Virtual summer school woes frustrate parents in Montgomery County
By Ayesha Khan
Montgomery County parents frustrated by summer school issues
Parents in Montogomery County are expressing frustration, saying their kids aren t getting a chance to learn in summer school.
ROCKVILLE, Md. (FOX 5 D.C) - Some parents in Montgomery County say they are continuing to be frustrated with MCPS even after school is out, saying that their kids who are trying to attend virtual summer school, have yet to receive a link to log on for the class.
One of those parents is Stefanie Marques whose daughter will be a junior at Northwest High School and is currently signed up to take an online Honors Pre-Calculus course this summer.
Class of 2021 Thornton Academy Summa Cum Laude graduates
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Kylie Bedard, daughter of Amy and Joe Bedard of Saco, was co-president of the National Honor Society, and a member of Student Council and the Community Leaders Club. She participated in varsity soccer, as well as indoor and outdoor track and field. She has been appointed to the United States Naval Academy, and has committed to run track and field for the NCAA Div. I USNA. She plans to study English.
Zara Boss, daughter of Sarah Bouchard and Justin Boss of Woolwich, is an accomplished artist whose excellent work has been honored by her teachers. She is a member of an advanced ballet training program, and the creator and producer of an original contemporary ballet. Zara will attend Bard College, double majoring in theater and dance with a concentration in music.
Patrick Herrin, a senior at Essex High School, was recently selected as one of five Vermont students to receive a National Merit Scholarship.
In the U.S., 2,500 students were chosen to receive the $2,500 scholarship from a pool of about 16,000 finalists, according to a press release. The number of winners named in each state is proportional to the stateâs percentage of the nationâs graduating high school seniors.
Herrin was selected by a committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors, who reviewed applications submitted by both the finalists and their high schools. Students submitted academic records, Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test scores, a personal essay, their contributions and leadership to school and community activities and a recommendation written by a high school official.
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Father’s name: Dai Gorman
Interests: I’m interested in travel.
Community Service: I’ve been a part of many school fundraisers, gift wrapping, car washes, babysitting, and summer camps.
Education Goals: I hope to find a passion outside of school.
Career Goals: I hope to find a career path after high school through experience.
Edmonds Heights K-12
Father’s name: Mustapha Dabbagh
GPA: 3.6
Current Employment: T-Mobile Internship
Career Goals: Software Engineer
Father’s name: Randy Doak
GPA: 3.9
Educational Goals: University of Washington
Career Goals: A science related field
Edmonds-Woodway High
Father’s name: Maer Garcia
Ava DelloRusso is an intelligent, caring and hardworking individual. Many know her for her smile and kindness. Others know her for her dedication to the Reading community. She is passionate about social justice and is always willing to help others. Classmates often describe Ava as âthe best student to work with.â Overall she is an incredible friend, student and volunteer, and is worthy of recognition.
Looking back on her years at RMHS, Ava will remember the connections she made throughout high school. The lifelong friends she made are evidence of her memorable time at RMHS. She shares that her time in high school has brought her incredible memories, ones that she will cherish forever.