Welcome to Saint Mary's County Public Schools

About Us Welcome to St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS). With approximately 16,892 students, our school system is large enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs and services, and small enough to maintain an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness, and personalized service. As a school system, we are focused on student achievement and assuring that our students meet rigorous standards; at SMCPS all children can and will learn. Our goal is to focus our efforts to create a total community committed to learning and safety for ALL children. By "Working Hard and Being Nice," we have an opportunity to provide an optimal teaching and learning environment that is second to none. We look forward to working with you as we "Chart a Course to Excellence."
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Fogel named national Sam Kirk Educator of the Year           Press Shot

(Left to Right) Board of Education Chairman Bill Mattingly, Dr. Michael J. Martirano, superintendent of schools, and Dean Fogel, husband of Anne Fogel, were part of a delegation who recently paid a surprise visit to Anne Fogel to announce her selection as the national Sam Kirk Educator of the Year by the Learning Disabilities Association of America.  For more details, click the link "Anne Fogel Wins National Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award" under Current News or Press Releases.


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