HCPSSNews Stories
Hackground Promotes Critical Thinking at the Applications and Research Laboratory
February 22nd, 2018
The Howard County Public School System’s Applications and Research Laboratory (ARL), a centralized career academy high school, is partnering with Hackground to engage students through real-world science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) experiences that cultivate creative problem solving, critical thinking and innovation.
Staff Focus: Stephanie Geddie, Title I Point of Contact, Laurel Woods Elementary School
February 21st, 2018
Laurel Woods Elementary School Title I Point of Contact Stephanie Geddie has journeyed from homelessness to Teacher of the Year. She channels the support of the strong community she had growing up into her current work engaging families and connecting with students, especially those in similar situations.
Board of Education to Meet with PTA Presidents and Community Advisory Council, March 6, 2018
February 21st, 2018
The Board of Education will meet with PTA presidents and the Community Advisory Council (CAC) at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, in the Boardroom at the Department of Education, 10910 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City.
Family and Community Resources for Speaking with Children About Traumatic Events
February 20th, 2018
HCPSS has student services teams in every school available to support the social-emotional wellbeing of children every school day. During times of increased stress caused by traumatic events occurring close to home or viewed on the news, there is an increase of required services. Our schools are equipped with the resources to support children during the school day, and we want to make sure parents and community members have resources to speak to children outside of school hours.
A Statement from Dr. Martirano on School Safety
February 15th, 2018
Interim Superintendent Martirano’s statement on the school shooting in Florida and what HCPSS is doing to ensure student and staff safety.
Staff Focus: Trina Johnson, Paraeducator, Oakland Mills Middle School
February 13th, 2018
Oakland Mills Middle School paraeducator Trina Johnson uses her experience and passion to support teachers and staff, and to make connections with students to ensure their academic and social-emotional well-being.
Firefighters Collaborate with HCPSS on “Adopt-A-School” Initiative
February 9th, 2018
The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services (HCDFRS) and the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) will work collaboratively on the new “Adopt-a-School” program linking each Howard County elementary school with its neighborhood fire station.
Board of Education Legislative Committee to Meet, February 12, 2018
February 9th, 2018
The Board of Education’s Legislative Committee will meet at 3 p.m. on Monday, February 12. The meeting will take place in Boardroom A at the Department of Education, 10910 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City, Maryland.
Howard County Graduation Rates Continue to Outpace State Norm
February 9th, 2018
Graduation data for the Class of 2017 show Howard County public school students graduating at significantly higher rates than their peers across Maryland.
Staff Focus: Maddy Halbach, Academy of Finance Instructor, Applications and Research Laboratory (ARL)
February 7th, 2018
Applications and Research Laboratory Academy of Finance Instructor Maddy Halbach helps high school students develop important financial skills and literacy to prepare them for college, careers and life.