HCPSSNews Stories
Apprenticeship Maryland Academy Info Session, Nov. 14, 2023
October 3rd, 2023
Current 11th grade students and their parents/guardians are invited to attend an in-person information session on the HCPSS Apprenticeship Maryland Academy, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the HCPSS Applications and Research Laboratory, 10920 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City. Participants will learn how the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Apprenticeship Maryland […]
Canvas Features that Support Families
October 2nd, 2023
HCPSS Connect is made up of several tools, including Synergy, Canvas and FamilyFile, all of which provide access to a variety of student information and classroom instructional tools. In this feature, learn more about Canvas, where families can find upcoming assignments, grades, materials and more.
HCPSS Student Transportation Update, Sept. 29, 2023
September 29th, 2023
Español | 中文 | 한국어 The following is adapted from a message sent to HCPSS staff and families on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023: On-Time Improvements Since adjustments to school start times were implemented on Sept. 20, HCPSS has experienced significant improvements with buses arriving at each stop and destination on time. Prior to the recent […]
HCPSS Seeks Members for Resource Reevaluation Committee
September 28th, 2023
HCPSS is seeking Howard County teachers, citizens, and HCPSS students in grades 9 -11 to serve on the Resource Reevaluation Committee. This committee consists of teachers, students, parents, and community members who meet to review any materials requested for reevaluation.
HCPSS Seeks Members for Policy Advisory Committee
September 28th, 2023
HCPSS is currently seeking candidates for membership on the Policy 7000 Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Policy Advisory Committee for SY23-24.
Stacie Marvin, Mathematics Specialist, Begins Year-Long Fellowship on Capitol Hill
September 26th, 2023
Lake Elkhorn Middle School (LEMS) mathematics specialist Stacie Marvin is one of 16 K–12 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teachers from across the United States to be named as a 2023–2024 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow (AEF). The AEF Program provides a unique opportunity for accomplished K-12 educators in STEM fields to serve in the national education arena.
HCPSS Student Transportation Update, Sept. 24, 2023
September 24th, 2023
This message provides several updates and reminders related to HCPSS student transportation.
2023 Bright Minds Grants Support Innovative Classroom Projects
September 22nd, 2023
Twenty-three Howard County Public School System educators have been awarded grants by the Bright Minds Foundation, the school system’s education foundation. The grants, totaling more than $25,000, will be used to fund innovative instructional projects during the 2023-2024 school year.
Superintendent Transportation Update, Sept. 20, 2023
September 20th, 2023
The following is adapted from a message sent by HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023
Transportation & Start Times Update, Sept. 19, 2023
September 19th, 2023
Tomorrow, the start and dismissal times will be changing for your school to better support the on-time arrival of school buses across our county.