HCPSS Introduces Standards-Based Instruction and Reporting for PreK-Grade 2

New for the 2023-2024 school year, HCPSS will report student academic progress in primary grades (prekindergarten through Grade 2) using standards-based instruction and reporting (SBIR). In alignment with Howard County Board of Education Policy 8010 Grading and Reporting: Pre-Kindergarten Through Grade 5, standards-based instruction and reporting evaluates a student’s progress relative to grade-level curriculum standards rather than by comparison among and between students.

10-27-2023 Update to 10-26-23 Community Letter from the Superintendent

This message was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on October 27, 2023.

Message from the Superintendent on Incidents of Hate and Bias, Oct. 27, 2023

This message was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on October 26, 2023.

HCPSS Teachers Take Home Top Statewide Honors from Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics

wo HCPSS secondary mathematics teachers recently were awarded honors from the Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM). Scott Boettinger of Elkridge Landing Middle School was named the Outstanding Beginning Mathematics Teacher, and Nina Diehl of Murray Hill Mill School was named the Outstanding Middle School Mathematics Teacher.

Federal Impact Aid Forms Due by Dec. 14, 2023

The Federal Impact Aid programs provide financial assistance to school districts that enroll federally connected children. At HCPSS, Impact Aid supplements the operating budget to enhance the teaching and learning that takes place in Howard County classrooms.

Nominations for HCPSS Principal and Teacher of the Year Due Jan. 3, 2024

Nominations are now open for the annual Howard County Public School System Principal of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards. All nominations are due no later than midnight on January 3, 2024.

HCPSS Academy of Health Professions Students Gain Real-World Insights from Healthcare Expert

As part of the HCPSS Academy of Health Professions (AHP) in-class experience, students interested in pursuing a career in the medical field are given the opportunity to hear directly from professionals in the medical community. HCPSS has collaborated with the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center (HCMC) to bring in guest speakers and provide other learning opportunities for AHP students.

HCPSS Transportation Update, Oct. 18, 2023

Since HCPSS implemented adjustments to school start times last month, significant improvements have been realized related to student transportation services. Here are updates on several areas related to student transportation.

Meet HCPSS’ New 2023-2024 Principals

HCPSS welcomed twelve new principals at the start of the school year. Each one brings a different set of experiences to the job, but they all share a passion for serving their students, staff, and communities. Learn more about each of them below and hear what they are excited about as we head into the 2023-24 school year.

Apprenticeship Maryland Academy Info Session, Nov. 14, 2023

Current 11th grade students and their parents/guardians are invited to attend an in-person information session on the HCPSS Apprenticeship Maryland Academy, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the HCPSS Applications and Research Laboratory, 10920 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City. Participants will learn how the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Apprenticeship Maryland […]