Elrich Seeks Applicants for Commission on Children and Youth
County Executive Marc Elrich is seeking applicants to fill 16 vacancies on the Commission on Children and Youth, for four individuals with recent experience in agencies providing services to children and youth, four parents of youth and young adults (between the ages of 14 and 21), one private school representative and seven youth or young adults. Three agency representatives, four parents, and four youth are eligible to apply for reappointment.
The 27-member Commission advises the County Executive, County Council, Department of Health and Human Services, and Board of Education on policies, programs and services that support children, youth, and their families.
Adult members serve three-year terms, and youth members serve one-year terms without compensation. All are eligible for reimbursement for travel and dependent care for in-person meetings attended. The Commission currently meets virtually by video- and teleconference the second Wednesday of each month (except July and August). Members are expected to serve on committees of the Commission and these meetings are held in the middle of the full Commission meetings.
Applicants of diverse backgrounds, professions, genders, geography, abilities, ethnicities, and ages are encouraged to apply. Members of County boards, committees and commissions may not serve on more than one such group at a time. Members must complete training on the Maryland Open Meetings Act, Montgomery County Ethics Law, and basic parliamentary procedure. The County Executive’s appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council. Applications of individuals nominated for appointment will be forwarded to the Council. The deadline for application is July 30, 2027. To apply please click “Apply for Commission” below to complete the online form and attach a letter of interest and resume.
CURRENT POSITION(S) AVAILABLE:
AGENCY
PARENT
PRIVATE SCHOOL
YOUTH (ages 14-21)
PLEASE ENTER OR COPY AND PASTE THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING IN THE “SEAT BEING APPLIED FOR” FIELD ON THE APPLICATION FORM
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Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:
A student’s parent/guardian must provide the nonprofit with written approval of the student’s participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering.
Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform.
Students will only engage with others under the direct supervision of a nonprofit supervisor. The nonprofit supervisor will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times.
The nonprofit supervisor will initiate and host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur.
Virtual sessions will not be recorded.
Students should not share or upload any videos, pictures, or images of themselves, unless the nonprofit organization has obtained a signed form/waiver from the student’s parent/guardian authorizing permission/release.
Students’ email addresses/home addresses or any personally identifying information will remain protected and not shared.
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home.
