HCPSSNews Stories
Ronald Bowman, Instrumental Music Teacher, Gorman Crossing Elementary School
May 3rd, 2017
Bowman’s unwavering passion for music instruction has spread to the entire school community, where almost every student is involved in a music class – an almost unheard of participation rate.
Acting Superintendent Martirano Begins by Visiting Howard County Public Schools on his First Day
May 3rd, 2017
Dr. Michael J. Martirano started as Acting Superintendent for the Howard County Public School System today and will visit three schools on his first day with the school system.
Statement of Dr. Renee Foose and Howard County Board of Education
May 2nd, 2017
Howard County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Renee A. Foose and the Board of Education of Howard County jointly announced today Dr. Foose’s retirement from the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), effective today. The Board announced Michael J. Martirano, Ed.D. will be Acting Superintendent of Schools.
Race Pace Bicycles Partnership Promotes Safe Cycling
May 2nd, 2017
Race Pace Bicycles is partnering with Northfield Elementary School to promote bicycle safety and healthy lifestyles.
Howard County Public Schools Are Narrowing Achievement Gaps
April 27th, 2017
More Howard County public school students are entering college immediately after graduation, and achievement gaps in the areas of college enrollment and completion rates are narrowing between groups of students, according to data from the National Student Clearinghouse.
Five HCPSS Schools Ranked on U.S. News Best High Schools List
April 27th, 2017
Five Howard County high schools have been ranked among the best in Maryland and the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Marriotts Ridge and River Hill high schools are ranked among the top 10 in the state.
Howard County Multiservice Center Partnership Connects Students and Families with Support Services
April 26th, 2017
The Howard County MultiService Center, under the Department of Community Resources and Services, and the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) are partnering to help families obtain the resources they need to become self-sufficient.
Jacquie Sica, Health Teacher and Related Arts Team Leader, Burleigh Manor Middle School
April 26th, 2017
Burleigh Manor Middle School’s Jacquie Sica “provides a safe space for all students. The kids respond to her practices in the health classroom, which leads to good relationships and a general comfort level.
Howard County Schools Awarded Green School Certification, 2017
April 25th, 2017
Seven Howard County public schools have earned certification or recertification as Green Schools from the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education.
Nominations For Parent Involvement Matters Award, Through May 15
April 24th, 2017
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is seeking nominations for its 2017 Parent Involvement Matters Award (PIMA).