Sexual Assault in Montgomery County Public Schools
Over the past few years, MCPS has seen a substantial increase in reports of sexual assault. MCPS must foster a safe environment for students not knowing what steps to take after facing a traumatizing event. Safety should be the number one priority. MCPS reported 162 cases of sexual misconduct this past school year in just 59 days, making over 420 cases in total. In the 2018-2019 school year, 320 cases were reported. Socioeconomic factors play a significant factor in reported