HCPSSNews Stories
Important Message from the Superintendent and Board Chair – January 28, 2023
January 28th, 2023
We would like to take a moment to address the events in Memphis, Tennessee that led to the death of Tyre Nichols, who died three days after an encounter with five police officers. We felt moved to send this message because of our unwavering beliefs of extending humanity towards others in all situations. It is […]
Howard Community College Student Theatre Presents “Miss Electricity” to HCPSS Elementary Schools
January 26th, 2023
Howard Community College’s (HCC) Student Theatre partnered with Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) to present children’s theatre production “Miss Electricity” at select elementary schools. In the production, ten-year-old Violet is determined to show the world how special she is, and becomes accidentally extraordinary when she’s struck by lightning – twice – and gains control over all things electric.
HCPSS Superintendent Presents 2023-2024 Operating Budget Proposal
January 24th, 2023
Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Martirano presented his proposed operating budget for the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) fiscal year 2023–2024 (FY 2024) during a presentation to the Board of Education on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
2023 Summer Programs In-Person Registration Support
January 20th, 2023
HCPSS staff will provide in-person assistance for current HCPSS families who need help submitting their Synergy online enrollment requests for the registration-based summer programs.
Howard County Dance Festival, Jan. 28, 2023
January 17th, 2023
Howard County Public School System will host the 2023 Howard County Dance Festival on Saturday, Jan. 28 at 3 p.m. at Atholton High School. The event will feature performances by all 12 HCPSS high school dance companies and the 2022-2023 All-County Dance Performance Ensemble.
2023 Summer Programs Registration to Open Feb. 1, 2023
January 13th, 2023
Online enrollment requests for currently enrolled HCPSS students will open Wednesday, February 1 at 6 p.m. Enrollment requests can be made by a parent, guardian, school counselor or school achievement liaison. Enrollment requests are made via HCPSS Connect Synergy.
G/T Advisory Seeks Nominations for Educator Recognition, Due March 3, 2023
January 12th, 2023
Now through March 3, families and students have the opportunity to recognize a G/T Resource Teacher, content or classroom teacher, or administrator who has enriched the educational experience of advanced-level learners. ALL educators for whom submissions are received will be recognized.
Discover HCPSS’ Newest Middle School Electives: Theatre and Dance
January 9th, 2023
Over the past couple of years, HCPSS has launched a quarter-long theatre elective for sixth grade students; full-year theatre electives for seventh and eighth grade students; and a year-long dance elective. Next fall, HCPSS will add yet another year-long dance elective, enabling students who took the first dance elective to advance to a higher level and position themselves to take Dance II in high school.
2023 Summer Programs Preview Available Online
January 6th, 2023
Parents/guardians and students can now view/download the 2023 Summer Programs Preview, which includes descriptions of HCPSS’ four summer programs and enrollment information. Online enrollment requests for current HCPSS students will open Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023 at 6 p.m.
Oakland Mills HS Food Pantry Brings School and Community Together to Help Local Families
January 4th, 2023
Once a month, community members’ cars line the Oakland Mills High School (OMHS) parking lot to attend the school’s food pantry. Established in 2017 in response to an OMHS student’s independent research project, it has since evolved into a large-scale, year-round operation, bringing together the Howard County Food Bank, Wegmans, as well as various OMHS student groups and staff to collect and distribute non-perishable food items, produce, diapers and wipes to families in need.