HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Enhances Transparency with Launch of Online MPIA Tracking System
June 30th, 2017
HCPSS announced the launch of a new online system for Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA) requests.
Presentation of 2017 Feasibility Study Begins the Redistricting Planning Process
June 23rd, 2017
Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) Acting Superintendent Michael J. Martirano presented the 2017 Feasibility Study to the Howard County Board of Education during its June 22, 2017 meeting. The Board presentation marks the beginning of a months-long process to plan attendance area adjustments for implementation in the 2018–2019 school year.
Acting Superintendent Announces Central Office Reorganization
June 22nd, 2017
Howard County Public School System Acting Superintendent Michael J. Martirano announced plans for a reorganized Central Office, structured to drive his vision for a robust instructional program that ensures equity and enables all students to reach their greatest potential. The new model is aligned to several core principles that include school responsiveness, continuous improvement, employee and community engagement, and transparency in every aspect of school system operations.
Howard County Parent Honored with 2017 HCPSS Parent Involvement Matters Award
June 21st, 2017
Forest Ridge Elementary School parent Jennifer Renkevens was named the winner of the 2017 Howard County Public School System Parent Involvement Matters Award (PIMA).
HCPSS Recognizes Outstanding Students and Educators
June 15th, 2017
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) applauds the following students and educators, who were recently recognized for noteworthy achievements.
New Partnership Promotes Early Childhood Programs and School Readiness
June 14th, 2017
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is partnering with the Howard County Office of Children and Families, and Howard County licensed child care centers to familiarize students with the school environment and develop a readiness for school.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Partnership Promotes Leadership Skills and Community Service
June 13th, 2017
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is renewing its longstanding partnership with the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter to promote academic success, leadership, personal responsibility, and community service among high school males of African-American and African heritage.
Class of 2017 Earns a Bright Future
June 7th, 2017
More than 3,800 seniors graduated as members of the Howard County Public School System’s Class of 2017 and collectively they earned nearly $14 million in scholarships for their first year of college.
Yoko Fines, Paraeducator, Cedar Lane School
June 7th, 2017
Fines’ dedication to her students comes from a place of warmth: “I instruct them, motivate them and encourage them to find their success.”
Howard County High School Students to Compete at 2017 Junior Achievement National Student Leader Summit
June 5th, 2017
A group of Howard County high school students, who ran a company as part of the Junior Achievement (JA) Rising Women entrepreneurship program, will compete with teen entrepreneurs from across the United States at the 2017 JA National Student Leader Summit (NSLS) in Washington, D.C. on June 19–21.