The Weekly Update #27-2

Dear Students and Families,

What a fantastic second week we've had at Hoover! The energy and enthusiasm of our students have been incredible, and its has been a joy to see them settling into their new routines and connecting with friends and teachers. We have had a busy week of MAP testing and Picture Day and Outdoor Ed. Parent Meeting. Even the 95 degree weather won't dampen the energy around the building!

We are so grateful for your partnership in making the start of the school year a smooth and successful one. Thank you for ensuring your students are prepared and on time, and for your patience as we navigate the initial logistics of a new year.

We look forward to working with you as we build a strong and inclusive community together! Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend and remember, there's no school on Monday, September 7th.

Go Chargers!
Dr. Kim

Our students enjoyed the opportunity to explore the Media Center and learn about the wonderful resources available to them.

7th grade Science classes were off to the races after spending the last week in teams building their Pasta Mobiles!

Students in 8th Grade American studies worked together to be the quickest puzzle makers- Communication, perseverance, compromise, and getting to know one another were all important skills to be successful.

Role- Resource Counselor

Education - MS-School Counseling

Years of Service - 26 years with MCPS, 29 years in Education

Free Time/Hobby - Travel, Hiking, Binging Netflix, Spending time with my family.

Favorite Coffee/Snack/Dessert - Carmel Macchiato, anything chocolate, ice cream

Bucket List Item - travel everywhere especially all over Spain

Role- Counselor-6th Grade

Education-MEd-School Counseling and MPS-Clinical and Psychological Science

Years of Service- 14 years with MCPS

Free Time/Hobby-Racquet Sports, Dancing, Road Trips

Favorite Coffee/Snack/Dessert- Cannolis

Bucket List Item- Being with my family in Italy for an extended period of time.

Role- Counselor- 7th Grade

Education- MA in School Counseling

Years of Service - 15 years in MCPS

Free Time/Hobby - Spending time with my family and traveling

Favorite Coffee/Snack/Dessert - Anything dark chocolate and a hazelnut latte

Bucket List Item - Cross Country road trip with my family

Role- Counselor- 8th Grade

Education- MS in Education and MS in School Counseling

Years of Service - 5years in MCPS. 26 years total!

Free Time/Hobby - Mah Jong, travel and walking my dog, Mango

Favorite Coffee/Snack/Dessert - Masala Chi, Chocolate Cake and Pickled Veggies

Bucket List Item - Spend a year living in a different country

Role- Counseling Secretary/Registrar

Education- BS-Early Childhood Education

Years of Service - 11 years with MCPS

Free Time/Hobby - Reading, Crochet, Puzzles

Favorite Coffee/Snack/Dessert -Diet Coke and Pretzels

Bucket List Item - Vacation in Hawaii!

September 7- NO SCHOOL

September 8- Hoover Town Halls

September 18- Early Release Day- All students are dismissed at 12:30pm

September 21- NO SCHOOL

This October, all Grade 8 students will have the opportunity to take the PSAT 8/9 for Grade 8 during the school day at no cost to families. MCPS has covered the cost of the assessment, and there is no registration required. Testing is on October 14, 2026.

The PSAT 8/9 provides students and families with information about students' academic skills, areas of strength, and opportunities for continued growth. Results can help students better understand their progress toward college and career readiness and identify skills to continue developing as they transition to high school. In addition, it will also be an additional criterion for the criteria-based Center programs in which Grade 8 students may apply, with the exception of the arts program.

Each school will share additional information about the specific testing date and school specific schedule as October approaches.

Additional information related to the PSAT can be found on the College Board website linked here and by reviewing this overview document.

Hoover Spirit Wear will now be available for purchase at all Hoover events! Every purchase helps support our After School Programs, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to fund enriching opportunities for our students.

Wear your Hoover gear, show your school spirit, and help us keep our programs strong—together we can make a difference!

MCPS High School Information for Central Region 4

September 14, 2026: Zoom HS Center Programs Previews

October 5th, 2026: Application for Central HS Programs through Parent Vue

October 7th-22: Open House Information Sessions at Central Region High Schools

November 6th, 2026: Application Deadline

Late January, 2027: Notification of Results

Program Descriptions: Regions | Montgomery County Public Schools | Rockville, MD

Have additional questions? Contact Department of Consortia and Application Program Services by emailing DCCAPS@mcpsmd.org

New to Hoover Lunches : Thursday, September 3 & 10, 2026 During all Lunches

• For all new to the Community Students

• Team building activities

• Students will receive a pass to attend

Counselor Introduction Lessons : Week of September 14, 2026 through Social Studies Classes

• An opportunity for students to get to know their counselors!

• 8th graders will receive information about MCPS High School Programs

Mindful Message

• Step Away from the Screen

• Give your brain a break from scrolling, gaming, or texting

• Notice what it feels like to look at the real world outside of a phone or computer

• Connect with family and friends in face to face conversation or fun activities

Be sure to check the Hoover Athletics icon on our website for the latest schedules, news, and information about fall and spring sports. Registration deadlines are quickly approaching!

https://www.hoovermspta.org

The September 2026 edition of the MCPS Student Post is HERE. Check it out for updates on many upcoming SSL opportunities (virtual and in-person), fall athletics updates, a new countywide MoCo Student newspaper, and more!