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HCPSS Announces FY 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Annual Audit Completion and Elimination of the Historic Health and Dental Fund Deficit

HCPSS has received an unmodified opinion from its external auditor, CohnReznick LLP, which is included in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year (FY) 2022. The unmodified opinion signifies that the HCPSS financial statements are presented fairly and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. More significantly, the FY 2022 audit and ACFR represent an important milestone reflecting HCPSS’ steadfast focus on improving the financial management of the school system through the elimination of the historical deficit in the HCPSS Health and Dental Fund, reporting a fund balance of $5.95 million.

HCPSS Seeks Members for Health and Physical Education Curriculum Advisory Committees

HCPSS is currently seeking members to participate on its Health and Physical Education Curriculum Advisory Committees. Committee members will share ideas, distribute information, and advise the HCPSS Office of Health and Physical Education on the selection of new instructional materials in accordance with Policy 8040 – Selection of Instructional Materials.

Superintendent Presents FY24 Capital Budget Proposal

Howard County Public School System Superintendent Michael J. Martirano, Ed.D. presented his Proposed Capital Budget for fiscal year 2024 (FY 2024), FY 2025–2029 Capital Improvement Program, and FY 2024–2033 Long-Range Master Plan to the Howard County Board of Education on Thursday, September 8, 2022.

Talbott Springs Elementary Hosts Ribbon Cutting, Aug. 28

Students, staff, families, community members and members of the media are invited to visit the new Talbott Springs Elementary School for a ribbon cutting ceremony and tours on Sunday, August 28, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.

HCPSS Seeks Members for Policy Advisory Committees; Apply by Aug. 19, 2022

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) invites county residents to take an active role in developing and revising school system policies as members of Policy Advisory Committees. The knowledge, experience and perspective shared by community stakeholders are used to improve the quality of HCPSS policy.

Upcoming Board of Education Public Hearings, July-August 2022

On Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., the Howard County Board of Education is seeking public input on Policy 8020 Grading and Reporting: Middle & High School. Community members wishing to testify at public hearings must pre-register via online form. Registration closes at 4:30 p.m. the last working day prior to a meeting. Additionally, […]

HCPSS Looks to Fill Nearly 800 Vacancies for the 2022-2023 School Year

The Howard County Public School System is actively seeking teachers, paraeducators, and professionals in multiple areas who want to work for one of the most accomplished public education institutions in the nation.

HCPSS Seeks Members for Policy Advisory Committees by July 15, 2022

HCPSS is currently seeking candidates for membership on several SY22-23 Policy Advisory Committees. The committees will include at least one member representing the general resident stakeholder group. Members of these committees attend 3-4 meetings to discuss and make policy recommendations to the Superintendent.

Board of Education Adopts FY23 Operating & Capital Budgets

The Howard County Board of Education adopted its Operating and Capital Budgets for the 2022-2023 school year (FY 2023) on Thursday, May 26, 2022.

HCPSS Selected to Participate in Maryland State Personnel Development Grant

The Howard County Public School System was selected as one of two local school systems to participate in the Maryland State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) through the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The total grant award is 5.5 million dollars to be spent over the next four years between MSDE and the two participating school systems.