HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Seeks Citizen Member for Ethics Policy Development/Revision Committee, Application Due February 7, 2018
January 23rd, 2018
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is currently seeking general citizen candidates for membership on the Policy 2070 Ethics Development/Revision Committee.
Hammond High School Named National School of Opportunity
January 22nd, 2018
Hammond High School has been designated a School of Opportunity by the National Education Policy Center. Hammond was recognized for demonstrating extraordinary commitment to equity and excellence by engaging in proven practices that close opportunity gaps and give all students the opportunity to succeed.
Staff Focus: Colin Moe, Academic Life Skills Teacher, Centennial High School
January 18th, 2018
Centennial High School alumnus Colin Moe is now an Academic Life Skills Teacher at the school. He works with non-diploma bound students to teach mathematics and other skills to provide opportunities for the students to become positive contributors to the community.
Board Selects Hanover Hills As Name For New Elementary School, Opening September 2018
January 12th, 2018
The Howard County Board of Education has selected Hanover Hills Elementary School as the name for the school system’s 42nd elementary school, scheduled to open in Fall 2018. The Board voted during their regularly scheduled meeting on January 11, 2018.
Howard County Schools Announce New Electrician Apprenticeship Program for High School Students
January 11th, 2018
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has announced a new program for students interested in a career as an electrician.
Interim Superintendent Presents Proposed Operating Budget For 2018–2019 Academic Year
January 9th, 2018
Interim Superintendent Michael J. Martirano presented his proposed budget for the Howard County Public School System fiscal year 2018–2019 (FY 2019) during a special presentation to the Board of Education on Tuesday, January 9.
Stacey Storm, Cluster Nurse, Marriotts Ridge High School
January 9th, 2018
Marriotts Ridge High School Cluster Nurse Stacey Storm takes care of students and staff inside and outside the health room.
Board Makes Decision on Selection and Acquisition of School Sites
January 5th, 2018
The Board of Education of Howard County met in closed session on January 3, 2018, to discuss school site selection.
Nick Vissari, Data Architect and Security Manager
January 3rd, 2018
HCPSS Data Architect and Security Manager Nick Vissari designs, builds and manages software applications for the entire Howard County Public School System. He also keeps a watchful eye on cybersecurity threats to protect vital school system information. Known as someone who creates solutions, Vissari’s work directly impacts students, parents and staff every day.
Board Retains Current Start And Dismissal Times Model for 2018-2019 School Year
December 20th, 2017
The Howard County Board of Education voted to retain the existing model for school start and dismissal times for the 2018–2019 academic year during its regularly scheduled meeting on December 19, 2017.