News Stories

Follow Up to Schools/Offices Closings for Jan. 21, 2025

January 21st, 2025

This message is to share information on the decision to close schools and offices Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025.

Winter Weather Preparation & Reminders

January 20th, 2025

HCPSS leadership closely monitors forecasted and actual weather temperatures, and are in regular contact with Howard County and State officials on the status of road conditions and more. Any change in operating status (delays, closures or early dismissals) will be communicated via our emergency closing procedures. When schools are open, generally, students will participate in […]

Staff Focus: Annette Bartlett, Grants Administration Manager

January 14th, 2025

HCPSS’ Grants Administration Manager Annette Bartlett oversees a portfolio of grants that provides approximately $75 million in supplemental funding for the school district per year.

HCPSS Superintendent Presents Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget

January 10th, 2025

Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) Superintendent William J. Barnes presented his proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 (FY 2026) to the Board of Education on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.

Message from the Superintendent: Follow Up to Jan. 8 School Closing

January 8th, 2025

The following was sent to the HCPSS community by HCPSS Superintendent Bill Barnes on Jan. 8, 2025: I hope you and your families are staying safe during this weather event. I wanted to share additional information regarding my decision to close schools today. It is always my intention to open schools on scheduled days and […]

Friends of Education Award Nomination Period Open Through Feb. 19, 2025

January 2nd, 2025

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Friends of Education Award. The 2025 nomination deadline is February 19, 2025.

Staff Focus: Grace Dellinger, Career Readiness Advisor

December 4th, 2024

Grace Dellinger (left) helps a student explore careers in construction using a virtual reality headset. Every day is different for Grace Dellinger, who works at Oakland Mills Middle and High schools. She spends some days helping students with their college applications and lining up community members to speak to students about their careers; and other […]