HCPSS Schools Honored as 2024 Maryland Green Schools

Eight HCPSS schools were recently announced as 2024 Maryland Green Schools by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE). The award signifies their commitment to developing stewards of the earth and reducing the school’s environmental impact.

New Oakland Mills HS Partnership Promotes Financial Literacy

Oakland Mills High School (OMHS) recently signed a partnership agreement with Fidelity Direct Mortgage, a licensed mortgage lender.

HCPSS School Psychologist Named Maryland School Psychologist of the Year

School psychologist Dr. Laura Smith-Grose has been named the Maryland School Psychologist of the Year by the Maryland School Psychologist Association. Smith-Grose was recognized for demonstrating the highest level of professional practice and providing the full range of school psychological services.

Panel Discussion on BIPOC Leadership – June 6, 2024

HCPSS students and community members are invited to attend a panel discussion on BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) leadership on June 7, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. in the Howard High School auditorium.

Applications and Research Lab to Host Plant Sale April 29-May 9, 2024

The Applications and Research Laboratory (ARL) will host a plant sale at the ARL greenhouse Monday, April 29-Thursday, May 9 (weekdays only) from 3-4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

HCPSS Names 2024 Principal and Teachers of the Year

(left to right) HCPSS’ Principal of the Year (Dr. Joelle Miller) and Teachers of the Year (Jessica Nichols and Jeanette Swank) HCPSS Acting Superintendent William J. Barnes on April 22 announced the recipients of the school system’s annual principal and teachers of the year award: Principal of the Year: Dr. Joelle Miller, Centennial High School […]

Board of Education Recognizes 2024 Friends of Education Honorees

The Howard County Board of Education honored Suzi Padgett as the 2024 Friend of Education award recipient at its April 11 meeting. The Board also recognized the Howard County Chinese School as its 2024 Friend of Education nominee.

HCPSS Students Receive Hands-On Experience at Howard County Medical Center

This is the first year Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) students in the at the Applications and Research Lab (ARL) are collaborating with Howard County Medical Center (HCMC) to get hands-on observation experience in different areas of the hospital, which helps students gain exposure and explore their interests.

HCPSS Students Named 2024 Carson Scholars

Thirty-one HCPSS students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and dedication to serving their communities have been recognized as 2024 Carson Scholars, including eight students who were named first-time Scholars.

Glenwood MS Principal Named Maryland’s First Middle School National Distinguished Principal

Glenwood Middle School Principal Melissa Shindel has been named Maryland’s National Distinguished Principal at the middle school level by the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP). Shindel is the first middle school principal in Maryland to win this award, which has historically only been given to elementary school principals.