HCPSSPress Releases
Howard County Public School System Increases Substitute Pay By 25 Percent
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is implementing a 25% increase to the daily rate for substitute teachers, as approved by the Board of Education. This increase, which takes effect January 13, 2022, will be funded as part of the Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS) FY22 Operating Budget. High demand for substitute teachers exists throughout Maryland. The new pay increase places HCPSS among the highest paying districts in the state for substitute teachers, helping to attract top candidates to the position.
Board Schedules Jan. 12, 2022 Meeting on COVID-Related Updates
The Howard County Board of Education will hold a hybrid session on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, from 3-5 p.m. to discuss school system updates related to the COVID pandemic.
Nominations for Friends of Education Award Accepted Through Feb. 7, 2022
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 Friends of Education Award. Any Howard County resident or non-profit group, organization, association, or business located in or serving Howard County may be nominated for the award. Previous award recipients are not eligible. The nomination deadline is Monday, Feb. 7, 2022.
Proposed HCPSS Instructional Materials on Display through Jan. 12, 2022
Instructional materials recommended for the first time will be on display and available for review in the lobby of the Department of Education at 10910 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City through Jan. 12, 2022. The materials will be displayed Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. from Dec. 17, 2021 through January 12, 2022, excluding December 24, 27, and 30-31. Any community member may review displayed materials and express approval or requests for reevalulation.
HCPSS Seeks Members for Grading and Reporting Policy Advisory Committee, Apply by Dec. 13, 2021
HCPSS is currently seeking candidates for membership on the advisory committee for the revision of Policy 8020 Grading and Reporting: Middle and High School. Members of this committee attend 3-4 meetings to discuss and make policy recommendations to the Superintendent. Residents interested in participating may submit a statement of interest online by Monday, Dec. 13, 2021.
HCPSS Updates Transportation Bus Contracts Agreement
The Board of Education took further action to make sure the contract amendment covers the payroll cost bus contractors must pay for the bonuses given to bus drivers and attendants. The Board agreed to increase the bonus payment overhead cost rate provided to contractors from 10% to 25%.
Board of Education to Meet in Closed Session, Nov. 8, 2021
The Howard County Board of Education will hold a Closed Meeting today, Monday, Nov. 8, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually.
2021-2022 Academic Calendar Updates, Nov. 3, 2021
The academic calendar was updated Nov. 2, 2021, to include 3-hour early dismissals on Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, March 16, April 27 and May 18.
First Baptist Church of Elkridge Provides Weekend Food Program for Students
Hanover Hills Elementary School (HHES) and Thomas Viaduct Middle School (TVMS) have partnered with First Baptist Church of Elkridge to provide students in need with food support during weekends and holidays. The partnership was formalized with an official partnership signing on Thursday, October 28.
HCPSS Seeks Members for Policy Advisory Committees, Apply by Nov. 12, 2021
HCPSS is currently seeking candidates for membership on the following Policy Advisory Committees: Policy 4050 Procurement of Goods and/or Services and Policy 6060. Residents interested in participating may submit a statement of interest online by Friday, Nov. 12, 2021.