Official Washington County Board of Education Maryland Links for Calendar, CES Office & Meetings
Use this mobile-friendly guide to find the correct Washington County Public Schools Maryland pages for the school calendar, Board of Education meetings, Center for Education Services office, BoardDocs agendas, public comment, school directory, transportation, enrollment, meal services, delays, records and parent help.
Choose your Washington County school task and open the right official page
Select the task closest to what you need. Washington County Public Schools uses separate official pages for district calendars, Board of Education meetings, BoardDocs agendas, department contacts, bus routes, registration, meals, public records and school-level information.
📅 Calendar & school-year planning
Fast answer: official WCPS pages parents usually need first
The official Washington County Public Schools website is Open wcpsmd.com. Use it for the district calendar, Board of Education meetings, school directory, BoardDocs agendas, student services, transportation, food and nutrition services, delays and closures, school handbooks, policies, public records and parent resources.
The main WCPS office is listed at 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740, with main phone 301-766-2800. The Board Meetings page says meetings are held at the Center for Education Services at that address unless otherwise noted. Families should still call the correct department or check the exact meeting notice before visiting.
📅 Need school dates?
Use the WCPS District Calendar page for live events and official school-year calendar PDF links in English and Spanish.
🏢 Need office help?
Use the Contact Us page or department page. Do not assume every office has the same walk-in hours or appointment process.
🗓️ Need board meetings?
Use the Board Meetings page and BoardDocs for schedules, agendas, minutes, Board Briefs and public business meeting materials.
🧾 Need enrollment?
Use Registration & Enrollment or Student Services. WCPS lists Student Services at 301-766-2960.
Official source check before using any Washington County BOE detail
Publish-ready as of: May 11, 2026. The official WCPS website, District Calendar page, 2025-2026 district calendar PDF, School Board page, Board Meetings page, Board Members page, Board Committees page, Board Briefs page, BoardDocs public portal, Contact Us page, Schools page, Student Services page, Registration & Enrollment page, Transportation page, Bus Routes page, Delays and Closures page, Meal Services page and Public Information Act Requests page were checked for this article.
Use this article as a practical navigation guide. Washington County school information can change because of Board action, weather makeup days, budget calendars, meeting notices, transportation updates, enrollment windows, staff changes, department schedules, school-year rollover and state requirements.
Washington County BOE contact, calendar, meeting and district facts
These fast facts help families and residents avoid the biggest problem: using the right official WCPS page for the right task instead of depending on old PDFs, copied calendars or unofficial search results.
🏫 District
Washington County Public Schools, Maryland.
🌐 Official website
📍 Main office
10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
☎️ Main phone
301-766-2800.
📅 Calendar
District Calendar page includes 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 WCPS district calendar links.
🗓️ Meetings
Board Meetings page says meetings are held at CES unless otherwise noted.
🏢 Meeting location
Center for Education Services, 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown.
📊 District numbers
WCPS homepage lists 22,722 students, 3,766 employees and 49 facilities.
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Where to get WCPS Maryland calendar PDFs, last day and holiday updates
The official Open WCPS District Calendar page is the first place to check for the current district calendar, RSS calendar options, printable list views and school-year calendar PDF links. The page lists district calendar items such as WCPS closures, the last day for students, teacher work dates and system-wide holidays.
The official calendar page also provides WCPS District Calendar PDF links. At the time checked, it listed 2025-2026 WCPS District Calendar links in English and Spanish and a 2026-2027 WCPS District Calendar link in English. Families should use the live district calendar page instead of saving one old PDF forever.
The 2025-2026 WCPS District Calendar PDF includes an important notice that the Board of Education reserves the right to extend the school year or modify the calendar if makeup days are not sufficient to meet the student and teacher requirements. It also notes that the school year may be extended through June 19, 2026, and that additional makeup days could include listed dates such as November 26, April 3 and April 6.
📄 Calendar PDFs
Use the District Calendar page for current WCPS school-year PDF downloads and language options.
🗓️ Live calendar
Use the online calendar for current district events, closures and school-year updates.
⚠️ Makeup days
WCPS calendar language warns that makeup days and extensions may change the school year.
📌 Do not rely on old copies
Weather, board decisions and school-year changes can make a saved calendar outdated.
Washington County Public Schools office address, phone number and CES visit planning
The Washington County Public Schools main office address is 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740. The main phone number listed on the official WCPS website is 301-766-2800. The Board Meetings page refers to the same address as the Center for Education Services.
Do not treat the main address as the answer to every question. Many tasks are handled by specific departments, including Student Services, Transportation, Food and Nutrition Services, Public Information, Testing and Accountability, Technology, Human Resources and individual schools. Calling the correct department first saves time and prevents unnecessary trips.
Because the official WCPS site does not present one universal walk-in office-hour rule for every department in the same way, the safest advice is simple: use the official Contact Us page or department page before visiting. For meetings, confirm the date, location and agenda. For enrollment, confirm school assignment and documents. For records or public information requests, use the correct request process.
📍 Main office
10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
☎️ Main phone
301-766-2800 for general WCPS contact routing.
🏢 CES location
Board meetings are generally listed at the Center for Education Services unless otherwise noted.
📌 Call first
Department schedules, appointment rules and school-level office practices can vary.
How to check Washington County Board meeting dates, agendas and minutes
The official Open Board Meetings Page says all meetings are held at the Center for Education Services, located at 10435 Downsville Pike in Hagerstown, unless otherwise noted. This is the first page to check for meeting timing and calendar placement.
For the business of Washington County Public Schools, the Board Members page directs users to BoardDocs for meeting dates, agendas, minutes and other Board-related information. Use Open WCPS BoardDocs when you need agenda items, policy items, meeting materials or official Board documentation.
The School Board page explains what Board members do. Their responsibilities include establishing a vision for the schools, strategic planning, developing and reviewing policies, accountability on student achievement, advocacy for students, hiring and evaluating the Superintendent, conducting appeals, approving or rejecting program proposals, managing the budget and adopting the school calendar.
Open the Board Meetings page
Start with the official WCPS meeting calendar before planning to attend.
Confirm the location
Meetings are usually at the Center for Education Services, but WCPS says to follow exceptions when noted.
Open BoardDocs
Use BoardDocs for agendas, minutes, policy items, voting items and meeting materials.
Check public comment rules
Use the official Public Comment page before speaking at a business meeting.
Meeting caution: Do not rely only on a copied calendar entry. Meeting notices, agenda packets, BoardDocs items and locations can change.
Public comment, Board Briefs, committees and community feedback
The School Board page encourages community members to share feedback with the Board of Education and links to contact the Board and sign up for public comment at business meetings. The Board Members page also reminds community members to follow Board policy when speaking during the public comment portion of business meetings.
The Open Board Briefs Page provides summaries of key highlights from public business meetings held by the Washington County Board of Education. Board Briefs are useful for quick understanding, but BoardDocs remains the better place for agendas, minutes and official meeting documents.
The Open Board Committees Page lists standing committees and citizen advisory committees. WCPS describes standing committee meetings as public meetings involving Board of Education members and staff liaisons. Advisory committees include groups such as Budget Advocacy and Review, Calendar Advisory, Citizens Advisory Council, District Technology Planning, Ethics Advisory Panel, Facilities and Enrollment, Family Life, Finance and Audit Review and Safe Schools.
Current Washington County Board of Education members and student member
The official Open Board Members Page lists current Washington County Board of Education members, roles, email addresses and term dates. At the time checked, the page listed Darrell Evans as President and Dr. April Zentmeyer as Vice-President.
The same page listed Michael Guessford, Victoria Beachley, Charles Burkett, Ashley McCusker and Linda Murray as Board members, along with Nora Murthy as Student Member. Because elections, appointments, officer selections and student member terms can change, always use the official page before naming a member in a public comment, meeting request or article.
👤 President
Darrell Evans is listed as President on the official Board Members page.
👥 Vice-President
Dr. April Zentmeyer is listed as Vice-President.
🎓 Student member
Nora Murthy is listed as Student Member for the current page version.
🔁 Check current list
Use the official members page because roles and terms can change.
Find Washington County Maryland schools, phone numbers and program pages
The WCPS website includes a school directory with elementary schools, middle schools, high schools and special programs. The official schools list is more reliable than a generic map search because it connects directly to school pages and school phone numbers.
Elementary schools listed in the official navigation include Bester, Boonsboro, Cascade, Clear Spring, Eastern, Emma K. Doub, Fountaindale, Fountain Rock, Greenbrier, Hancock, Hickory, Jonathan Hager, Lincolnshire, Maugansville, Old Forge, Pangborn, Paramount, Pleasant Valley, Potomac Heights, Rockland Woods, Ruth Ann Monroe Primary, Salem Avenue, Sharpsburg, Smithsburg and Williamsport.
Middle and high school navigation includes schools such as Boonsboro Middle, Clear Spring Middle, E. Russell Hicks Middle, Hancock Middle-Senior High, Northern Middle, Smithsburg Middle, Springfield Middle, Western Heights Middle, Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, Boonsboro High, Boyd J. Michael III Technical High, Clear Spring High, North Hagerstown High, Smithsburg High, South Hagerstown High and Williamsport High.
🍎 Elementary schools
Use the official school directory for elementary school pages and school-level contact details.
🎒 Middle schools
Use official WCPS school pages for middle school calendars, announcements and contact numbers.
🎓 High schools
Check each high school page for programs, activities, schedules and family notices.
📘 Special programs
Use WCPS special program pages for Academy for Blended Learning Education, Barbara Ingram, Boyd J. Michael III Technical High and other programs.
Registration, enrollment, school records and Student Services contact
The official Open Registration & Enrollment page tells families to contact the child’s designated school or the Department of Student Services at 301-766-2960 with questions.
The Student Services page explains that Registration & Enrollment services include student enrollment, online registration, accurate student records and support for families as they begin their WCPS journey. Staff also help connect families with needed community resources.
For enrollment, do not rely on one broad school district article. Exact requirements can depend on residence, grade, school assignment, special programs, custody documents, health records, proof of address and whether the student is new to Washington County Public Schools.
🧾 Registration
Use the official Registration & Enrollment page for enrollment direction.
☎️ Student Services
WCPS lists Student Services phone as 301-766-2960.
🏫 Designated school
Families may need to contact the child’s designated school for specific enrollment steps.
📄 Student records
Student Services supports accurate student records and family entry into WCPS.
WCPS bus routes, transportation phone number and route questions
The official Open Transportation Page lists Transportation contact at 301-766-2902. The official Bus Routes page also directs users to contact the Transportation Department at the same number with questions or concerns.
Bus routing is not just a map question. Eligibility, address, walking area, assigned school, program placement, special transportation, route changes and weather can all affect transportation. For the safest answer, use the official WCPS Transportation pages and call the department for case-specific concerns.
🚌 Transportation phone
WCPS lists Transportation at 301-766-2902.
📍 Bus routes
Use the official Bus Routes page before relying on old route screenshots.
⚠️ Route changes
Transportation details can change by address, school year, program and weather.
🏫 School help
Your child’s school may also help route transportation questions to the right office.
Delays, closures and inclement-weather decision factors
The official Open Delays and Closures page explains that the Transportation Department has an important role in determining the status of schools on inclement weather days.
WCPS lists factors considered in delay or closure decisions, including the safety of roads specific to bus transportation, safety of school facilities such as heat and cleared lots, safety of students traveling to designated bus stops and safety of students in non-transported areas where students walk or are transported by parents.
Families should use official WCPS alerts, the district website, school communications and current weather-related notices before sending students to bus stops during severe weather. Do not depend only on social media comments or old closure messages.
Weather caution: Delay and closure decisions are time-sensitive. Always check the latest official WCPS notice on the morning of a weather event.
WCPS breakfast, lunch menus, meal applications and special dietary needs
The official Open Meal Services page explains school meal programs, including the School Breakfast Program. WCPS states that all Washington County Public Schools offer school breakfast.
Food and Nutrition Services resources should be used for meal applications, lunch menus, special dietary needs and food service questions. WCPS school handbook material says families may need to complete a new application each year and that families who cannot complete electronic applications may request paper help through Food and Nutrition Services.
If a student has allergies or special dietary needs, do not wait until the first day of school. Contact the school health office and Food and Nutrition Services as early as possible, then follow the official medical form process if required.
🥣 Breakfast
WCPS states all Washington County Public Schools offer school breakfast.
🍱 Lunch menus
Use official WCPS food service and menu links instead of old screenshots.
📋 Meal applications
Applications and benefit rules can change each school year.
⚕️ Dietary needs
Contact the school health office and Food and Nutrition Services for special dietary needs.
Maryland Public Information Act requests for Washington County Public Schools
The official Open Public Information Act Requests page says the Board of Education of Washington County is committed to providing access to public records in accordance with the Maryland Public Information Act.
Public records requests are not the same as student records, transcripts, school registration, HR verification, public comment or family concerns. Use the official Public Information Act page when you are requesting public records. Use Student Services, the school office or another department for student-specific private records.
Records disclaimer: Public information requests can involve official timelines, exemptions, fees and privacy rules. This article is not legal advice. Use the official WCPS request process.
What Washington County school information is free and what may require payment
Most basic Washington County Board of Education information should be free to view. You should not pay a third-party site to see the official district calendar, board meeting dates, main office address, BoardDocs public portal, Board member page, school directory, bus route page, meal services information, public comment page or contact information that WCPS publishes for free.
Some actions may involve official fees, forms, accounts, payments or copies. Examples can include public records copying fees, meal account tools, transcript or records processing, optional student activities, event tickets, facility-related charges or special program costs. Before paying, verify the official WCPS page or school office.
✅ Usually free to check
Calendar, board meetings, BoardDocs access, school directory, contact information, public comment pages and delay notices.
💳 May involve payment
Meal accounts, public record copies, transcript processing, optional activities, tickets or program-related fees.
🚫 Avoid unofficial payment traps
Do not pay random sites for public school information available through WCPS.
Check the state before using any Washington County school calendar or BOE page
The phrase “Washington County Board of Education” can point to multiple states. This article covers Washington County Public Schools in Maryland at wcpsmd.com. Search results may also show Washington County school systems in Virginia, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia or other states.
Before using any calendar, office address, meeting date, phone number or board member list, check the website domain and state. For this page, the official district website is wcpsmd.com, the main address is 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740, and the main phone is 301-766-2800.
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Separate county school system with its own calendar and board meetings.
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Do not reuse Maryland phone numbers, addresses or calendar dates for another state.
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Map and directions for WCPS Center for Education Services in Hagerstown
The Washington County Public Schools main office and Center for Education Services address is listed as 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Use this map for general direction planning, but call the department you need before visiting because appointment rules, department access and meeting details may vary.
Meeting reminder: The Board Meetings page says meetings are at the Center for Education Services unless otherwise noted. Always check the current meeting notice and BoardDocs before traveling.
Clearly marked official Washington County Public Schools links
Use these official links first. Each blue button below is an official resource link, so users can quickly understand where to click on mobile.
Open Registration & Enrollment
Student enrollment, online registration and Student Services direction.
Open MPIA Requests
Maryland Public Information Act request process for WCPS public records.
Washington County Board of Education Maryland questions parents ask most
What is the official Washington County Board of Education Maryland website?
The official Washington County Public Schools Maryland website is wcpsmd.com. Use it for the district calendar, Board meetings, school directory, student services, transportation, meals, policies and public records resources.
Where is the Washington County Public Schools office?
The main WCPS office and Center for Education Services address is 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
What is the Washington County Public Schools phone number?
The main phone number listed on the official WCPS website is 301-766-2800.
Where can I find the WCPS Maryland school calendar?
Use the official WCPS District Calendar page. It includes live calendar items, RSS subscription options and school-year calendar PDF links.
Can the Washington County school year be extended?
Yes. The official district calendar PDF states that the Board of Education reserves the right to extend the school year or modify the calendar if makeup days are not sufficient.
Where are Washington County Board of Education meetings held?
The official Board Meetings page says all meetings are held at the Center for Education Services at 10435 Downsville Pike in Hagerstown unless otherwise noted.
Where do I find Washington County BOE agendas and minutes?
Use the WCPS BoardDocs public portal for agendas, minutes, policy items, voting items and meeting materials.
Who is the Washington County Board of Education President?
The official Board Members page listed Darrell Evans as President at the time this guide was verified. Recheck the official page because Board roles and terms can change.
How do I speak during public comment at a Board meeting?
Use the official WCPS Public Comment page and follow Board policy for public business meetings. Do not assume public comment rules without checking the current guidance.
Who do I call about WCPS enrollment?
The official Registration & Enrollment page says to contact your child’s designated school or the Department of Student Services at 301-766-2960.
Who do I call about Washington County school bus routes?
WCPS lists the Transportation Department phone as 301-766-2902. Use the official Bus Routes page for current route direction and transportation questions.
Where can I check WCPS delays and closures?
Use the official Delays and Closures page and current district notices. Weather decisions are time-sensitive and should be checked directly through WCPS.
Does WCPS offer school breakfast?
The official Meal Services page states that all Washington County Public Schools offer school breakfast.
How do I request public records from Washington County Public Schools?
Use the official Public Information Act Requests page. WCPS states that the Board of Education of Washington County provides access to public records under the Maryland Public Information Act.
Is this the same as Washington County schools in Virginia or Tennessee?
No. This guide covers Washington County Public Schools in Maryland at wcpsmd.com. Other Washington County school systems have different websites, calendars, offices, phone numbers and board meetings.
Official verification and privacy reminder
This article is an independent guide created to help families, students, staff, residents and public users find the correct official Washington County Public Schools Maryland resources. It is not the official WCPS website and does not replace official WCPS announcements, Board meeting notices, BoardDocs materials, calendar PDFs, public records procedures, department rules, school-level notices or transportation decisions.
For enrollment, transportation, attendance, school assignments, transcripts, public information requests, meals, board meetings, public comment, weather closures, office visits or official school decisions, use the relevant official WCPS page or contact the district directly. Do not submit private student data, health records, payment information, employment records or identity documents through unofficial websites.
Best way to use this Washington County Maryland BOE guide
The best starting point for Washington County Board of Education Maryland information is the official Washington County Public Schools website at wcpsmd.com. Use it for the WCPS District Calendar, Board Meetings page, BoardDocs, Board Members page, School Board page, Contact Us page, school directory, Student Services, Registration & Enrollment, Transportation, Bus Routes, Meal Services, Delays and Closures and Public Information Act Requests.
For practical results, use the correct page for the task. Use the calendar page for school dates, the Board Meetings page and BoardDocs for meeting details, Student Services for registration, Transportation for bus questions, Meal Services for breakfast and lunch, and the Public Information Act page for public records. Always verify official details before visiting, submitting forms, paying fees or planning around school dates.