IMPORTANT DATES hcpss calendar
- June 12: 8th grade Family Celebration 6:00-7:00 PM
- June 12: PTSA 8th grade dance 7:00-9:00 PM
- June 15: 8th grade picnic field trip
- June 16: Three hour early dismissal (locker clean out)
- June 17: Three hour early dismissal
- June 18: Last day of school and three hour early dismissal
Visit our FQMS website for more upcoming news and events.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
School Office: 410-313-1506
Student Services: 410-313-1514
Health Room: 410-313-1510
BARCS DRIVE
Thank you to everyone who donated to the BARCS Drive! Every donation, no matter the size, makes a huge difference for the animals in need. Helping Hands could not have made this project a success without your generosity and support.
Congratulations to the 6th Grade for collecting the most donations and earning 1st place! As a reward for their outstanding effort, they will receive a special visit from Fidos for Freedom (dogs) before the end of the school year. Thank you again to our entire school community for helping make a positive impact!
Medicine Pick Up in Health Room
Before the summer break begins, please ensure you retrieve any medications belonging to your child from the Health Room. All medications must be picked up by a parent or guardian no later than 1pm on Thursday, June 18th.
To arrange a collection, you may visit at your convenience or reach out to the Health Room to set a specific time.
Requirements for the 2026-2027 School Year:
If your child requires medication for the upcoming school year, a physician must complete the attached forms. Please note that the authorization must be dated July 1, 2026, or later. This policy applies to all prescriptions as well as over-the-counter medications.
Contact Information:
Health Room: 410-313-1510
We wish you a wonderful and healthy summer!
From the FQMS Gifted & Talented Department
Congratulations to the Folly Quarter GT Math & Logic Seminar students who participated in Math Olympiads this year! Math Olympiads is an international math competition that consists of five monthly contests throughout the year. This year the Math Olympiads participants were from all fifty states, three US territories and thirty foreign countries. In all, this year had 4,179 teams and approximately 70,000 participants. The Folly Quarter Team earned the High Achievement Award this year! This award is given to the top 20% of participating schools.
Special recognition goes out to 6th grader Albert W. for earning our highest score! Lucas Y., Sherry Z. Esteban M., Christian O., Nathan G., Anudeep R., Sahil S., Elaine X., Shriyans K., Josh W., Ishan J., Henry S., Vivian Y., Aniketh M., Owen P., Dhwanil S., Alaina S., Justin C., Ethan G., Raon K., Vilohit V., Neil S., Sophia G., Avery P., Anson Y., Abhi P., Ruthvik S. Grant U., Hanish G., Anish M., and Taksh M. all participated this year. Well done!
GT Math & Logic Instructional Seminars and all other Folly Quarter Middle School G/T Instructional Seminars are open to all students. Students may register for seminars at the start of each school year.
Are you moving or not attending HCPSS Schools next year?
If your child is not attending HCPSS schools next year such as FQMS, GHS, or RHHS- please connect with Ranita Knight at 410-313-1514 or ranita_knight@hcpss.org to complete your student's withdrawal form. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Knight.
Counselor Corner
Summer Growth Starts Now: Preparing for the Next Grade Level
As the school year comes to a close, summer offers a wonderful opportunity for students to rest, recharge, and prepare for the exciting challenges ahead. While downtime is important, maintaining a balance of fun, learning, and personal growth can help students transition smoothly into their next grade level.
Encourage Continued Learning
Reading for just 20 minutes a day can help students maintain important literacy skills and build vocabulary. Encourage your child to choose books, magazines, or articles that match their interests. Educational apps, puzzles, and family games can also keep minds active throughout the summer.
Explore New Interests
Summer is a great time for students to try something new. Whether it's a sports camp, art class, volunteering opportunity, music lessons, or learning a new skill, these experiences help build confidence, responsibility, and independence.
From River Hill High School
As we start getting ready for the 2026–2027 school year, here is a Save the Dates document. It has so much information included for River Hill High School rising 9th graders.
RESOURCES IN OUR COMMUNITY
After hours mental health support: If you have an immediate need for help with depression, suicidal thoughts, or other serious mental health issues, please contact:
- Call or text 988
- Grassroots Crisis Intervention at 410-531-6677
- The Maryland Crisis Hotline: Dial 211 and then choose option 1
- The Crisis Text Line: Text 741741 and a trained counselor will respond.
- The National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
After hours safety concern: We encourage you to utilize Safe Schools Maryland, an anonymous and free system to report any school or student safety concerns, including mental health concerns. Safe Schools Maryland operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Anyone can call the tip line (1-833-MD-B-SAFE / 1-833-632-7233), complete an online form, or use the Safe Schools Maryland app. HCPSS provides countless support for students and families, and recognizes there are times when additional help is needed. Various reputable county, state and national organizations can provide assistance every day and during times of crisis.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
HCPSS’ Community News and Programs website makes it easy for families to find educational and recreational resources, events and after-school programs beyond the school day by non-profit organizations.” Community organizations requesting their announcements be shared in school newsletters should visit community-programs.hcpss.org for more information. Questions should be directed to the Public Information Office at publicinfo@hcpss.org