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The Virtual Academy application is open until Jan. 30
For students currently in Grades 8 -11
Shine the way to musical fun!
Tues., Dec. 16 & Weds., Dec. 17 @ 6:30 p.m.
Purchase tickets now for just $5
Come help us build a snowman!
Lackey High School presents Frozen Jr.
December 11, 12, 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Matinee at 1:30 p.m. December 13
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Supporting Students, Staff, Family, and Community
The 2025-2029 Charles County Public Schools strategic plan will guide the work of CCPS through the next four years.
Learn more about the plan and the goals addressed
Dual Language Program Lottery
Application for the program at Middleton opens Jan. 5 - Feb.8, 2026
CCPS is hiring
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Latest Video Feature
Board Work Session - Nov. 24, 2025
Watch the Charles County Board of Education's November 24, 2025 work session.
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2025 Maryland SHAPE Teacher of the Year
Find out what makes Jillian Genua an award-winning teacher, her unlikely path to being a physical education teacher and the skills she tries to teach her students.
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Westlake's Circus of Screams
Want to reward students for doing the right thing in school? How about scaring them senseless.
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Legislative Breakfast
Watch the November 4, 2025 meeting between the Charles County Board of Education, Charles County Commissioners and state delegates representing Charles County.
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Dedication of Margaret J. Thornton Elementary School
Celebrate the dedication of Charles County Public Schools 23rd elementary school, Margaret J. Thornton Elementary School.
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At a glance
27,904 Students
23 elementary, 9 middle, 7 high schools and 7 educational centers
33 Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways
3,755 Employees, second largest employer in Charles County
Total Operating Budget is $529.5 million. Cost per pupil is $18,450