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Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. Thank you to all the teachers, staff, administration, parents, family, neighbors, and “persons” of our kids, who work hard inside and outside of Briggs Chaney.

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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.

Happy Hanukkah BCMS families! May your candles burn bright this season.

📢 BCMS FUNDRAISER THIS TUESDAY AT LEDO PIZZA!!

13444 New Hampshire Ave. Dine in or carry out. Mention BCMS when you order.

Welcome to National Principal’s Month Assistant Principal ALFORD! ✏️📚📓

Mr. Kenneth Alford, Jr. has been an educator for nearly 20 years. More than half of those years have been in MCPS. He was raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland and graduated from Bladensburg High School. Mr. Alford went on to Morgan State University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics. He later attended Hood College to obtain his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership. Prior to becoming an administrator, Mr. Alford was the Math Resource Teacher at Albert Einstein High School in MCPS for 7 years. He is married with 3 children and is as passionate about the preparation, growth and success of the Briggs Chaney Middle School students as he is his own children. Mr. Alford believes that through mutual respect, a nurturing environment that cultivates relationships, and striving for continued academic and social growth, all young people can reach their full potential with support.

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Welcome to National Principal’s Month Assistant Principal ADELEKAN!

Mr. Ahmed Adelekan is an educator who has been an administrator in Montgomery County Public Schools for the past 8 years. He grew up in the Washington Metropolitan area. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of the District of Columbia in Mass Communication. Mr. Adelekan completed his Master’s Degree from Bowie State University in Special Education. Prior to administration, he taught Social Studies as a Special Educator for 10 years on the high school level. He is married with two sons who are currently in elementary school. He has a passion for education and wants the same high-quality education for all students that he wants for his own children.

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Happy National Principal’s Month MS. ROBINSON!

Ms. Shawaan Robinson is the Principal of Briggs Chaney Middle School in Silver Spring, MD. As the proud principal of Briggs Chaney-- home of the Bears, her vision simply states- Believe in Equity, Access, and Relationships for all Students! She is passionate about creating the learning conditions for students to thrive.

Ms. Robinson has been an educator for 28 years and has worn many hats during her educational career. She has served as an elementary school teacher, elementary and middle school counselor, pupil personnel worker, assistant principal and principal intern working in diverse school communities. She is a doctoral student at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. She is an adjunct professor at McDaniel College in Western Maryland where she teaches Leadership for Equity and Excellence.

Ms. Robinson is a native of Washington, D.C. where she currently resides with her mom, two sons and a loving Kerry Blue Terrier.

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📢 TONIGHT!! Our first BCMS PTSA meeting of the school year is scheduled for tonight at 7:00pm. This meeting will be in person in the cafeteria. Get involved and show your support!

WELCOME TO OUR HISPANIC HERITAGE HIGHLIGHT SR. PADILLA!

I was born in San Miguel, El Salvador. My father came to the United States on a sponsored visa due to his job, and eventually we followed him in 1983. We flew in through Miami airport and then to Silver Spring, Md where my Father and several other family members had established themselves.I still fondly remember the downtown Silver Spring of my youth.

The very first thing I wanted to be when I grew up was a Football Player. I went to Woodlin Elementary School, then on to Sligo Middle School and eventually on to Albert Einstein High School. I then went to the University of Maryland - College Park where I earned my degree in Spanish Language and Literature. I started with Montgomery County Public Schools as a long term sub before being hired as a media assistant in an Elementary School.

I was accepted into the ACET program through Montgomery College where I earned my teaching certificate for Spanish. I have taught Spanish at Roberto Clemente MS, Gaithersburg MS and am now at Briggs Chaney MS. In 2018 I earned my Master's degree in Education Leadership.I currently serve as the 8th grade Team Leader and Spanish teacher here at BCMS and someday hope to be an administrator.  

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WELCOME TO OUR HISPANIC HERITAGE HIGHLIGHT SRA. HERNANDEZ ARREAZA!

I am a Venezuelan who is proud to be Latina and in love with our culture, which is why I am grateful and happy to be a Spanish teacher at Briggs Chaney Middle School.

I have a bachelor's degree in education and another in communication. I was a university professor; in 2013, my husband, my daughter, and I moved to Rockville because of my husband's job. While there, I started working as a teacher and studied for a master's degree to teach Spanish as a second language to work in MCPS, where I began in 2017.

I love my profession and am passionate about seeing the learning capacity of my students. It's like an act of magic when I see their faces light up when they realize they have learned Spanish. Because of those faces, because I know how much they are capable of learning, I love being here, and I hope we can meet soon.

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WELCOME YO OUR HISPANIC HERITAGE HIGHLIGHT MS. FUENTES!

Hello, my name is Cindy Fuentes! I have worked in MCPS in many different capacities for the past 15 years, and this is my 4th year as a Special Education Teacher at Briggs Chaney. My family is originally from Ecuador (my mother) and El Salvador (my father). It means the world to me to be a Hispanic Educator and contribute to the representation of my culture to build community with my students. I was born and raised in Montgomery County. After I graduated from Magruder High School, I went on to study Special Education and Family Science at the University of Maryland, College Park where I received my BS Degree. Working with children is my passion. I believe in meeting our students at the level of their needs with the necessary tools in order to build morale and reach their highest potential. When I am not at work, I am spending time with my friends and family. I have two beautiful children, my daughter Dylan, and my son Carlos and I will be celebrating my 11th wedding anniversary this year. My family and I enjoy watching all DC sports teams and going to sporting events. I am looking forward to this school year!

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🪅Did you know that it is Hispanic Heritage Month? Originally, Hispanic Heritage Month was Hispanic Heritage Week which started in 1968 under President Johnson. In 1988, President Reagan enacted a public law to celebrate a 30 day Hispanic Heritage Month which starts on September 15, the Independence Day of five central American countries. What are you doing to celebrate?