At Tubman, we celebrate diversity and work to ensure all students, staff, and families feel safe and respected, regardless of their immigration status. Please read important information below regarding our immigration response protocol and resources to support families.
Warmly,
Dr. Griffith
Immigration Supports for Students and Families
Immigration Response Protocol
Building administrators have a strict protocol to follow if an ICE agent or any other non-local law enforcement agent comes to a school to inquire about a student(s). Families will be contacted in the event of such an inquiry or occurrence. Families with immigration status concerns should have an emergency plan in place and designate a trusted family member who can care for their children in case of an emergency. Please read theStandby Guardianshipto learn how to create an Emergency plan.
Montgomery County Public Schools offers many resources to support our diverse community. Twinbrook Elementary is hosting a community event on January 21st from 6:00-7:30 to provide resources about knowing and protecting your rights.
Montgomery County Groceries Program
The MC Groceries Program aims to help families access fresh and shelf-stable food items through a convenient online shopping experience. Families can place their orders online and have their groceries delivered or picked up through a partnership with Instacart Fresh Funds. Eligible households may receive $100 in benefits per month for each child 0-18 years old, up to $400.
Who can participate in this program?
To be predetermined as eligible for this program, households must:
Reside in Montgomery County
Have at least one child under the age of 18
Not receive benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Have incomes below 400% of the Federal Poverty Level (e.g., $124,000/year for a household of 4)
For more information about this program and to enroll, visit the website HERE.
Have you heard of 4-H?
4-H is the largest national positive youth development organization that is delivered at the Maryland state level by University of Maryland Extension. Their goal is to help children ages 5-18 reach their full potential by giving everyone the ability to explore their passions, learn new skills, give back to their community, and help them find the place where they belong.
4-H in Montgomery County currently offers opportunities in agriculture, STEM, sewing/fashion, public speaking, community service, county fair, camp, and hands-on workshops. To join 4-H, please visit https://v2.4honline.com/#/user/sign-in to create an account.
La Frontera, located at 3 Russell Ave. in Gaithersburg, is partnering with the Tubman Tigers PTA to host a restaurant night on Monday, Jan. 27th from 5-7pm. 10% from all orders, dine in or take out, will be donated to the PTA!
PTA Playdate! - February 8th 3pm-5pm at Airpark Soccerplex
8340 Beechcraft Ave., Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Bring your soccer balls, jump ropes, and other activities to play the time away at our next PTA Playdate! Snacks, and drinks available for purchase. Please note that adults must stay with their children; this is not a drop off event.
