HCPSSPress Releases
HCPSS State Assessment Scores Show Consistent Trends
Howard County public school students’ performance in English language arts and mathematics achievement continues to follow trends observed in recent years, as reflected in 2019 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) scores released by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
HCPSS Partners with Gilchrist to Offer Support Services for School Communities
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with Gilchrist to provide grief and loss training for staff and to offer support for school communities affected by a crisis. The partnership was formalized with an official partnership signing on Wednesday, August 21 at the Sheraton Columbia Waterside Restaurant in Columbia, Maryland.
Superintendent’s Attendance Area Adjustment Presentation Rescheduled for August 22, 2019
The presentation of the Superintendent’s Attendance Area Adjustment Plan has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 22 at 6 p.m.
HCPSS Announces Leadership Changes
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) announces recent changes to its leadership team.
Comcast Partnership Leverages Platforms to Increase Student and Family Outreach
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with Comcast to develop communications strategies to inform and connect students and their families with supports and opportunities offered by HCPSS and the community.
National Society of Black Engineers Jr. Partnership Exposes Students to STEM Careers
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with the Howard County Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers, Jr. (HoCo NSBE, Jr.) to promote academic excellence, technology awareness and personal development for Howard County students.
Boundary Review Updates: Attendance Area Committee Continues 2019 Boundary Review Discussion with Cooperative Strategies
The Attendance Area Committee (AAC) continued their work Tuesday, June 25 to review options presented in the 2019 Feasibility Study and make recommendations to the Superintendent.
Board of Education to Meet in Closed Session, June 27
The Howard County Board of Education will hold a Closed Session on Thursday, June 27 at 3:15 p.m.
Embassy of Italy Partnership Provides Gateway for Students
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with the Embassy of Italy in Washington, DC to support Italian instruction and culture programs at HCPSS.
Board of Education to Meet in Closed Session, June 13
The Howard County Board of Education will hold a Closed Session on Thursday, June 13 at 3:45 p.m. The session will take place in the Board Planning Room at the Department of Education, 10910 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. The meeting will begin in open session in the Boardroom before the Board makes a motion […]