HCPSSNews Stories
HVAC Apprenticeship Provides HCPSS Staff with a Unique Growth Opportunity
September 19th, 2022
Through the HVAC Apprenticeship, HCPSS employees are able to apprentice with trained HCPSS HVAC technicians and complete the 8,000 hours of on-the-job training required to earn a state license.
“Then and Now” Art Show, Through Nov. 11, 2022
September 12th, 2022
Members of the public are invited to view “Then and Now,” an exhibition of retired and current HCPSS art educator works, on display at the Howard County Department of Education now through Friday, Nov. 11, 2022.
Black Student Achievement Program Saturday Math Academy Fall 2022 Program – Registration Opens Sept. 24, 2022
September 9th, 2022
This year, the BSAP Saturday Math Academy will offer an in-person enrichment program for Howard County Public School System students in all levels of math for grades 3-12 based on course availability.
Talbott Springs Community Celebrates Opening of New School
September 7th, 2022
Hundreds of students, staff, families, community members and special guests attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony last month to celebrate the opening of the new Talbott Springs Elementary School building.
Message from the Superintendent: Proposed Attendance Area Adjustment Plan
September 1st, 2022
Statement from Superintendent Martirano following the Sept. 1, 2022, presentation of his redistricting recommendation to the Board of Education to open High School #13 for the 2023-2024 school year.
Transition Fair, Oct. 12, 2022
September 1st, 2022
Students 14 years of age and older who receive special education services and their parents are encouraged to attend this event and learn about community and school resources available for youth with disabilities to prepare for adult life.
HCPSS Receives Grant to Improve Outdoor Lighting Efficiency
September 1st, 2022
HCPSS has been awarded nearly $60,000 through a new grant from the Maryland Energy Administration’s (MEA’s) Streetlight and Outdoor Lighting Efficiency (SOLE) Pilot program. The grant will be used to replace 155 exterior pole-mounted lighting fixtures with higher-efficiency LED lighting at four HCPSS schools.
HCPSS Seeks Members for Policy Advisory Committees by Sept. 12, 2022
August 31st, 2022
HCPSS invites county residents to take an active role in developing and revising school system policies as members of Policy Advisory Committees. HCPSS is currently seeking candidates for membership on the following SY22-23 Policy Advisory Committees: Policy 1060 Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, and Intimidation and Policy 8030 Graduation Requirements.
Remembering Former HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Hickey
August 31st, 2022
Statement from Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on the passing of former HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael E. Hickey
New ARTsite Sculpture on Display at Howard County Department of Education
August 30th, 2022
A new sculpture is on display outside the Howard County Department of Education building. Titled “Angular Separation,” the 250-pound sculpture was created by artist Hanna Jubran and installed on July 25 as part of the Howard County Arts Council ARTsites annual public art exhibition.