Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS)

Prince George's County Public Schools recently announced their e-alert enrollment has reached 70,000. We are encouraging all members of the network who have not enrolled in PGCPS' e-alert program to do so quickly. This is a great way to stay informed.

Below, find the information regarding how to enroll.


communications@pgcps.org

Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) announced today a record-high enrollment of 69,868 in its new e-Alert system. The enrollment campaign goal was 50,000 by Jan. 1. However, as a result of an aggressive marketing campaign, the school district easily surpassed the goal. The e-Alert system made its official debut in November.

Parents, students, employees and community members can get real-time information by clicking on the PGCPS Alerts button on the school system’s website (www.pgcps.org). Alerts can be sent to a cell phone or an email address.

“Our number one priority is the safety of our students,” said Superintendent of Schools William R. Hite Jr. “This system allows us to communicate emergency information faster and keep the public informed about the latest events taking place in our school district.”
For more information about this topic, visit www.pgcps.org.

PARENT ALERT!!!

February 17, 18 and 19, 2010 - Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will be on a two-hour delay primarily due to the severe snow and ice conditions of sidewalks and bus stops in the surrounding neighborhoods of schools.

All school activities, with the exception of athletics, have been cancelled through the week. Meals for students including breakfast and lunch will be available at schools. View Procedures for Delayed Openings

Bus transportation will be provided for all student riders. However, if a bus stop is inaccessible because of the snow, parents are asked to call the PGCPS Transportation department at 301-952-6570 to receive an alternate bus stop. Information on bus stop changes will also be available on PGCPS TV channel 96 (Verizon) and channel 38 (Comcast).

Members of the Prince George’s County Police Department will have increased presence at heavy traffic areas to assist students and parents to navigate around the snow and ice while walking and driving to school. More information is available in the press release.

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO DELIVER STATE OF THE SCHOOL SYSTEM ADDRESS

WHO: Prince George’s County Board of Education
Dr. William R. Hite, Jr., Superintendent of Schools, PGCPS

WHAT: Third Annual State of the School System Address

WHEN: Tuesday, October 6, 2009 • 6:30 p.m.

WHERE: Dr. Henry A. Wise, Jr. High School • Theatre
12650 Brooke Lane Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772

Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) encourages members of the community to attend the Third Annual State of the School System Address. Dr. William R. Hite, Jr., Superintendent of Schools, will deliver the address on October 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School in Upper Marlboro.

Elected officials, school system staff, students, families, and community members have been invited to the event. The address will highlight student achievement and school system initiatives, as well as discuss the challenges facing the school system.

Student speakers will share their success stories and performances by the Oxon Hill High School Choir and the Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School Band will showcase the musical talents of Prince George’s County public school students. Spanish translation and sign language interpretation will be available.

For media requests and assistance with live truck parking, contact the PGCPS Office of Communications at 301-952-6001.