Frederick County Public Schools offers financial assistance to current, full-time staff members who are pursuing a degree or certificate related to their job duties or renewing their teaching license. Reimbursement is available for a maximum of $1,000 per college class, with varying program structures.
Program Options
Advanced Degree Program (Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, or Certificate Program): Covers up to $1,000 per class (maximum of 3 classes per school year) for a total of $3,000 annually.
Single College Credit Class: Up to $1,000 is reimbursed for a single class taken for college credit to renew a teaching license. This is a one-time reimbursement during a license renewal period.
Eligibility Requirements
Be a current, full-time staff member
Be enrolled in a degree or certificate program related to your job duties
Meet all program requirements and submit the necessary documentation
How to Apply
Submit a Memorandum of Agreement to Beth Heishman (heishmab@fcpsk12.net). Link to MEMORANDUM FORM
Complete an online Tuition Reimbursement Form for each class by the dates signed below or by the license renewal for which you seek reimbursement. Link to TUITION REIMBURSEMENT FORM
Important Deadlines
Fall 2024: October 18, 2024
Spring 2025: March 7, 2025
Summer 2025 (classes ending before June 30th): May 16, 2025
Summer 2025 (classes ending after June 30th): Use the 2025-2026 online form available July 1, 2025
Once approved, the following documentation must be submitted to Beth Heishman (heishmab@fcpsk12.net) by June 30, 2025.
Signed Memorandum of Agreement form
Acceptance letter from college/university (must include student name and name of the college/university)
Grade transcript for class(es) with no less than a “B” earned
Statement or receipt indicating requested class(es) are paid in full (must include student name and name of the college/university and must show specific class(es))