Education
Adult Education Program Calvert County
Location: 115 J W Williams Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 301-934-7770
Email: adulted@csmd.edu
Website: www.csmd.edu/programs-courses/non-credit/adult-basic-education
The College of Southern Maryland provides low/no cost Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED Preparation and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction in Charles, St. Mary's and Calvert counties.
Classes meet two times per week at various locations in the tri-county area. These classes are small, and learning is individualized to meet the needs of each student.
University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland (USMSM)
Location: 44219 Airport Road, California, MD 20619
Phone: 301-737-2500
Email: admin.usmsm@umd.edu
Website: usmsm.umd.edu
University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland focuses on providing highly developed and comprehensive academic and professional development educational opportunities at the graduate and upper undergraduate level to a workforce of knowledge workers engaged in technology, teaching, management, health and other professional services.
USMSM also facilitates the advancement and growth of the Naval Air Station at Patuxent River through partnerships with nationally ranked universities providing high technology and management academic programs facilitating the creation of a new national high technology center of excellence in multiple naval aviation specializations.
College of Southern Maryland
Location: 115 J W Williams Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 301-934-2251
Email: askme@csmd.edu
Website: www.csmd.edu
The College of Southern Maryland is a public, regional community college with a mission to help students and the community meet the challenges or individual, social and global changes.
Campus locations include: La Plata, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, Regional Hughesville Campus, Center for Trades and Energy Training, Center for Transportation Training, Velocity Center at Indian Head and Waldorf Center for Higher Education.
College of Southern Maryland - Healthcare Division
Phone: 301-934-2251
Email: askme@csmd.edu
Website: www.csmd.edu
The College of Southern Maryland's Workforce Development Healthcare Division is designed to provide an array of healthcare programs to students who are just beginning their careers in healthcare as well as those who desire to excel in their current positions.
Contact CSM for more information.
College of Southern Maryland - Military & Veteran Support
Phone: 301-934-7656
Email: veteransbenefits@csmd.edu
Website: www.csmd.edu/student-services/veteran-military
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) has been identified as a veteran and military-friendly institution. CSM partners with active-duty military, veterans and military-dependent students to make sure they get most out of available benefits.
Contact CSM to learn about what benefits are available to you and how to apply for them.
CSM offers military-connected individuals and veterans priority registration, dedicated advising, a student veterans lounge, student veterans organization, FinancialAidTV (short, easy-to-digest informational videos on using VA benefits to pay for college), disability support services, mental health and emotional wellness support, scholarship search assistance and mediation services. Schedule an appointment online.
Child Find
Location: 1350 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 443-550-8381
Email: StewartMau@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/special-education/programs/child-find
The Child Find Program will screen, evaluate and work with families to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for children aged three to five who are eligible to receive special education services. Special education services will be based upon a child’s individual need(s) and may include special education instruction (pre-school or kindergarten), speech/language therapy, physical therapy and/or occupational therapy.
Child Find referrals are made by calling 443-550-8381 or by completing an online referral form.
Early Childhood Advisory Council
Phone: 410-414-5997
Email: Julie.Mashino@calvertcountymd.gov
Website: https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/3882/Early-Childhood-Advisory-Council
The Calvert County Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) serves as a vital resource for enhancing the quality of early childhood education and care in Calvert County.
Established to bring together various stakeholders in the field, the council aims to foster collaboration among early childhood programs, ensuring a cohesive approach to education and care. By conducting thorough needs assessments and developing a comprehensive statewide strategic report, the ECAC is committed to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within early childhood education, ultimately striving to improve outcomes for children and families in the community.
Head Start - Calvert County Public Schools
Location: 1245 Plum Point Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639
Phone: 443-550-8053
Email: BookerT@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/instruction/programs/head-start
Head Start promotes the school readiness of young children from low-income families through agencies in their local community. The Head Start program is authorized by the Improving Head Start for School Readiness Act of 2007.
Head Start Locations:
- Barstow Elementary School, Center-based 4-year-olds
- Patuxent-Appeal Campus, Center-based 3 and 4-year-olds
- Sunderland Elementary School, Center-based 3 and 4-year-olds
- Windy Hill Elementary School, Center-based 4-year-olds
- Head Start HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) 3-year-olds, Home-Visiting
Visit the website and click on the Head Start online application to review the eligibility requirements in detail.
HIPPY/Healthy Families Calvert County
Location: 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 443-550-8049
Email: adamsd@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/instruction/programs/hippy-healthy-families
Parents can enter the Healthy Families program prenatally or before a baby is three months old. Family Support Workers partner with parents to help build a nurturing relationship between parent and child, provide information on how children develop and suggest ideas for activities for parents to engage with their child. Services are provided where it is most convenient for the participant – usually at home.
Healthy Families Participants receive connection to needed services such as help with food, housing, medical, education and training so that parents can focus on themselves and their children. In addition, participants receive:
- Information on how children develop and learn.
- Materials and ideas for activities to do with children to strengthen the bond between parent and child.
- Knowledge and skills to help parents prepare children for success in school.
- Support for parents with children up to age five.
Contact the Program Coordinator for more information.
Infants & Toddlers Program - Calvert County Public Schools
Location: 1350 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678
Phone: 443-550-8405
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/special-education/programs/infants-and-toddlers
Infant and Toddlers provides an array of early intervention services for children and their families. Early intervention services are family-centered, functional and based on individual family routines and activities. Services may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, special instruction, audiology, family counseling and training and vision services. The goal of the Calvert County Infants and Toddlers Program is to provide family-centered support and services to infants and toddlers with delays/disabilities to help them reach their potential and be prepared for school.
Services are provided year round at no cost to families. If your child is found eligible, the Infants and Toddlers Program (ITP) can target the following areas:
- Cognition
- Communication
- Social/Emotional
- Self-help
- Fine Motor
- Gross Motor
- Hearing
- Vision
Services are provided in home, community or center-based settings depending on the needs of your family and child. Sessions are scheduled with your individual service provider(s) Monday through Friday.
Anyone can make a referral to our program by visiting the Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program website or by calling 443-550-8405.
Contact the Calvert Country School for more information.
The Judy Center
Location: 1450 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 443-550-8728, 443-550-8726, 443-550-8728
Email: jordank@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: ces.calvertnet.k12.md.us/about-us/judy-center
The mission of the Judy Center is to provide services designed to promote school readiness for children ages birth through five. This is accomplished through partnerships with community agencies located in Calvert County.
Judy Center Locations:
- Patuxent Elementary
- Appeal Elementary
- Calvert Elementary
Contact the Program Coordinator for more information.
Calvert County Parks & Recreation Youth Mentoring Program
Email: Brenda.DiCarlo@calvertcountymd.gov
Website: https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/3813/Youth-Mentoring-Program
The Youth Mentoring Program is designed to enrich the lives of youth ages 10-14 years in the community through fellowship, education and activities that include life skills, good citizenship, health and wellness and more in a fun interactive program.
Stella's Girls
Phone: 240-660-0846
Email: mentoring@stellasgirls.org
Website: www.stellasgirls.org
The vision of Stella's Girls is to develop confident female leaders, equipped and passionate about leading their communities, organizations, businesses, schools and agencies - both domestically and internationally. We seek to contribute to a society where female leaders are the rule and not the exception to the rule. We strive for women leaders to be considered by all as relevant assets and necessary additions to organizations globally.
Provides one-to-one mentoring services for youth to enhance their personal, emotional and leadership development. Focus place on STEM, academics, cultural immersion and community service.
Club B Learning Labs brought to you by Inspiration Nation, LLC
Phone: 301-892-6422
Email: dr.nicolegreen@gmail.com
Website: www.clubblearning.com
Dedicated to helping and encouraging children, teens, young adults, and the young at heart to become extraordinary through various programs and services. Collaboration with businesses, staff, and parents ensures the delivery of the best educational resources and support, enhancing academic, social, and emotional growth. Explore the website to learn more about the benefits of club membership.
Calvert Library
Location: 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 410-535-0291
Website: calvertlibrary.info
The library offers free public computers, Wi-Fi access and support for answering questions. Explore a wide range of materials on various topics, attend events and classes and take advantage of one-on-one computer training in small group sessions. You can also access online business and technology courses via Lynda.com, receive help with resumes and job searches and get expert research assistance.
The Center for Life Enrichment
Location: 25089 Three Notch Road, Hollywood, MD 20636
Phone: 301-373-8100
Email: contact@tcle.org
Website: www.tcle.org
Provides programs and support services that will increase the vocational and personal potential of individuals with disabilities.
Focus of Services:
- Improve overall quality of life
- Increased independence
- Workforce integration
- Socialization
Operation Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Chesapeake Connection
Location: 3 Armory Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 301-509-3682
Email: Pwilley@chesconn.com
Website: www.chesconn.com
A social place for young adults with disabilities to build relationships outside of their home environment through classes, volunteering and exploring their community. The Connection is a place that bridges the gap between high school and adulthood for individuals with mild to moderate intellectual developmental disabilities. These individuals may not qualify to receive services from other organizations, but still need support, education and guidance to reach their life goals.
Calvert County Family Support Services
Location: 1350 Dares Beach Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: 410-535-8375
Email: tchoumakk@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/special-education/parent-involvement-groups
Calvert County Family Support Services, established as part of each local school system in Maryland, have as their goal the provision of knowledge and the development of essential skills fundamental to parents and professionals working together as equal partners in the educational decision-making process.
Goals:
- Increase parental involvement in the special education decision making process
- Provide information and resources about disabilities and community services
- Assist families in resolving concerns and to make informed decisions regarding their child’s education
- Increase collaborative relationships through information and training
- Inform families and build working relationships among families, schools and the community
Contact Calvert County Family Support Services for more information.
Child Nutrition
Phone: 443-550-8685
Website: https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/child-nutrition
Calvert County Public Schools participates in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs and offers nutritious meals every school day. Both breakfast and lunch service are available at all school locations. School meals offer a variety of food choices and meet nutrition standards established by the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act and the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
McKinney-Vento Program for Students Experiencing Homelessness
Phone: 443-550-8465
Email: DolinaWatkinsT@Calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/student-services
Calvert County Public Schools is committed to ensuring that children and youth experiencing homelessness have the same access to public education as all other students. We work to enroll students in the school that best serves their needs and provide respectful, timely support to families and youth seeking assistance.
Under the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, a child or youth is considered homeless if they lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. This includes:
- Living with others due to economic hardship (“doubled up”)
- Staying in motels, hotels, or inadequate trailer parks or campgrounds
- Residing in emergency or transitional shelters
- Sleeping in places not meant for habitation (cars, parks, abandoned buildings, bus stations, or substandard housing)
- Being abandoned in hospitals
- Unaccompanied youth (not in the physical custody of a parent or guardian)
- Migrant children who meet any of the above criteria
Office Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
If you or someone you know may qualify for support under the McKinney-Vento Act, please reach out. We’re here to help with compassion, confidentiality, and care.
School Age Child Care
Phone: 410-535-8375
Email: mrkvac@calvertnet.k12.md.us
Website: https://www.calvertnet.k12.md.us/departments/instruction/programs/school-age-child-care
Our program offers a variety of activities which may include recreation and games, arts and crafts, reading, music, drama, time to work on homework, and free time where the children can pursue their own interests.
The mission of CCPS Before & After School Child Care Program is to provide a safe, affordable, nurturing environment for all the elementary school district’s children who need access to before school and after school services. Our children will be provided opportunities to choose and participate in activities designed to promote their physical, mental, social, and emotional development in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
We serve elementary school children from K-5 and Pre-K children on a limited basis (please call to discuss). Children are only eligible for enrollment in the Before and After School Child Care Center at the school where they are enrolled. Students may enroll in either the morning session, the afternoon session or in both sessions.