Top News

  • Callout from Ms. Thomas - Sent 4/14
  • MCPS Student Anti Bullying / Hate-Bias Video  - we encourage all students, staff, and families to watch this video. 
    • Thursday, April 18th - Report Cards Distributed
    • Friday, April 19th - Prom at Pinstripes at Pike & Rose from 8pm-11pm, students MUST purchase tickets in advance, no sales at the door!
    • Saturday, April 20th - Job Fair at Westfield Montgomery from 1-4pm, more information in the Career Center
    • Sunday, April 21st - Booster Club Fundraiser at Top Golf from 6-8 pm.
    • Monday, April 22nd - Asynchronous Learning Day - Students are NOT in the school building for classes
    • Tuesday, April 23rd - 2024 QO Art Show - "Impact" is open to the public from 5-7pm in the Main Gym
    • Wednesday, April 24th
      • 2024 QO Art Show - "Impact" is open to the public from 5-7pm in the Main Gym
      • Spring Concert with Concert Orchestra, Concert Choir and Concert Band at 7pm in the Auditorium
    • Thursday, April 25th
      • Testing Schedule - ELA Testing - Day 1, details below
      • Spring Concert with Advanced Choirs, Symphonic Orchestra and Wind Ensemble at 7pm in the Auditorium
      • Parent Virtual Workshop on Stress vs. Anxiety - Calmer Schools will be offering the third in our series of four virtual parent workshops on April 25th, 2024 from 7:00-8:15 PM The English and Spanish versions of our workshop, "Stress vs Anxiety: What's the Difference? What Can Help?"  Details in Mrs. Thomas' callout
    • Friday, April 26th
      • Testing Schedule - ELA Testing - Day 2, details below
      • Jazz Cabaret in the Cafeteria at 6pm
  • Welcome Ms. Djouha, our MoCoCAP Career Advising Coach, you can find more information about Ms. Djouha and the program in this flyer.  She is here to help students plan their futures!
  • CollegeTracks and the College and Career Center are great resources for students and caregivers.
  • Caregivers wishing to volunteer to support the Project Lead The Way program should apply here and contact Mr. Omari Sarjeant

Prom Tickets and Information

Prom is April 19 at Pinstripes at Pike & Rose from 8pm-11pm. The date is fast approaching! This event is exclusively for juniors & seniors. Ticket sales began April 2nd and go on until the day of the event, April 19. Tickets can be purchased in-person at the SGA office at lunchtime and will cost $65 per person. That's $5 cheaper than last year!! Cash, check, and card will be accepted in-person. Tickets may also be purchased through School Cash Online. In order to purchase/receive the tickets, students must have no obligations on their student accounts. Student ID numbers are needed for each QO/MCPS student attending prom. IF your guest is not a QOHS student or in 11th or 12th grade, there will be a form you must complete and return to the front office for approval in order for your guest to attend. Copies of this form will be available at ticket purchase.

TICKET DISTRIBUTION: Prom tickets will be available for pick up at lunch in the SGA Office via the following schedule:

  • IN-PERSON PURCHASES: Pick up 4/17 through 4/19
  • ONLINE PURCHASES: Pick up on 4/18 & 4/19

Graduation Meeting Information

The Class of 2024 is graduating on Friday, May 31st and it is time to get information and details about Graduation, tickets, seating, and more in the slides from our presentation in English / slides from our presentation en Español and in the video recording from Tuesday, April 9th.

Information from the Junior Caregiver Meeting on 4/4/24 / Información de la reunión de cuidadores junior del 4/4/24

To review the recording of the Class of 2025 caregiver meeting, which included important topics for rising seniors such as internships, post-secondary options, college search and applications, financial aid, testing requirements, as well as additional opportunities for connecting with the QOHS College & Career Center, click this YouTube link: https://youtu.be/3wQIrKk99os. To access the informational slides in English, click here.

Para revisar la grabación de la reunión de cuidadores de la Clase de 2025, que incluyó temas importantes para los estudiantes de último año, como pasantías, opciones postsecundarias, búsqueda de universidades y solicitudes, ayuda financiera, requisitos de exámenes, así como oportunidades adicionales para conectarse con el Centro Universitario y de Carreras de QOHS, haga clic en este enlace de YouTube: https://youtu.be/3wQIrKk99os.  Para acceder a las diapositivas informativas en español, pulse aquí. 

Spring MCAP Assessments

Please see the table below with the Spring MCAP Assessment Dates, students will receive more specific information regarding which tests they need to participate in after we return to school on 4/2/24.

Parking Reminders

Parking permits must be displayed in the vehicle on the rear-view mirror with the number facing out. Permits are non-transferable and will be revoked if used by vehicles other than the registered student.  Permit holders are expected to follow all the regulations posted in the weekly callout and the application.  Student vehicles will be issued "violation stickers" along with additional consequences for violating the aforementioned regulations. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Mr. Yarborough or Ms. Eberhart-Bliss in the main office at (240) 740-3600.

Athletic Event Info

Spring Sport Contests are in full swing, please read through all the information below about policies and procedures for our events.  And remember that ALL season tickets and single game tickets MUST be puchased online via GoFan.  There are no cash purchases at the gate for events.

Please be advised that there are new protocols and procedures in place at ALL Athletic events.  Please read through the MCPS Athletics Safety Plan, read the highlighted specific protocols below and watch this important video from the Student-Athlete Leadership Council.

  • Season Tickets can still be purchased, all online through GoFan.
  • All tickets must be purchased online through GoFan, tickets must be on your digital device and redeemed by Athletic Department Staff at the entrance gate.
    • No screenshots, images or already redeemed tickets will be accepted.
    • Everyone age 11+ must purchase a ticket to attend and event.
  • High School students must show Student ID along with their ticket to enter ALL events.
  • All Elementary and Middle School students MUST be accompanied and supervised by an Adult Chaperone during the entire event.
  • NO Re-Entry into the game and NO Entry after Halftime
  • NO Outside Food or Drink

Yearbooks

Buy your 2024 yearbook now to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year at www.jostens.com!

Pathway to College, Career & Community Readiness

Check out these amazing resources MCPS has provided regarding students being College, Career and Community ready upon graduation. These items were also shared at Back to School Night. Parent/Caregiver videos in English and Spanish.  Pathway Parent/Caregiver Resources  for Elementary School, Middle School,and High School.

Learn more about the Montgomery County Career Advising Program (MoCoCAP) through their website.  The vision for MoCoCAP is to provide career advising services that will enable students to vividly describe their own strengths, interests, and workplace values; identify how they are expanding their skills and knowledge; describe the various opportunities ahead of them; and describe their goals for their future as they develop life long career management skills. During the 2023-2024 school year MoCoCAP will support Grade 6 and Grade 9 students, and expand the roll out of MoCoCAP to all secondary students by the 2025-2026 school year.  We are waiting for more information from MCPS about when we will be able to start the advising process in our building.

Gaithersburg Student Union

Gaithersburg Student Union (GSU) will be back at QOHS on select days at lunch! Join the GSU Staff for more information on Tuesday & Friday in the Small Gym and Wednesday in Room 102 for information and snacks. The Student Union is a club for high school students that provides enrichment programs for students in grades 9 - 12. Activities include fitness and sports programs, arts and music, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. Follow them on Instagram @COGStudentUnion. Ask Ms. Ashman for the registration information or email Mr. Vera at StudentUnion@gaithersburgmd.gov.

PTSA & Booster Club

SSL Opportunities

All MCPS students must earn 75 SSL hours to graduate from high school. Summer break is a great time for middle and high school students to earn SSL hours! To learn more about upcoming in-person and virtual/remote SSL opportunities and the required SSL documentation, please click here, visit the MCPS SSL webpage, the Montgomery County Volunteer Center webpage, or the QO Counseling SSL webpage or contact the new SSL Coordinator, Ms. Miller - Kelly_P_Miller@mcpsmd.org.

Health Education Requirement Change

The Maryland State Board of Education recently changed its graduation requirement for health education. Students in the Class of 2025 and beyond must now earn one full credit for graduation; previously, they earned one half-credit. Again, this requirement begins with the Class of 2025. The change does not impact students in the Class of 2023 or 2024. Details can be found on the QO Health Education page.

FREE English Language Learner Classes for MCPS Parents

In collaboration with MCPS, the Literacy Council of Montgomery County (LCMC) is offering free English language learner classes for MCPS parents. The classes will be held virtually and in person, and there will be options for all levels of English speakers. They are available to any MCPS parent for whom English is not their first language. Parents can complete this interest form to receive a placement test: https://mcpsweb.wufoo.com/forms/english-classes-for-mcps-parents/ This form is available in multiple languages. Parents with questions regarding the availability of classes and sign up process should contact Kevin Ralph from LCMC at kevin@lcmcmd.org or call 240-665-0471.

FARMS - It's More than Just Free Meals

The 2023-24 ONLINE FARMS (Free and Reduced Meals) APPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!  Apply online at MySchoolApps.com (translations available) TODAY! Families are required to submit this form each year.

  • Click here for an English video tutorial.
  • Vea aquí un vídeo paso a paso en español sobre cómo completar la solicitud de FARMS.

Meal Prices:

  • Breakfast: Regular Price (All Levels): $1.30; Reduced Price (All Levels): No Cost
  • Lunch: Regular Price: $2.55 (Elementary), $2.80 (Middle and High)
  • Students in Maryland who qualify for reduced-price meals will not be charged for meals!

Adding money to your student account - Go to www.myschoolbucks.com and click on "Sign up today!" to set-up a lunch account for your student.  For more information & school menus visit: Division of Food & Nutrition Services - Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD (montgomeryschoolsmd.org)  If you need assistance completing the online FARMS application, please contact your student’s counselor.

QO Theatre Information & Updates

Follow this link for more information on all the exciting things QO Theatre has coming up and be sure to follow them on Twitter and Instagram @qohstheatre. Feel free to email Ms. Vogel with any questions jessica_hague@mcpsmd.org.

Restorative Justice

You may have heard the term “Restorative Justice” or RJ. RJ is about managing relationships, communication, collaboration, conflict resolution, and community building. At Quince Orchard, we will be engaging students, staff, and parents in our efforts to build a stronger community to support our students in achieving excellence. Please use this QOHS Restorative Justice Video and Survey link to access a video detailing QOHS Restorative Justice and complete the survey with your feedback. Thanks for your participation!  

Antiracist System Audit

We know that messages from MCPS often get lost and sometimes misconstrued. The website for the Antiracist Audit has been updated and below are some materials that can help provide some more insight and support for our community members about the audit and during the audit.