HCPSSNews Stories
Supporting Students and Staff After the Election
November 11th, 2016
We returned to school this week following an emotional and sometimes polarizing election. The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) takes no stand on the election and will not interfere with free speech. However, we will enforce the Student Code of Conduct. This week, we took the specific measures to reinforce our core values, and support our students and staff.
HCPSS Students, Staff and Schools Recognized in October By Superintendent
November 10th, 2016
Superintendent Renee A. Foose recently recognized the following students, staff and school achievements.
Veterans Elementary School Partnership Recognizes Local Veterans
November 10th, 2016
Veterans Elementary School (VES) is partnering with the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Yingling-Ridgely Post 7472 (VFW) and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Yingling-Ridgely Post 7472 (VFW Auxiliary) to promote patriotism and respect for veterans’ military service to the country.
Roy Rosnik, Project Lead the Way Teacher, Applications and Research Laboratory
November 9th, 2016
Veteran technology education and engineering teacher Roy Rosnik is widely recognized for his teaching and leadership in the field. His many achievements, however, boil down to following a simple mission: “I want my kids, when they leave school, to make life better for people, no matter the path they choose.”
Howard County Public School System Selected as ARTsite 2016 Location
November 3rd, 2016
The Howard County Department of Education is the new home of “Manolis,” a kinetic sculpture by Baltimore artist Paul Daniel.
Teresa Norman, Hispanic Achievement Liaison, Oakland Mills Middle School
November 2nd, 2016
Teresa Norman brings together her experiences as an international parent, and her love of cultures and helping others to her Hispanic achievement liaison position at Oakland Mills Middle School.
Update: 2017-2018 Academic Calendar Planning
October 31st, 2016
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) 2017-2018 Academic Calendar Planning Committee is developing two calendar recommendations to present at the December 15, 2016 Board of Education meeting.
Responsible Use of Technology and Social Media for an Inclusive CommUNITY, Nov. 14
October 26th, 2016
The public is invited to attend a free community event, Responsible Use of Technology and Social Media for an Inclusive CommUNITY on Monday, November 14 from 6-8 p.m. at the Homewood Center, 10914 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City.
Lang Wethington, Art Teacher, Wilde Lake Middle School
October 26th, 2016
Wilde Lake Middle School art teacher Lang Wethington, a Columbia native and current resident, discusses why he got into teaching art after being a graphic designer.
Stevens Forest Elementary Volunteer Honored at Governor’s Services Awards Ceremony
October 20th, 2016
Stevens Forest Elementary School Volunteer Beth Buzzio received the Individual 2016 Governor’s Service Award today during the 33rd Annual Governor’s Service Awards Ceremony was held at the Miller Senate Building in Annapolis.