As ACAP and ACT testing season approaches, Montgomery Public Schools is launching its districtwide campaign, Level Up MPS: Prepare. Perform. Rise.

In this episode of Stronger Together: The MPS Podcast, host Monae Stevens sits down with Executive Director Tori Infinger and Executive Director Dr. Shaniece Williams to discuss how MPS is equipping students across elementary and secondary schools for success. From practical preparation strategies to building confidence on test day, this conversation highlights the real support systems in place for students and families.

Together, we explore:

• What students should be doing now to prepare
• How families can support learning at home
• Tips for staying confident and focused during testing
• How challenges can become opportunities to rise

This episode is a reminder that test success doesn’t happen alone — it happens when schools, families, and communities move forward stronger together.

It’s time to prepare with purpose, perform with confidence, and rise to the moment. Let’s Level Up, MPS.

In this episode of Stronger Together: The MPS Podcast, we spotlight an inspiring example of student talent, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Meet Railyn Holt, a student at Park Crossing High School and the founder of A Rai of Sunshine, her growing cake business that started with a passion and turned into a purpose.

Railyn’s journey recently took her to the national stage with a feature on The Jennifer Hudson Show, and now she’s sharing her story with the MPS community. In a conversation with Digital Media Specialist Ken Larkin, Railyn talks about believing in yourself, building a business from the ground up, and what it means to chase your dreams while still in high school.

This episode is a celebration of student voice, innovation, and the power of possibility—proof that when our scholars are supported, there’s no limit to what they can achieve.

Join us as we speak with Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd about Montgomery Public Schools’ transformative new initiatives. Learn how MPS is expanding student opportunities, strengthening academic excellence, and connecting education to workforce needs across Montgomery County. Discover how every student will gain access to innovative, career-ready pathways no matter their school zone.

Thinking about a magnet school? This episode of Stronger Together is your essential guide! We're diving deep into the Montgomery Public Schools (MPS) Magnet Program, breaking down the application process, exploring the unique academic offerings, and spotlighting the incredible opportunities that await your student. Don't miss this!

What if you could start college before graduation? Our host talks with Chief Academic Officer Dr. Gregory King about dual enrollment, a program that lets high school students earn college credit while completing their diploma. Tune in to learn how this opportunity helps students save time, save money, and get ahead!

We’re talking with two MPS principals who are proving that showing up makes all the difference! Hear how their schools are improving attendance, the creative strategies behind their success, and what it takes to build a culture where every day matters.

In this episode of Stronger Together: The MPS Podcast, host Monae Stevens continues the conversation on why attendance matters. Joined by District Attorney Azzie Oliver and Councilman Oronde Mitchell, the discussion explores how community leaders are helping shift the culture from simply showing up to showing up ready to learn. Because at MPS, Be Present. Be Prepared. Be Productive. is more than a phrase. It’s a way of life.

In this episode, we spotlight National Attendance Month with our ‘Be Present. Be Prepared. Be Productive.’ campaign. Hear from district resource officers as we discuss why attendance matters and explore community resources supporting student success.