Magruder News

Free & Reduced-Price Meals Always Available!

Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FARMs) are available to eligible students.

Eligibility is determined annually by submitting a FARMs application each school year.
We encourage all families to apply, even if you are unsure whether you qualify.
In addition to reducing meal costs, an approved FARMs application can provide access to other benefits and fee waivers.
Apply online now at www.MySchoolApps.com.

Magruder Rebuilding Essay Contest

The PTAs in the Magruder cluster are looking to highlight student writers who are interested in explaining why a new Magruder building is important to their future education.

Place entries in the PTA mailbox at school or email to magruderwritingcompetition@gmail.com.
All submissions are due by November 30th.
A winner per grade level from each school will be featured on the Fund Magruder website and grand prize winners from each grade at each school will receive their choice of school spirit wear.
All middle school and high school students that submit a letter get one SSL hour.
Read this flyer for more details!

Apply for the ACES Program Today!

The Achieving Collegiate Excellence & Success (ACES) program at Magruder High School is now accepting applications from current 10th-grade students.

ACES is a free college and career pathway program offered in partnership with MCPS, Montgomery College, and the Univ. at Shady Grove. The program provides students with tailored academic coaching, SAT/ACT test preparation, college visits, scholarship guidance, and financial aid support.
100% of the ACES Class of 2026 graduates were accepted into college, earning a combined total of $2.1 million in scholarship funding.
Space is limited, as the program only accepts 75–80 new students each year. Priority is given to future first-generation college students, single-parent or low-income households, or participation in special education, 504 plans, or multilingual learning programs.
The application window is open from August 31st through January 8th.
To learn more or submit an application, visit the ACES Application Link: ACES Application Link or have your student visit the ACES Office, in Office 7 (located in the B-Wing across from B234).

Speak Up Save a Life Video Contest

Join Montgomery County's Annual Speak Up, Save a Life Video Contest!

The video contest is open to all 6th - 12th-grade students living in, or attending school in, Montgomery County.
Top prize is $5,000; second place is $3,000; third place and fan favorite winners will receive $1,000; $5,000 will be split among all honorable mention winners.
Submit your video by November 30, 2026 at the Video Contest Registration Page . Make your voice count!
MCPS students earn 10 SSL hours just for submitting a video.

Honor Society Membership

The Magruder chapter of the National Honor Society will be accepting applications through October 27, 2026 at 2:30 PM.

No online applications will be accepted.
Please see Mr. Daigle in room A103 for more information.

Students interested in joining the Magruder National Art Honor Society (NAHS) can get an application from either Ms. Fowler or Mr. Daigle.

All applications for NAHS new member is due by October 21st.

CTE, Apprenticeship, Early College & STEM Ready Application

The MCPS application window is open Oct. 7 - Nov. 6 for grades 9-11 for Career & Technology Education (CTE) programs, Apprenticeships & Early College.

The MCPS High School Regional/Countywide Application Programs At-A-Glance provides more details about each program and Open House information.
Check out the CTE Information Handout for information specific to Magruder HS & MCPS CTE programs, including locations and open house details. Students should apply during Round 1 for the best chance of acceptance (lottery system). Contact Ms. Jen Miehle for more information.
The MCPS & Montgomery College (MC) Early College program provides the opportunity of earning an associates degree. Students complete 11th & 12th grade while completing their first two years of college as a full time MC student. Register for upcoming info sessions at MC Rockville 10/7 & MC Germantown 10/13 and contact your school counselor with questions.
The Apprenticeship Maryland Program (AMP) is a CTE Program of Study that allows students to work during the school day and summer to earn high school credit and earn industry recognized credentials. Contact Ms. Lesley Stroot with questions.

Volunteer & Job Opportunities for Students

Bilingual students are encouraged to serve as election workers.

Students earn up to $750 or receive 75 SSL hours by working on Election Day November 3.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are at least 16 years old and registered to vote. Individuals under 18 must obtain parental consent.
For more information, text the word SERVE followed by a non-MCPS student email address to 77788 (for example: SERVE email@email.com).

The Montgomery County Forensics League needs judges on Saturday December 5 & January 16.

This paid opportunity allows you to see some of the best public-speaking talent across MCPS's high schools.
Competitions are at Richard Montgomery HS and typically run from 8 AM to 4 PM.
For more information, email katie.l.sconce@mcpsmd.net.

PTSA, Boosters, & NAACP Parent Council

The Magruder Athletics Booster Club is excited for another year of supporting student-athletes, coaches, and athletic programs.

Concession stand volunteers may sign up for a shift at this link.
Join Boosters today at this link to help fund athletic equipment, facility improvements, recognition programs, & events.
Local businesses may become a corporate sponsor and support athletes while gaining visibility in the community on banner at boostersmhsathletics@gmail.com.

Thank you to everyone that was able to join the recent PTSA meeting.

Click here for the slides and resources shared during the meeting.
Please join principal Ascienzo and PTSA President Shivaun Wilkinson in welcoming the new school year. Click here to join the PTSA!

Magruder is also looking for members of our NAACP Parents' Council.

The NAACP Parents’ Council empowers African American and other minority parents to take a more proactive role in school.
Click here for more information and contact Irene Johnson, Magruder NAACP Parents Council Representative, with questions and interest.

Reminders for 2026-27 School Year

Don't forget about these other important reminders this school year.

Students are not permitted to utilize personal mobile devices from 7:45am-2:30pm. This includes during lunch and in the hallways as students transition to class and use the restroom.
MCPS has updated the Grading & Reporting policy. Students who intentionally skip a class or school without authorization WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE eligible to make up missed work once the absence is determined to be skipping by an administrator.
Students must wear their ID visibly upon entry and at all times in school. Students that are chronically tardy, absent, and/or in violation of the Code of Conduct may lose their privileges to participate in and attend athletics & extracurricular activities.
A new Free Meal Application must be submitted online at www.Myschoolapps.com. Families may add funds for lunch purchases at www.myschoolbucks.com or by check payable to ‘Magruder Cafeteria’. Breakfast is free to all students at Magruder!
All MCPS families should register for a ParentVUE account and update contact information using these links: English, Spanish, French,