March2Future Planning for After High School Webinar Series

March2Future is a post-secondary webinar series provided to HCPSS students and families to assist them in preparing for life after high school. The series runs on select Wednesday evenings and covers a wide range of topics. Wednesday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m.: Standardized Testing Are you confused about standardized testing and how it fits with the […]

2025-2026 Middle School Course Registration, Jan. 30 – Feb. 12, 2025

Middle school course selection for the 2025-2026 academic year will open for current 5-7 grade students Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 8:00 a.m., and run through Wednesday, February 12, 2025 4:00 p.m.

Multilingual Parent Leadership Program Application Deadline February 18, 2025

HCPSS’ Spring Multilingual Parent Leadership Program (MPLP) will begin on March 4, 2025. The six-week program is designed to help international parents navigate the school system and develop the confidence to serve as advocates for their children. The program also provides training for international parents to assume leadership roles in schools and the community.

Virtual Presentation: National Security Agency and Language Learners, Jan. 29, 2025

___ is invited to attend a virtual presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 7-8:00 p.m. about the National Security Agency (NSA) and Language Learners.

2025 Lunar New Year Celebration, Jan. 24, 2025

The public invited to attend a Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, Jan. 24 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in the Centennial High School Cafeteria and Auditorium.

Community Input Sought on HCPSS Capital Budget Prioritization Process, Through Feb. 17, 2025

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) Office of Capital Planning & Construction is seeking community input on the development of a Capital Budget Prioritization process. The process aims to objectively prioritize HCPSS facilities based on identified capital needs, which is the first step in developing the overall capital budget.

Staff Focus: Annette Bartlett, Grants Administration Manager

HCPSS’ Grants Administration Manager Annette Bartlett oversees a portfolio of grants that provides approximately $75 million in supplemental funding for the school district per year.

Howard County Youth Orchestra to Perform with Ben Folds, May 18, 2025

The Howard County Youth Orchestra (HCYO) will take the stage with Emmy-nominated musician Ben Folds at Merriweather Post Pavilion (10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia), Sunday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Winter Bazaar Inspires and Rewards Positive Student Behavior

The Murray Hill Middle School (MHMS) Winter Bazaar has become a beloved annual tradition at the school. The week-long event provides students the opportunity to spend their “Gotchas”— “currency” they earn by being respectful, responsible, or ready— on items donated by staff, parents, and community members.

Howard County Dance Festival, Feb. 1, 2025

The 2025 Howard County Dance Festival, featuring performances by all 13 high school dance companies and the 2024-2025 All-County Dance Performance Ensemble, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 from 7:00-9:00pm at Oakland Mills High School.