all amazing and inspiring!
- Big CONGRATULATIONS to the Concert Orchestra and Mrs. Kirchhoff for earning ALL Superior ratings at their Orchestra Assessment on Thursday!
- Big CONGRATULATIONS to the Concert Band and Mr. Ariano for earning three Superior ratings at their Band Assessment on Thursday!
- We also hosted our Annual Art Show - SHOUT OUT - to all the amazing artists who displayed their work in the Art Show on Tuesday and Wednesday! The photographs, digital art, paintings, drawings, sketches, pottery, 3D art, game designs, and videos were a joy to look at. The unique talents that you all have are wonderful and we appreciate you sharing them with us.
- HUGE THANK YOU to all the teachers involved with the Art Show - Ms. Domeier, Ms. Kovak, Mr. Lundquist, Ms. Rourke, Ms. Sadowski, Mr. Simko, Mr. Rockwood, Mr. Arora, and Ms. Seid.
Senior Class Updates: Senior Questionnaire & Graduation Info.
Class of 2024 - Fill Out Questionnaire for The Prowler's Senior Issue
Graduation Informaiton
The Class of 2024 is graduating on Friday, May 31st at UMBC and it is time to get information and details about Graduation, tickets, seating, and more in the slides from our presentation (Spanish Slides) and in the video recording from Tuesday, April 9th.
- Extra Ticket Request Form - Requests are due by Friday, April 26th, each graduate receives 7 tickets automatically and the graduate does NOT need a ticket.
- Request Form for Handicapped Seating Vouchers or Deaf/Hard of Hearing Seating (for American Sign Language services) - Requests are due by Tuesday, May 21st. Vouchers are NOT tickets, they are used in addition to tickets to receive special seating.
Please see this website for all graduation information: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/qohs/homepage/graduation/
Any senior dues that have not been paid yet, have become an obligation. These must be paid through the financial specialist, Ms. Ayers (jessica_l_ayers@mcpsmd.org)
If you have any questions, contact the Senior Class Sponsors, Ms. Samantha Carter (Samantha_M_Carter@mcpsmd.org) or Ms. Lisa Barksdale (Lisa_F_Barksdale@mcpsmd.org)
Spring Testing Updates - New Weekly Testing Calendar
Spring Testing Schedule Week by Week
Please review the link below to see the Spring Testing Schedule (including labeled Exam/Assessment Days): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dHeT8Q0soirdcpDhl_YQyu3G_OMy_mCrqK1Mv24qLk4/edit
LS MISA and Government Assessments
Please review this very important information regarding LS MISA and Government Assessments. Next month, in May, students may take standardized assessments that will count for 20% of their final Semester B grades.
As a reminder, ninth grade (class of 2027) students currently enrolled in high school National, State, and Local Government (NSL) and Biology courses will take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) assessments which will be factored into their school grades. These assessments align with the content that students have been learning in their coursework throughout this year.
The student’s final Semester B grade will be a calculation of the student’s third quarter grade (40%), fourth quarter grade (40%) and the MCAP assessment grade (20%).
Click the link below to read the full letter: https://ww2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2023-2024/Community-message-20240411.html
Spring MCAP Assessments
Please see the table below with the Spring MCAP Assessment Dates, students will receive more specific information regarding which tests they need to participate in via email.
Heat to Air Conditioning Conversion
It is springtime and schools will have their heating systems converted to air conditioning starting in mid-April. The majority of our mechanical systems provide both heating and cooling to MCPS school buildings. Therefore, twice a year, that system must be shut down for the seasonal changeover. See the flyer below for more information regarding that process.
QO Theatre Cabaret!
We are so excited to announce our spring Cabaret on May 2nd! If you are interested in auditioning, please check our instagram as the audition form will be posted there soon! Auditions will be held after school on April 29th, and a dress rehearsal will take place on May 1st. For more information please contact Mrs. Vogel or Jordan Richard.
College and Career Center Updates
Upcoming Field Trip!
On Monday, April 29th, the College & Career Center will take a field trip to Maryland's Largest Career Expo. Any students interested in exploring different career pathways, trade school, or community college is welcome to attend. Over 20 employers across different industries will be there and provide information on career planning, financial aid, and more! Here is the link with more information: https://www.marylandcareerquest.com/
There is no cost to attend. Stop by the College and Career Center (room 103) to pick up your permission slip. We only have 40 slots open - THE TRIP IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE.
If you have any questions, please email Ms. Romero at Lisa_D_Romero@mcpsmd.org or Ms. Djouha at Coleen_M_Djouha2@mcpsmd.org
2024 College Visits
Spring College Visits are happening now! Students - register for the following college visits on Naviance. Visits are open to juniors and seniors. Please stop by the College and Career Center if you have any questions.
- Click the link below to view upcoming college visits: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1scndfuG1BKl-yD1VYV4B07NijAr-q2q2NZN1u7JNNMQ/edit?usp=sharing
Find QOHS College & Career Updates on Social Media
Follow our X (formerly known as Twitter) & Instagram page for information/resources about College and Career readiness from the College and Career Center at Quince Orchard High School!
- X: qohs_ccic
- Instagram: qohs_ccic
- We are also on Remind! Add our class code 38hbcae
April/May SSL Opportunities & Updates
QOHS In-School Opportunities
Arab American Heritage Month Slides Project. Please follow the CRITERIA. This activity is DIFFERENT than previous months. Earn up to 10 Hours. Due by April 30th.
Grading CriteriaAttendance for the Win Project. Earn up to 3 Hours. Due by April 30th.
Mr. Sontz always can use help in room 133 during lunch! Stop by one day to help. derek_s_sontz@mcpsmd.org
Come to Mrs. Miller’s room 340 any day at lunch to make cards for cancer patients, or write letters to veterans.
Out of School Opportunities
Special Education Parent Community Resource Fair on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Montgomery Blair High School. We are looking for student volunteers to support staff with set-up, support during the resource fair, and clean-up. The resource fair will take place from 10:00 a.m.– 1:00 p.m. Students can sign up to volunteer using this google form. Earn up to 4 hours.
SSL Opportunities with 2024 ELO Summer Programs
- The Division of Title 1 is excited to announce the return of student volunteers for the 2024 ELO Summer Programs
- The program runs from July 8 to August 2, Monday through Friday, for 4.5 hours per day.
- Student volunteers are welcome to utilize MCPS bus transportation provided to program participants within each school’s normal catchment area, and volunteers will be provided breakfast and lunch daily, free of charge.
- The window to register as a volunteer will be open from April 8 to May 17. Registration will take place on a first come, first served basis.
- Student volunteers may only register for one location and must be available for at least 15 of the 20 days of the program.
- All student volunteer opportunities will be posted on the Montgomery County Volunteer Center website, available at this link starting on April 8.
3. KEEN Prom (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)! On Friday May 17, KEEN is hosting a Prom for their teen and young adult athletes from 6-8 pm at the Potomac Community Recreation Center. At the Prom, they pair their athletes one-to-one with volunteer buddies for a fun night of social dancing, friendship, and fun.
4. TLC – The Treatment and Learning Centers offers a summer program for children with speech-language and occupational therapy needs. We have opportunities for SSL hours for students aged 16+ interested in working with children and learning more about the fields of speech-language, occupational therapy, psychology, social work or special education. Our rewarding summer programs offer hands-on experiences and resume builders for students.
https://montgomerycountymd.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=909775
5. The Gaithersburg Student Union needs volunteers at their “Be Your Best Fest” on Saturday, May 4th from 11:30-4:00. See Mrs. Miller in Room 340 for more details.
6. Student-to-Student Extracurricular Series - 10 SSL hours – MCPS is seeking students interested in developing a video presentation with either a leadership moment or extracurricular skill to inspire, teach, and share with their MCPS peers and the greater MCPS community. Students may earn 10 SSL hours for successful submission of all items identified in the Student-To-Student Extracurricular Series Form.
Highlighted MCPS Opportunities
Meals on Wheels Teen Ambassador Program (Apply by May 1)
Ingleside at King Farm Volunteer Program (ongoing)
Have Questions? Contact: kelly_p_miller@mcpsmd.org
Judges Needed for PLTW Engineering Symposium
Dear QO Families,
The Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering Design and Development Course will be holding its annual Engineering Symposium on May 1 from 6pm to 9pm in the QO Media Center. We are currently looking for judges for the event. Anyone with professional experience in Engineering, Science, Math, Technology or Business is welcome to serve as a judge. If interested please complete this form: https://forms.gle/UgyhM8jshsZqE23g9. If you know of someone who might be interested, please share the form with them. This event is open to the public for anyone that wants to come see the senior projects of student in the PLTW engineering track.
Order your 2024 yearbook while copies remain!!
Don't miss out on a chance to buy your 2024 yearbook! A limited number of yearbooks are still available for purchase at Jostens.com. Buy yours today!
QO Athletics Information
Schedule for the Week of 4/29/24
4/29/2024 6:00 PM Boys Varsity Lacrosse Poolesville Away
4/29/2024 3:30 PM Boys Varsity Tennis Northwood Away
4/29/2024 5:30 PM Boys Varsity Volleyball Einstein Away
4/29/2024 7:00 PM Coed Varsity Volleyball Einstein Away
4/29/2024 6:00 PM Girls Varsity Lacrosse Poolesville Home
4/29/2024 3:30 PM Girls Varsity Tennis Northwood Home
4/29/2024 3:45 PM Varsity Softball Winston Churchill Home
4/30/2024 3:30 PM Coed Varsity Outdoor Track Gaithersburg and Richard Montgomery Home
4/30/2024 7:00 PM Varsity Baseball Whitman Away
4/30/2024 3:30 PM Girls Varsity Tennis Blair Home
5/1/2024 3:45 PM Varsity Softball Magruder Home
5/2/2024 3:45 PM Varsity Baseball Poolesville Home
5/3/2024 7:15 PM Boys Varsity Lacrosse Gaithersburg Away
5/3/2024 5:30 PM Girls Varsity Lacrosse Gaithersburg Away
5/3/2024 3:45 PM Varsity Softball Wootton Away
5/4/2024 12:00 PM Varsity Baseball Sherwood Away
5/6/2024 5:15 PM Varsity Softball Blake Home
2023-24 Spring Season Passes are On-Sale!
Spring Season Passes for the 2023-24 school year are now on sale through GoFan. Click on the type of season pass you would like to purchase and from there you can select Adult (ages 19-62) and/or Student (ages 11-18). All season passes are good for REGULAR SEASON HOME GAMES ONLY!
This method will be the ONLY way to purchase season passes. We will not accept cash or check. All Season Tickets will be sold through GoFan.
Please see this link below!
https://gofan.co/app/school/MD24824
Athletic Website Domain Change
Our athletic website address has changed to www.qoathletics.com . Please bookmark this on your computer to see schedules, information and updates on QO Athletics all year!
MCPS Things to Know
April 25, 2024
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1. New District Webpage Provides Progress Updates on Corrective Actions
MCPS has launched a new webpage to inform the community about the vital work to correct process deficiencies identified by the Montgomery County Office of the Inspector General (OIG). The Corrective Actions Progress Report webpage features the findings and recommendations of the OIG, as well as the district's responsive actions, including the status of that work. It also provides updates on policy work by the Board of Education and the recommendations from the Community of Practice workgroup. MCPS is committed to appropriately addressing complaints of any kind, particularly those related to bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct.
You can visit the webpage here or search corrective action on the MCPS website.
2. Superintendent Search Online Survey Closes Friday, April 26
All families, students and community members are encouraged to take a few minutes to complete a brief online survey by April 26. Feedback collected in the survey, along with other public engagement, will help shape the development of a leadership profile. The Board will use the leadership profile to guide them as they consider candidates for superintendent of schools. The survey is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Korean, Vietnamese and Amharic.
Stay informed and engaged throughout the process by visiting the Superintendent Search webpage and following MCPS and the Board on social media.
3. Preparing Students for a Pathway to College, Career & Community Readiness
Watch the latest episode of To the Point to learn about a guide to help families, students and teachers work together to ensure student success. The Pathway to College, Career and Community Readiness helps identify students’ strengths and areas of improvement to ensure each student receives the support they need. The Pathway has a series of milestones and core competencies that students should meet by certain grade levels.
4. Save the Dates For These Upcoming May Events
Tune In May 1 for This Year’s Champions For Children Celebration!
Be sure to join us for the livestream of this year’s event for the announcements of the MCPS Teacher of the Year and Supporting Services Employee of the Year on Wednesday, May 1. The ceremony will also recognize other exceptional teachers, administrators and supporting services staff. Read more.
Tune in on the MCPS website at 6:30 p.m. to view this year’s celebration. You can also watch the livestream here.
Families Are Invited to Special Education Resource Fair
Don’t miss this year’s Special Education Family Resource Fair on Saturday, May 11 at Montgomery Blair High School. The free event will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., and is open to MCPS parents, staff and community members. The fair will include valuable resources from a variety of community resources and vendors and fun children’s activities, including moon bounces, music, arts and crafts, and balloon artists.
Safety Day To Offer Family Fun and Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Information
All families are invited to Safety Day on Saturday, May 11 in the Carver Educational Services Center (CESC) parking lot in Rockville. Safety Day will bring the community together to learn more about traffic safety in a fun and festive environment. Read more.
Students Invited to Free Out-of-School Time Co-Ed Football Clinic on May 14
Students in grades 1-8 are invited to a free coed football clinic on Tuesday, May 14 when they are off from school. The clinic will be hosted by the 480 Club in partnership with the MCPS Out-of-School Time program at Laytonia Turf Field in Gaithersburg between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Read more.
RSVP here for elementary school students.
RSVP here for middle school students.
Don’t Miss the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 18
The Gaithersburg Book Festival, a celebration of books, writers and literary excellence, will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg. Read more.
5. Good News
Hundreds of students, MCPS and county leaders, and community and business partners attended an Earth Day groundbreaking and volunteering event for the new REACH Hub urban farm at A. Mario Loiederman Middle School. Read more. Click here for photo gallery.
MCPS will pilot girls’ flag football during the fall 2024 season through a partnership with the Baltimore Ravens and Under Armour. The partnership will provide grant funding for the pilot program, including equipment and Under Armour uniforms for all 25 MCPS high schools. Read more.
Dr. Zadia Gadsden, principal at Takoma Park Elementary School, has been named this year’s Washington Post Principal of the Year. Dr. Gadsden was one of 16 principal finalists chosen for their exceptional work and dedication to students.The Post also honored longtime Winston Churchill social studies teacher Chris Forney as a Teacher of the Year finalist. Read more.
Dozens of young male students attended the spring Game Changer Conference on April 20 at the Universities at Shady Grove. This year's spring conference encouraged students to see themselves as competitors in life's big game, where trying hard, being smart and playing well lead to winning their dreams.
Stephanie Gomer, teacher at Poolesville High School, has been named Maryland History Day High School Teacher of the Year. Read the Maryland Humanities feature on her. She will be honored at the Maryland History Day statewide awards ceremony on May 4.
MCPS In the News:
Montgomery County students build neighborhood farm for Earth Day
Hundreds of Montgomery County Public Schools students volunteered for Earth Day
Ravens partnership puts girls’ flag football front and center in Montgomery County Public Schools
Wheaton High School Students Begin Working on Clearing Area That Was Avery Road Colored Cemetery
Email us: ASKMCPS@mcpsmd.org
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Booster, NAACP Parent Council & PTSA Info & Updates
Congratulations
The QOHS NAACP Parent Council would like to congratulate medalists in the ACT-So competition for the Montgomery County branch of the NAACP. Congratulations to Julian Pollard for winning the Bronze medal for Long Essay and to Jasmine Woodfork for winning the Gold medal for Written Poetry. Jasmine will represent the Montgomery County NAACP at the National Competition this summer.
The QOHS PTSA Needs YOU!
Consider joining the QOHS PTSA for the 2024-2025 school year! Volunteer positions are available.
Cluster Coordinators Needed!
It is that time of Year, QOHS Community! We need nominees for Cluster Coordinators for the Clarksburg, Northwest, Quince Orchard or Seneca Valley! There can be up to 3 Cluster Coordinators per cluster. We also need nominees for West Area VP. All you have to be is a member of a PTA. That’s it!
Position Details: Each coordinator does what they can in this position. It doesn’t have to a lot, or it can be. It depends on you. Is there something really important you want to champion, fix or add to your schools? Being a Cluster Coordinator means you get to meet with the Area Associate Superintendent and the Principals. You also get a guaranteed slot to testify in front of the Board Of Education.
Greg's Driving School/QOHS PTSA Fundraiser
Support QOHS PTSA when you sign your emergent driver up for drivers education classes. Greg’s Driving School has two methods to credit the QOHS PTSA. Use this link: www.gregsdrivingschool.net/QO or enter the "QO" fundraiser code when signing up for class.
"After School Special" at Laperaux
All local students, faculty, and staff are invited to Laperaux French Bistro (18056 Mateny Rd, Germantown, MD 20874) to take advantage of the "After School Special" every Tuesday through Friday from 3 pm-5 pm (available for takeout only). The "After School Special" includes Peppered Steak Frites Skewer, Three-Quarters of a pound of Famous Duck Fat Fries, Steak Sauce, and Iced Tea, all for $10.00 plus tax. Call (240)912-3100 to place your pick-up order or go to https://www.laperaux.com/.
QOHS PTSA Facebook page invitation
Connect with the Quince Orchard High School PTSA on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100033143782758
Membership, Volunteer & Donation Info.
Our PTSA, NAACPPC, and Boosters Organizations are key to our success. This year our amazing organizations are offering a joint membership option that allows for a 20% discount. Membership forms can be found below or at qohsboosters.com and at https://qohsptsa.memberhub.com/store. I urge you to support these worthy organizations which do so much to support our school and help us provide the best education possible to our students. You will find your involvement with one of our parent groups will help increase your student’s sense of belonging and pride in Quince Orchard High School, as well as bring families together!
Important Reminders
Reminder - Parking Permits MUST be Displayed
Parking permits must be displayed in the vehicle on the rear-view mirror with the number facing out. Permits are non-transferable and will be revoked if used by vehicles other than the registered student.
Permit holders are expected to follow the following regulations, which will be strictly enforced. Activities listed below are prohibited.
1. Exceeding reasonable speeds or otherwise driving recklessly.
2. Leaving school grounds without permission and not signing out/in with the attendance office.
3. Unauthorized transporting other students off school grounds during the school day.
4. Parking in spaces designated for staff, visitors, marked as reserved, or the bus lane.
5. Parking a vehicle without a current parking tag properly displayed.
6. Accessing a parked vehicle without permission from an administrator.
7. Parking in a designated handicapped parking spot without an official handicap permit.
8. Littering.
9. Parking anywhere on school grounds not designated as a student parking space.
10. Violations of the school discipline policy.
In addition, student vehicles will be issued "violation stickers" starting on Tuesday, January 16th along with additional consequences for violating the aforementioned regulations. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Mr. Yarborough or Ms. Eberhart-Bliss in the main office at (240) 740-3600.
REMINDER - Visitors Must Have ID
All visitors must present their actual state issued ID when entering our school building. Our security system will not scan new electronic ID's. Thank you for your continued support in ensuring the safety and security of our students.
Mental Health Resource Guide
Lunch Process and Norms
Quince Orchard High School's lunch policy varies according to a student’s grade level:
Students in Grades 9 and 10 must remain on QO property for lunch. They cannot leave QO property unless they are signed out by a parent/guardian/caregiver via the attendance office.
Students in Grades 11 and 12 may leave QO property for lunch. They must have a student ID card that reflects their 11th and 12th-grade level status. If an 11th or 12th grader wants to leave campus during lunch, they MUST show their current year school ID card to school staff. No exceptions.
All students must follow lunch procedures as outlined below:
1. Students have the option to purchase lunch in our cafeteria or bring food from home.
2. Students may sit in the following areas to enjoy their lunch:
- Cafeteria
- On the designated side of most hallways
- In a classroom with a staff member, if given permission and supervised
- Outside near the main entrance, tennis courts, basketball courts, or backfield area
Students may NOT eat in their cars, auditorium, gymnasiums, the Cougar Dome, or stairwells.
3. Students are reminded that when they leave campus and enter the surrounding community, they must follow the MCPS Student Code of Conduct. Open lunch is a privilege. Permission to leave campus during lunch can be revoked.
4. For 11th or 12th graders allowed to leave campus for open lunch, students must:
show their current year school ID card to check out with staff at the designated exit
Students may ONLY exit campus at the bus loop/QO library exit along Quince Orchard Rd. (NOTE: this is a change from the 22-23 school year)
not leave campus or attempt to leave campus anywhere except the designated exit
not access vehicles and/or leave campus in a vehicle without staff authorization
Students with abbreviated schedules must show staff their schedule to leave campus in a vehicle
Students who have been signed out in the attendance office must show documentation to staff to leave in a vehicle
return to the building and arrive to class on time
use the crosswalk and sidewalks only
follow staff directions when crossing the street
behave courteously and respectfully to staff, to other students, to the public, and to the business locations in our community
5. Students who attempt to use another person's ID card for open lunch privilege will result in the revocation for both students and/or other consequences as determined by the MCPS Code of Conduct.
6. Visitors are not allowed in the lunchroom or other areas throughout the school without permission. All visitors must sign in at the welcome center and wear an issued visitor badge sticker.
7. Students are not allowed to have off-campus food delivered to the school. Any food delivered will be kept by the welcome center and available for pick up at the end of the school day.
The full 2023-24 lunch policy is linked here and is available in the student handbook. Each family should thoroughly review and become familiar with the lunch procedures and policies.
Testing Accommodations for the College Board Tests (AP, SAT, PSAT) and ACT
In order to receive accommodations on these tests, a student must request the accommodations by submitting a Student Eligibility Form. The form must be completed by both parents and school officials and then mailed to the College Board at least seven weeks in advance of the student taking the first test.
Please review the criteria established by the College Board for requesting testing accommodations:
https://accommodations.collegeboard.org/request-accommodations/request
Please follow the link below to identify the process for submitting a request for ACT Test Accommodations and English Learner Supports:
https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration/accommodations.html
**Please note that students who have an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) or a 504 Plan are not guaranteed that College Board or ACT will provide accommodations. The College Board requires current neuropsychological testing (within the past three years) which documents the specific need for each requested accommodation.
All IEP students should work with Ms. Samantha Carter to complete the accommodation request(s) and students with a 504 Plan should work with Ms. Rossini or Ms. Jessica Conter.
Please contact Ms. Jessica Conter, Resource Counselor in the Counseling Office (240-740-3620) if you have any further questions about this process.
Important Links:
Stay connected throughout the school year with these important links:
Elizabeth L. Thomas
Email: Elizabeth_L_Thomas@mcpsmd.org
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/qohs/
Location: 15800 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
Phone: 240-740-3600
Twitter: @QOHSPrin_Thomas