Good morning, Rockville.

Kayla Jackson, a fifth-year teacher at Montgomery Knolls Elementary School, was named MCPS Rising Star Teacher of the Year and now teaches first grade after four years in kindergarten.

Her data-driven approach boosted student achievement with measurable gains last school year.

The Maryland State Board of Education (under HB 1582) is revamping the school rating system to better reflect school quality and include new indicators.

A proposal for public comment is expected later this year, with the updated system possibly ready for the 2027 to 2028 school year.

A local advocacy group filed an appeal Monday with the state board urging MCPS to reconsider moving Wootton High School from Rockville to Gaithersburg, citing flawed data and skipped procedures.

The plan, set for fall 2027, will shift students to Crown High and repurpose the current building.

Montgomery County Public Schools has been named a Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation for the third straight year, marking its commitment to providing equitable music education for all students.

Maryland has nearly 1,700 EV charging stations, yet many areas lack chargers; Montgomery County holds more ports than other areas, and state officials plan to install additional fast chargers using federal funds.

Drivers rely mostly on home charging (80%) as the state pushes its climate goals.

NASA’s Goddard in Greenbelt is building major parts for the Dragonfly mission, a large octocopter set to launch in July 2028 to study Titan’s surface and clues to life.

Scientists in clean rooms test a mass spectrometer that will analyze Titan’s chemistry + identify its organic ingredients.

A U.S. Energy Information Administration report shows over 15,000 Pepco customers in Maryland were disconnected in 2024 amid a national total of more than 13 million shutoffs for nonpayment—local policies protect residents during extreme weather and Pepco offers flexible payment options and energy assistance. This data underscores energy challenges.

Silver Spring resident Jessica Ceja received a rare stem cell therapy using her own DNA on Monday at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore — the first Montgomery County adult to try this treatment — as early trials show pain reduction for sickle cell patients.

Girls flag football is now a state championship sport after a two-year pilot in Montgomery County, which means teams from across the state can now compete.

Local players will have greater chances to showcase their skills at the championship level.

Yates McKendree & Kevin McKendree Live Performance

9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience heartfelt traditional blues played live with legendary talents Yates and Kevin McKendree.

Walter Salas-Humara Live Performance

5:30-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience a night of storytelling and music from acclaimed artist Walter Salas-Humara blending rock with Americana influence.

EveryMile for EveryMind 5K and 1K Fun Run/Walk

8:30-10:00 AM — The Square at Rockville — Entry fee not specified — Raise awareness for mental health during this community-focused fun run event.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, North Bethesda — Includes materials and Turkish tea — Craft your own Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and creative workshop.

Reggie Right Eye Duo +1

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy old school and original blues with eclectic covers from Reggie Right Eye Duo +1.

4th Annual Spring Concert: An Enchanted Spring

8 PM - 10 PM — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $30-$50 — Celebrate Spring with an enchanting musical evening featuring the French Choir of Washington and a chamber orchestra.

The Thrills Concert

8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience spine-tingling rock n’ roll with seasoned DC musicians.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, MD — Includes materials and refreshments — Craft a custom Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and creative environment.