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Community Members Plan Graduation Celebration

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A group of community members plan to hold a Community Celebration for the Walkersville High School Seniors on June 3, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. around the pond at 11009 Bennie Duncan Road, Frederick, MD 21701 which is actually just east of Walkersville. Seniors will be in cap and gown with family groups of less than ten people. Groups will remain six feet from each other graduate group.  Pomp and Circumstance will be playing as the groups move around the pond and up onto the gazebo. Each senior’s name will be…

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Education Glade Valley 

FCPS Announces Graduation Plans: Virtual Ceremonies to Honor the Class of 2020

GladeValley.net Staff

“The Class of 2020 is among the groups of heroes deserving celebration for sacrifices made during the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Terry Alban. FCPS released a statement that, High school seniors have had to endure many disappointments while navigating the many twists and turns of their senior year. The Board of Education and FCPS staff recognize the seniors’ patience, cooperation, selflessness and willingness to help others during this unprecedented time.  FCPS Press Release Multiple attempts were made by FCPS staff to develop plans for graduation.…

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Education Glade Valley 

FCPS Moves Principals and Assistant Principals

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Some schools in Walkersville and around Frederick County will see a shake up of leadership over the summer. Frederick County Public Schools announced several principal and assistant principal appointments, effective July 1. According to a press release, personnel appointments remain subject to change based on the evolving needs of the school system. Mr. Stephen Raff will take the reins at Glade Elementary School. Mr. Raff is transferring from director of School Administration and Instructional Leadership. He has also worked as principal at Centerville Elementary and Tuscarora Elementary, assistant principal at…

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Community Education Glade Valley 

Walkersville High School Begins to Celebrate Graduating Class During COVID-19

GladeValley.net Staff

The COVID-19 pandemic won’t stop Walkersville High School from celebrating its graduating class. Walkersville High School Principal Tracey Kibler and her staff continue to work diligently to keep students on track. While schools were abruptly closed in March and students switched to distance learning, it meant the cancellation of many rites that students expect as seniors. No prom. No awards ceremonies. No signing ceremonies. Like classwork, Walkersville High School’s faculty and staff joined forces to make some of these a reality virtually. The athletic department created a virtual signing ceremony…

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Education Glade Valley 

Maryland Schools Closed; Distance Learning Continues

GladeValley.net Staff

Maryland State Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Karen Salmon announced this afternoon that schools will be closed for the remainder of the year. Dr. Salmon also presented a recovery plan for school systems. School systems can use the plan to help get students back on track to meet educational goals. The plan offers choices for modified schedules, small group learning, and more once Maryland is able to progress to its second phase and beyond for re-opening.

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