FREE Recreation Center Membership Passes in 2023

Written by Susan Augusty on December 12, 2022. Posted in Finding Help & Information, infoMONTGOMERY, SummerPrograms, Youth Development

Montgomery County Recreation fitness passes for exercise enthusiasts will be free for County residents in 2023. The free pass provides access to fully-equipped fitness rooms, open gym (drop-in) activities, and game rooms at any Community Recreation Center during regularly scheduled hours.

To apply for a fitness pass, visit a center location. Proof of residency (a photo ID with an address or a photo ID and a current utility bill) must be provided to qualify for the free pass. Please note, youth ages 14-15 with a valid resident youth pass are able to use a fitness room only when accompanied by a parent/guardian with a valid fitness pass. The fitness pass does not include access to aquatic centers.

Montgomery County Residents

Ages	Pass	Fee
Ages 16 and older	Fall-A-Days \| Through the end of 2022	$20
Ages 16 and older	2023 Fitness Pass	FREE

Non-Residents

Ages	Pass	Fee
Ages 16 and older	One month	$20
Ages 16 and older	Six months	$80
Ages 16 and older	One year	$150

mNon-County residents can purchase a pass for $20 for one month, $80 for six months and $150 for one year. Visit the website for more information.

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Programs and Resources for Parents

Written by Susan Augusty on September 1, 2022. Posted in Finding Help & Information, infoMONTGOMERY, SummerPrograms, Youth Development

MCPS Parent Resources can be found for those families looking for

Family Math Support Center Specific examples and guidance for mathematics curriculum by grade and subject.
Digital Learning Information and Support for Parents
Early Childhood Programs Prekindergarten, Head Start and Kindergarten Information
Elementary Curriculum Built around developing students’ critical and creative thinking skills.
Forms for parents and Students

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Summer Programs and Resources for Students

Written by Susan Augusty on June 1, 2022. Posted in Finding Help & Information, infoMONTGOMERY, SummerPrograms, Youth Development

MCPS is planning a wide range of summer programs for elementary, middle, and high school students in summer 2022, at no cost to students. Most programs will span the month of July, with the exception of high school credit courses and the Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) program in Title I elementary schools, which run slightly longer. Generally, in-person programs will take place in the morning, through midday. Afternoon programs sponsored by county and municipal agencies and outside providers will be available in selected schools. For more information, please visit the MCPS Summer Programs webpage or contact your local school.

Montgomery County Recreation offers a wide variety of exciting summer programs throughout the County with an emphasis on safety, convenience, affordability, and most of all fun. We offer a ton of summer programs that are designed to appeal to a variety of campers. With such a broad range of programming, and experienced and innovative staff, there is something for everyone. Check out the Summer Camps Guide

Other summer programs:

Online tutoring with MCPS staff and external providers available to all students, on flexible schedules and available 24/7.

Summer RISE for rising MCPS juniors and seniors to participate in a career-based learning opportunity during the summer.

Montgomery Can Code: Free summer coding camp for middle school students.

Other “Out of School Time” program opportunities.

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Youth Sports Initiative 2021

Written by Susan Augusty on December 1, 2021. Posted in Children With Intensive Needs, Healthy Living, MoCoCommunity, SummerPrograms, Youth Development

Youth Sports Initiative 2021(YSI)

On September 15, 2020, the Montgomery County Council appropriated CARES Act funding to the Collaboration Council to help carry out the Youth Sports Initiative in partnership with the Montgomery County Recreation Department and Montgomery County’s Office of Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF).

Many thanks for the collaboration and support of representatives from the Montgomery County Recreation Department, Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame, Montgomery County Public Schools Athletics Department, and Montgomery County Public Schools Department of Student and Family Support and Engagement (Counseling and Restorative Justice Units)–and a big thanks to Councilman Gabe Albornoz, who led the charge in funding this initiative! Our partners showcase their work here: