MCPS says limited transportation will be provided; private‑school families given separate steps

District presenters acknowledged transportation is a concern for families and said MCPS will provide limited transportation by central stops; specific routes are not yet available and the district expects to publish details by summer 2027. The team said the six‑region design aims to place programs closer to home to reduce transportation burdens.

Carla, an MCPS team member, addressed private‑school families: "Private school families need to contact their local middle school... the first week of October, and they will set you up with a parent view account," she said, and added that private applicants must upload accepted external assessments because MCPS cannot administer assessments to private students. Presenters also noted seat estimates (15–60 per program for out‑of‑area students, with additional local seats) and repeated that showcases and drop‑in sessions will help families learn more before the Nov. 6 deadline.