HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Offers Online Process to Resolve Parents’ School Concerns
March 1st, 2018
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) launched a Formal Concern Form & Process web page to help guide parents, guardians, custodial parents, and students as they seek to resolve school concerns.
Staff Focus: Jen Andres, Mailroom Clerk
February 28th, 2018
HCPSS Central Office Mailroom Clerk Jen Andres is a lifelong Howard County resident and Oakland Mills High School alumna. Central Office has enjoyed Andres’ infectious smile and passion for Baltimore sports during her 12 years working in the mailroom.
Current/Former Employee Access to 2017 Tax Documents
February 26th, 2018
All current and former HCPSS employees may access W-2 documents via Workday.
The Latest in Career and College Prep Opportunities
February 23rd, 2018
HCPSS students can explore their interests and prepare for college and careers through a wide range of programs. In honor of Career and Technology Education CTE Month, HCPSS highlights opportunities available throughout the school system. CTE Middle and high school students can take CTE courses to develop the skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed […]
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.