Beginning in the 2027–2028 school year, Montgomery County Public Schools will organize high schools into six geographic regions. Each region will offer a range of specialized Center Programs designed to expand opportunities for students and bring high-quality programs closer to home.
Located in the Central Region, our Center Programs at Richard Montgomery High School allow students to pursue their interests, develop their talents, and prepare for college, careers, and future opportunities through focused academic and arts experiences.
Central Region (4): Richard Montgomery, Rockville, Churchill, Wootton
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For more information about center programs, please visit MCPS High School Center Programs.
Explore Our Regional Center Programs
International Baccalaureate
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme provides a rigorous, internationally minded education that encourages inquiry, interdisciplinary learning, and intellectual curiosity. Students develop the knowledge and skills needed for success in higher education and beyond while engaging with their communities as thoughtful and compassionate global citizens.
Note: To be eligible to apply for this program, students must be enrolled in at least level I of Spanish, French, or Chinese in the eighth grade or be bilingual in one of those languages.
Application: Criteria-based
For more information about IB at Richard Montgomery High School, please visit The IB Programs at Richard Montgomery.
Dance
The Regional Dance Program provides students with rigorous training in technique and choreography while offering opportunities to explore a variety of dance styles. Students develop as performers and creators through authentic experiences, performances, and career-focused learning.
Application: Criteria-based
Music
The Regional Music Program gives students opportunities to strengthen their performance, composition, and music technology skills. Through ensemble experiences and creative projects, students develop their artistry while building skills and experiences that can support future study and careers in music.
Application: Criteria-based
For more information specific to Richard Montgomery High School's current Instrumental Music Program, please visit the Instrumental Music Site.
For more information specific to Richard Montgomery High School's current Choral Program, please visit the Choral Site.
Theater
The Regional Theatre Program provides students with hands-on experiences in acting, directing, design, and production. Through rigorous coursework and authentic performance experiences, students develop their creative and technical skills while preparing for college, conservatory, careers, and other opportunities in the arts.
Application: Interest-based
For more information specific to Richard Montgomery High School's current Theatre Program, please visit the Black Maskers Drama Program Site.
Richard Montgomery High School Center Programs Fall Showcase
Fall Showcase Presentation and Video
Couldn’t make it to our Fall Showcase on October 12? Watch the presentation recording or view the slides below to learn more about our programs and the application process!
Presentation:
Video:
Resources: Grade 8 High School Center Programs
Please click the following links to access additional documents and websites that serve to support your eighth grade student in filling out the High School Center Programs Application.
High School Center Programs Eligibility listed by High School Cluster
High School Center Programs Frequently Asked Questions
MCPS Criteria-Based Academic Benchmarks
Criteria-Based Program Application Essay Questions
High School Possibility (HSP) Process Timeline
Directions for private and home schooled students
Instructions on how to change the language in ParentVUE
For more information about the application process, please visit MCPS High School Special Programs or call the Consortia Office at 240-740-7800.