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Wilde Lake Middle School Recognized as Maryland’s First Net Zero Energy School

August 16th, 2018

Wilde Lake Middle School has been officially designated a Net Zero building by the International Living Future Institute (ILFI). The designation underscores the school’s status as Maryland’s first school building to produce at least as much energy as it uses over the course of a year.

HCPSS Seeks Citizen Members for Instructional Materials/Criteria Review Committee, Application Due September 12, 2018

August 15th, 2018

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is currently seeking general citizen candidates for membership on the Instructional Materials/Criteria Review Committee.

Changing Destinations Partnership Engages Students in Global Citizenship

August 10th, 2018

The Howard County Public School System has partnered with Changing Destinations: Journey to Excellence to provide students with opportunities to learn about cultures from around the world.

Statement from the Board of Education, August 3, 2018

August 3rd, 2018

View a statement issued by the Howard County Board of Education.

HCPSS Celebrates 2018 Korean Cultural Exchange Program

August 1st, 2018

HCPSS joined representatives from South Korea’s Iksan school district to celebrate the 11th annual Korean summer cultural exchange program during a closing ceremony held July 27, 2018.

Bright Minds Foundation Announces New Executive Director

July 26th, 2018

Bright Minds, the official foundation of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), announces the appointment of Liz Crammond to the position of Executive Director for the foundation.

Swansfield Elementary School Achieves LEED Silver Status

July 19th, 2018

Swansfield Elementary School’s recent renovation has achieved LEED Silver designation in recognition of its energy efficiency and environmental friendliness.

Thomas Viaduct Receives 2017-2018 Character Education Award

July 18th, 2018

The Maryland Center for Character Education at Stevenson University (MCCE@SU) has recognized Thomas Viaduct Middle School as a 2017 – 2018 School of the Year winner.

Howard County Local Children’s Board Partnership Targets Student Well-Being

July 17th, 2018

The Howard County Public School System has partnered with the Howard County Local Children’s Board (LCB) to provide students with opportunities and resources necessary to succeed.

Mt. Hebron Students Rank Nationally in 2018 FBLA Competition

July 16th, 2018

Two Mount Hebron High School students, representing Maryland’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) delegation, ranked nationally at the recent National Leadership Conference (NLC) and Competition in Baltimore.