HCPSSNews Stories
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 […]
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.
Guilford Park High School Ribbon Cutting and Opening Event, Aug. 12, 2023
July 12th, 2023
Howard County’s newest high school, Guilford Park High School (GPHS), located at 8500 Ridgely’s Run Road, Jessup, MD, will open its doors to the public on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023 where students, staff, and families will have an opportunity to tour the school and participate in several activities to kick off the 2023-2024 school year.
New High School and Middle School Courses Proposals Accepted Through August 11, 2023
July 6th, 2023
Each year, Howard County staff, students, families, and community members are invited to suggest new middle or high school courses. To propose a new middle or high school course for consideration, please complete this short online form no later than Friday, August 11, 2023.
Patapsco Middle School Establishes New Mentorship Program
July 5th, 2023
Patapsco Middle School has partnered with The D.R.II.P (Deconstructing habits, Reconstructing life, Investing In Play) Youth Program to offer a life skills mentorship program for students. Under the terms of the partnership, D.R.II.P will conduct a mentorship program that assists students with relationship-building, empowerment, managing emotions and career readiness.
Howard County Students Honored at 2023 National History Day Competition
June 28th, 2023
Five students representing Howard, Long Reach and River Hill high schools were recognized as finalists in their respective categories at the 2023 National History Day competition, held in June 2023.
Prepping for the 2023-2024 School Year: Start Times & Transportation Updates, June 28, 2023
June 28th, 2023
The Howard County Public School System Office of Student Transportation shared updates on transportation and start times for the 2023-2024 school year at the Board of Education meeting held on Thursday, June 22.