HCPSSPress Releases
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.
HCPSS and HCEA Ratify 2022-2023 Master Agreement
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) and Howard County Education Association (HCEA) ratified their master agreement for the 2022-2023 school year at the Board of Education meeting on April 7, 2022. HCEA represents certificated and ESP (Educational Support Professionals) employees who serve the system in a non-supervisory role.
HCPSS Seeks Employers to Support Summer 2022 Teacher Externship Initiative
The Howard County Public School System, in partnership with Bright Minds Foundation and the Superintendent’s Program Innovation Advisory Board, is looking for businesses and organizations willing to be involved in the HCPSS Teacher Externship Initiative.
Board of Education to Honor 2022 Friends of Education Award Recipient and Nominees on April 7, 2022
The Howard County Board of Education will recognize Ying Matties with its prestigious Friends of Education Award during its meeting on Thursday, April 7, 2022. The Friends of Education Award was established in 2001 to salute exemplary volunteer contributions of time and talent that directly support academic achievement and safe learning environments for the HCPSS.