HCPSSNews Stories
Bright Minds Foundation Grants Support Innovative Classroom Projects
September 25th, 2018
HCPSS Superintendent Michael J. Martirano and Board of Education members recognized 11 Howard County public school teachers and staff for receiving funding for innovative instructional projects to enhance students’ learning experiences.
Best Buddies Become Coaching Buddies
September 25th, 2018
New Centennial High School Boys Junior Varsity Soccer Coach Leondro Conti has an old buddy on his coaching staff. In fact, Coach Conti first met his new assistant coach, Glenn Donovan, many years ago when they were both students at Pointers Run Elementary School. Years later, their friendship blossomed at Atholton High School as part of the Best Buddies program.
HCPSS Seeks Members for Secondary Language Arts Textbook Advisory Committee, Deadline October 15, 2018
September 24th, 2018
Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is currently seeking Howard County citizens, teachers and 11th grade students to serve on the Secondary Language Arts Textbook Advisory Committee.
The Jeff George Agency Partnership Provides Innovative Technology for Students
September 21st, 2018
The Jeff George Agency, Insurance and Financial Services has partnered with Burleigh Manor Middle School (BMMS) and Centennial High School (CHS) to support innovative technology programs in the classroom and to provide recognition for staff members.
Coastal Conservation Association Maryland Partnership Engages Students in Environmental Stewardship
September 17th, 2018
Dunloggin Middle School has partnered with Coastal Conservation Association Maryland (CCA Maryland) to educate students about the importance of habitat creation and restoration to improve the environment in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays.
HCPSS & The Council of Elders 2018-2019 Community Academy Workshops
September 17th, 2018
The Council of Elders and the Howard County Public School System have partnered to sponsor the 2018–19 parent workshop series.
Board of Education to Meet in Closed Session, September 17, 2018 (rescheduled)
September 17th, 2018
The Howard County Board of Education Closed Session meeting, previously scheduled for Tuesday, September 18, will be held on Monday, September 17, at 4 p.m.
State of the Schools 2018
September 14th, 2018
HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano today issued the following statement after presenting the State of the Howard County School System.
HCPSS Schools Earn 2018 EPA Energy Star
September 12th, 2018
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has certified 44 Howard County public schools with its Energy Star award for 2018, designating superior energy performance.
HCPSS Launches Handle With Care Program
September 12th, 2018
Howard County public schools will participate in the state-mandated Handle With Care (HWC) program beginning on September 24 in partnership with the Howard County Police Department.