Superintendent's Update

May 23, 2025

Dear CCPS Families,

As we approach the final stretch of the school year, I want to reflect on the many accomplishments and exciting events happening across our district.

First, congratulations to our student-athletes and coaches on a fantastic spring season! With spring athletics over, we celebrate the dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship that our students have shown throughout the year.

We are also incredibly proud to recognize the 41 students who graduated from the Early College Academy at Cecil College on Sunday, May 18. These students have demonstrated exceptional commitment and perseverance, earning their associate degrees while still in high school—an outstanding achievement!

Next week marks a major milestone for our seniors as we celebrate high school graduation. These ceremonies are a time of pride and reflection, and we look forward to honoring the Class of 2025 as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school.

Meanwhile, our elementary schools are buzzing with energy as Fun & Fitness Days are underway! These events are a wonderful opportunity for students to enjoy outdoor activities, build community, and celebrate a successful school year. Please check your child’s school newsletter for specific dates and details.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Let’s finish the year strong!

Sincerely,

Jeffrey A. Lawson, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Board of Education Recognitions

2025 Carson Scholar Winners

Benjamin Burton - ENES

Gavin Rodgers - BMHS

Bridget Cohn - CES

Emma Blankenship - RSMS

Dakota Holmes-Smith - BVP

Arianna Fazzino - EHS

Gabriel Fazzino - EHS

Aliyah Williams - EMS

Madison Burton - NEHS

Ava Baginski - EHS

Amelia Troyan - EMS

Community Partner of the Month - ChristianaCare Union Hospital

Taylor Schafer - 2025 CCPS TOY - NEMS

Did You Know?

American Red Cross Link

Important Information

PowerSchool Breach Information

A reminder to families that PowerSchool has engaged Experian to provide identity protection and credit monitoring services to current and former students and educators that had information exfiltrated from PowerSchool SIS. You should have received notification from PowerSchool notifying you of the breach. You have until July 31st to take advantage of this offer.

Whether or not you receive an email, you may also visit PowerSchool’s website to learn how to activate the offering from Experian, linked here:

http://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/notice-of-united-states-data-breach/.

This website also contains additional information regarding the steps to secure your identity.

Special Education Parent Involvement Survey

Parents or guardians of children receiving special education and related services will be mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey from the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services during the week of February 14. Parents are asked to complete the survey and return it in the postage paid envelope by May 30. The Survey may also be completed online starting on Monday, February 17. Please look for details in your survey packet. To learn more, please visit https://www.mdparentsurvey.com.