Maryland's First Charter School | Established 2002
Monocacy Valley MontessoriPublic Charter School

Parent Hub

For Parents

Daily links for school routines, updates, and family logistics

Use this as a daily dashboard for arrival and dismissal, carline, meals, attendance, calendar details, school communications, volunteer information, and FCPS essentials.

Report AbsenceEmail attendance for absences, late arrivals, or early dismissals.CommunicationsFind SchoolMessenger, parent groups, and school update channels.Arrival & CarlineFind drop-off, pickup, and carline reminders.Volunteer InterestShare how your family would like to help.

FCPS Essentials

MVMPCS is a Frederick County public charter school. Some family resources, alerts, student services, and policies come directly from FCPS, so the cards below include both MVMPCS routines and official district links.

Everyday Routines

The links families tend to need on school days: schedules, pickup changes, meals, handbook details, and care options.

School CalendarCheck events, subscribe on your phone, and confirm upcoming schedule changes.Open calendarSchool Supply ListDownload the 2026-2027 MVMS school supply list for back-to-school planning or mid-year arrivals.Open supply listParent HandbookKeep the handbook handy for school expectations, procedures, and family guidance.Open handbookBefore & After Care OptionsMVMPCS does not operate its own before- or after-care program. Families may contact outside providers such as Clubhouse Kids and Ride On Time directly about availability, registration, transportation, costs, and program details.Care optionsSchool MealsFind current FCPS school meal menus and nutrition information.View menusSchoolCash OnlineUse SchoolCash Online for school fees such as field trips, yearbooks, craft fairs, and other school payments when they are posted.Open SchoolCash OnlinePickup Changes & Early DismissalCall or email the school office for early dismissal, pickup changes, transportation updates, or extra carline pickup cards.Email the officeContact & Emergency InfoKeep addresses, phone numbers, emails, emergency contacts, and pickup information current through the school office.Update with office

Stay Connected

Use these when you need updates, reminders, volunteer information, or help getting oriented.

New to MVMPCSA quick starting point for incoming families: expectations, daily routines, attendance, calendar setup, volunteering, and whom to contact.Open new family dashboardVolunteer Interest FormTell the school how your family would like to help so MVMPCS can connect you with volunteer opportunities that fit your interests and availability.Open interest formSchoologyUse FCPS Schoology for class updates, assignments, and teacher-posted learning information when applicable.Open Schoology helpClosings & DelaysMVMPCS follows FCPS school closings and delays. Check FCPS.org and FCPS notification channels for weather or emergency updates.Check FCPSConferences & Progress UpdatesMVMPCS follows the FCPS conference calendar. Watch the school calendar and FCPS communications for conference dates.View FCPS calendar

Student Supports & FCPS Resources

District and school support links for student services, expectations, and family resources.

Student Support ServicesFind MVMPCS counseling, support, IEP, 504, and student services information for families.Student supportsFCPS Special EducationUse FCPS resources for district-level special education information, family guidance, and service questions.FCPS special educationDress Code & Student ExpectationsMVMPCS follows FCPS policies for dress code and student expectations. Use the FCPS Student Code of Conduct for the district reference.Student Code of ConductFCPS Family ResourcesFind district-wide family and student resources, including school system information that applies across FCPS.FCPS family resources

Common Questions

Charter, volunteer, and family basics

Do families really need to log volunteer hours?

Yes. Family service is part of the MVMPCS charter school community model. Two-parent/guardian households are asked to complete 30 volunteer hours each year; single-parent/guardian households are asked to complete 10 hours. Start with the Volunteer page.

How does the lottery work if I already have a child enrolled?

MVMPCS enrollment is managed through MMCI. Sibling preference may apply through the lottery process, but families should review the current MMCI enrollment guidance and application steps at mmcimd.org/enrollment.

What is MMCI's role?

Monocacy Montessori Communities Inc. (MMCI) is the nonprofit charter holder that partners with Frederick County Public Schools for MVMPCS. MMCI supports governance, enrollment, and the long-term charter partnership.

Who handles pickup changes, contact updates, and extra carline cards?

Use the school office for early dismissals, pickup changes, transportation information updates, address or contact changes, and extra carline pickup card requests.

Does MVMPCS follow FCPS weather closings and delays?

Yes. MVMPCS follows FCPS closings and delays. Families should check FCPS.org and FCPS notification channels for weather or emergency updates.

What should I do if I am not receiving school messages?

School updates may come through School Messenger, email distribution lists, the school calendar, and the parent Facebook group. If you are not receiving expected messages, contact the school office so staff can help check your contact information and distribution list status.