Community Matters
Community Matters is a community engagement series hosted by WCPS and Superintendent Dr. Gary Willow. These conversations are designed to bring families, staff, students, and community members together to discuss important topics.
Upcoming Community MATTERS
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING
Wednesday,
October 14, 2026,
at 6PM
at the Center for
Education Services
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
- How teachers measure progress in reading, math, and elementary science
- What student assessments and results mean
- How teachers use results to guide instruction and student support
- Ways families can support learning at home with helpful resources
JOIN US –
WE WANT TO KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND!
COMMUNITY MATTERS
SIGN-UP FORM
All community members
are welcome to attend!
Additional Conversations that Matter
Community Matters will be held throughout the year at locations across the county.
Each session will focus on a different topic.
| Topic | Date | Location | Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2026 | South Hagerstown High School |
Screen time, smartphones, digital citizenship, and community input | |
| September 8, 2026 | WCPS CES | Funding, priorities, transparency, and community input | |
|
UNDERSTANDING |
October 14, 2026 | WCPS CES | Academic achievement, career readiness, life skills, and an opportunity to hear ways you can help your child at home |
|
TBD |
TBD (2nd semester) |
Williamsport High School |
TBD |
Topics That Matter.
Community That Matters.