HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Works with University of Maryland to Use Science, Engineering to Improve School Transportation
January 19th, 2017
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) today announced that it is adopting a new, state-of-the-art mathematical modeling tool developed by the University of Maryland’s A. James Clark School of Engineering to make its school bus operations the most efficient and cost-effective transportation system of its kind.
HCPSS Insight: Next Generation Science Standards, Jan. 31
January 18th, 2017
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are a new set of K–12 science standards that were developed by states, for states.
Anthony Bell, Special Educator, Homewood Center
January 18th, 2017
Homewood Center Special Educator Anthony Bell describes himself as a “cycle breaker.” A Wilde Lake High School alumnus, Bell pushed himself through a winding, decades-long path from community college dropout to HCPSS custodian and now an aspiring assistant principal.
Community Welcomed to New Net Zero Wilde Lake Middle School at Open House
January 11th, 2017
Parents and community members explored the state-of-the-art learning environment at Maryland’s first net-zero school.
Joan Ogaitis, Occupational Therapy Program Head, Special Education
January 11th, 2017
Joan Ogaitis leads the HCPSS occupational therapy program with a full heart and long-term vision as she works to remove learning barriers for students, so they can succeed in the classroom and ultimately in life.
Howard County Students Finalists in Nationwide Science Talent Search
January 10th, 2017
Five Howard County high school students have been selected as national finalists in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, a prestigious science research competition for high school seniors. The talent search recognizes promising young scientists in the U.S.
HCPSS Staff and Student Recognized by Superintendent
January 10th, 2017
Superintendent Renee A. Foose recently recognized the following student, staff and school achievements.
Mary Keats, Second Grade Teacher, Bushy Park Elementary School
January 4th, 2017
Mary Keats, a Bushy Park Elementary School second grade teacher, is a veteran educator who keeps her teaching fresh with the latest instructional practices coupled with her personal flair for making learning fun.
Definition of Visual Impairment and the HCPSS Vision Program
December 22nd, 2016
The Howard County Public School System updated its eligibility procedures for identifying students under the disability category of Visual Impairment, Including Blindness.
HCPSS Earns A+ on 2016 Healthy School Food Maryland Report
December 22nd, 2016
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) received an “A+” and was the only Maryland school system to earn an “A” on the 2016 School Food Environment Grades report from Healthy School Food Maryland.