HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Welcomes New Educators to Howard County
August 17th, 2023
This week, the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) hosted its annual New Educator Orientation from Monday, Aug. 14 to Wednesday, Aug. 16, welcoming new educators into its schools for the 2023-2024 school year. The new educators in attendance included those who are recent college graduates, transferring from another school district or making a career change.
Getting Ready for 2023-2024: New and Important Information
August 16th, 2023
Throughout the month of August, we have been sharing a series of Getting Ready for 2023-2024 emails on various topics, including back-to-school basics, new and important items, and more.
New Guilford Park High School Opens
August 15th, 2023
Hundreds of Howard County students, families, staff, community members and special guests attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, to celebrate the opening of Howard County’s newest high school, Guilford Park High School (GPHS), located at 8500 Ridgely’s Run Road, Jessup, Md.
Important Transportation Reminders & Updates, Aug. 14, 2023
August 14th, 2023
As we approach the start of the 2023-2024 school year on Monday, August 28, the Howard County Public School System is providing updates for families on several transportation-related items.
Getting Ready for 2023-2024: Communications & Technology
August 9th, 2023
Throughout the next few weeks, we will share a series of Getting Ready for 2023-2024 emails on various topics, including back-to-school basics, new and important items, and more. Please see below for details on school and districtwide communications. Previous back to school messages can be found online. Additional information related to the 2023-2024 school year […]
Forty-Seven HCPSS Students Commit to Apprenticeships During Apprenticeship Maryland Signing Day
August 9th, 2023
On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 47 Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) seniors took part in the Apprenticeship Maryland Signing Day, committing to participate in the Apprenticeship Maryland Program over the next year.
Getting Ready for 2023-2024: Back to School Basics & Required Forms
August 2nd, 2023
Español | 中文 | 한국어 Many of our staff have spent the summer preparing to welcome our students, families and staff back for another exciting year. While we still have more summer to enjoy until the first day of school, we wanted to take the opportunity to say hello to our new families and welcome […]
Log in Now to Update Your Family File/Emergency Information for the 2023-2024 School Year!
August 2nd, 2023
HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information. All parents/guardians must verify and/or update information for each child each school year.
Final School Start Times, School Year Reminders, 7/20/2023
July 20th, 2023
Español | 中文 | 한국어 Final School Start Times for the 2023-2024 School Year School start times for the 2023-2024 school year are now final. Families can locate their school’s start time online. Transportation Updates Students Who Receive Bus Transportation Bus routes for the 2023-2024 school year are being finalized and will be shared with […]
HCPSS’ Heather Moraff Named 2023 Maryland Outstanding Elementary School AP of the Year
July 13th, 2023
The Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) named Heather Moraff, current principal of Hammond Elementary School, the Outstanding Elementary School Assistant Principal of the Year.