PTA Advocacy Update - October 15, 2026 

NCC ES families and community members, 

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is currently reviewing elementary and middle schools for possible closures or consolidations in response to changing enrollment, building capacity, educational programs, and operating costs. North Chevy Chase Elementary School (NCC) is part of this review.

This is an opportunity for our community to make sure MCPS understands the value of keeping NCC open. While every school is being reviewed, not every school will necessarily be recommended for closure. The Superintendent is expected to make recommendations in early February 2027, with the Board of Education making the final decisions in spring 2027.

Speak Up for NCC at a "Round One" community meeting 

• Monday, October 19, 12–1 p.m. — Virtual

• Friday, October 23, 12–1 p.m. — Virtual

• Thursday, October 29, 6:30–8:30 p.m. — In person, Eastern Middle School, 300 University Blvd. E., Silver Spring, MD 20901

• Friday, October 30, 12–1 p.m. — Virtual

• Monday, November 2, 12–1 p.m. — Virtual

Virtual meeting links will be posted on the MCPS School Closure Study — Get Involved page. Please check the site for the latest details and updates.

Other ways to help:

• Speak up for NCC: Share specific examples of how NCC benefits students, families, and the wider community.

• Use the talking points provided below: These can help you prepare for community meetings and make a clear, informed case for keeping NCC open.

• Share information with the PTA: Send us relevant data, personal experiences, or suggestions that can strengthen our case. Reach us at: president@nccpta.org.

• Spread the word: Encourage other parents, guardians, and community members to participate.

Thank you for supporting NCC!

Talking Points - Keep North Chevy Chase Elementary School Open

These talking points are intended to help NCC families and community members make the case for keeping NCC open during MCPS’s school closure and consolidation study. They are organized by topic and evaluation criteria.

How to use this document

Focus on the points most relevant to your experience. Whenever possible, support them with verified data, specific examples, and personal stories that illustrate NCC’s value to students, families, and the broader community.

1. Facilities and Transportation

Facilities

• Preserve MCPS’s investment: NCC’s facility assessment describes the building as generally in fair-to-good condition, with functional mechanical systems. MCPS invested in a major renovation in 1995 and an addition in 2014.

• Preserve a valuable community campus: NCC’s 24.5-acre campus includes playgrounds, a sports field, and courts that benefit students and the wider community.

• Highlight PTA investment in the school: The PTA’s annual Spring Beautification Day brings teachers, students, and community members together to maintain and improve NCC’s outdoor spaces.

Transportation

• NCC’s strategic location: Located near the MCPS bus depot, NCC serves as a pickup hub for students at other MCPS schools.

• Avoid additional transportation burdens: Relocating NCC students could increase travel burdens for families and add busing costs and logistical demands for MCPS.

2. Enrollment and Programs

• Room for additional programs: NCC is open to hosting additional programs in available space, helping MCPS make better use of the existing facility while keeping the school in the community.

• Consider local development and transit improvements: Major development in the Chevy Chase Lake area and the anticipated spring 2027 opening of the Purple Line could affect future NCC enrollment. 

3. Staffing & Budget

• Preserve NCC’s valued staff community: NCC’s teachers and staff are beloved by families and work as a team to support students. Keeping the school open would protect this collaborative environment and the trusted relationships that contribute to students’ success.

4. Additional Talking Points and Supporting Data

Educational Programs

• Build on an academically successful school: NCC earned a four-star rating on Maryland’s School Report Card, with improvement across multiple performance measures. Keeping the school open would allow students and staff to build on that progress and continue improving, rather than disrupt a successful school community.

Racial Composition of the Student Body

• Preserve the strength of NCC’s diverse student body: NCC brings together students from a range of racial and ethnic backgrounds and neighborhoods. This diversity enriches students’ educational experiences and strengthens the school community.

• According to the MCPS B-CC Cluster report, in 2023–24, NCC enrolled 243 students: 46.1% White, 21.8% Black, 15.2% Hispanic, 9.5% Asian, and 7.0% identifying with two or more races.

Student Relocation

• Protect student stability and relationships: Rosemary Hills students split between NCC and Chevy Chase Elementary for Grades 3–5 before reuniting at Silver Creek Middle School. Changes could disrupt established friendships and school transitions. MCPS should prioritize continuity for students when considering reassignment.

Impact on the Community

• Keep a valued community school in the neighborhood: NCC connects students, families, and staff and supports community-building through school events, family engagement, and PTA programs.

• The NCC PTA funds educational subscriptions and classroom supplies, organizes school events and beautification activities, and partners with local businesses for Community Nights Out.