HCPSSNews Stories
Philip Herdman, Gifted & Talented Resource Teacher, Clarksville Middle School
March 17th, 2016
Clarksville Middle School G/T Resource Teacher Philip Herdman spends most of his days running a half dozen Gifted & Talented seminars. Philip’s students say he is open, enthusiastic, and recognizes that each of them have different strengths and talents. He relishes the chance to see the students’ growth and development over their three years at […]
New HCPSS Partnership Promotes Staff Health and Well-being
March 16th, 2016
The Howard County Public School System partnered with IO Workshop | Mélong Ling to promote activities that support mindfulness, meditation and wellness for staff and the school community. The partnership was formalized with an official signing on Friday, March 18 at IO Workshop | Mélong Ling, 6315 Hillside Court, Suite D, in Columbia. Under the […]
HCPSS Serving Up New Interactive School Menu App, Fortified With More Information, Convenience and Feedback Ratings
March 11th, 2016
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has launched new online school menus through a website and mobile app by Nutrislice. The interactive menus are designed to be more convenient and informative, providing access to up-to-the-minute updated content anytime, anywhere.
Board Considers New Options for Recognizing Diversity Within the 2016–2017 Academic Calendar
March 11th, 2016
The Howard County Board of Education is considering several options for incorporating school closings on the Eid al-Adha, Diwali, and Lunar New Year Eve holidays for the 2016–2017 school year. Five options for modifying the calendar were presented during today’s Board meeting.
Discover HCPSS: World Showcase at Burleigh Manor Middle School
March 11th, 2016
Burleigh Manor Middle and Centennial Lane Elementary schools worked alongside their culturally-rich and diverse community to offer a World Showcase featuring food, dances, and experiences from around the globe.
Discover HCPSS: Student Voice Circles
March 11th, 2016
The HCPSS Office of Cultural Proficiency is teaming with students and staff to find ways to provide students with a way to make a difference on issues that affect their schools and school communities.
Kerry Woodard, Media Specialist, Harper’s Choice Middle School
March 10th, 2016
Kerry Woodard, brand new to the HCPSS this year, is bringing fresh ideas as a first year media specialist to Harper’s Choice Middle School. She is a strong believer in the mission of the Howard County School Library Media Program, which is to provide opportunities for students and staff to become effective users of ideas […]
Stevens Forest Elementary School Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
March 9th, 2016
Stevens Forest Elementary School celebrated the unveiling of its new canopy, entrance way and bike rack donated by Bicycling Advocates of Howard County at a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 11. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, HCPSS representatives signed a memorandum of understanding with Bike Maryland to promote health and fitness through a bicycle safety […]
HCPSS Hosts First Meeting of Committee for Diversity and Inclusion
March 9th, 2016
Ellicott City, Maryland—The Howard County Public School System’s new Committee for Diversity and Inclusion will hold its first meeting today, March 9, 2016, from 5–7 p.m. in the Media Center at the Applications and Research Laboratory, 10920 Clarksville Pike in Ellicott City. The committee was established to provide input on the expansion and development of […]
Black History Month Student Assembly at Wilde Lake High School
March 8th, 2016
Wilde Lake High School students held an assembly during Black History Month to celebrate the accomplishments of African-Americans and address current challenges with a very positive message.