HCPSSNews Stories
Planning for Vaccinations for Eligible 5-11 Year-Olds
October 19th, 2021
HCPSS is partnering with the Howard County Health Department to plan for anticipated upcoming COVID-19 vaccination opportunities for children ages 5-11.
In order to determine interest and possible numbers of vaccine doses needed locally, HCPSS is surveying families of students who may be eligible. This is for informational and planning purposes only; names/email addresses are not being collected. This is not a commitment or a guarantee of vaccination availability.
Enjoy the Arts at HCPSS, 2021-2022 Schedule
October 19th, 2021
HCPSS has announced its 2021-22 performance and gallery schedule. Community members are welcomed to attend and enjoy a wide range of visual and performing arts at HCPSS elementary, middle and high schools throughout the academic year.
Ninety-six HCPSS Students Named 2022 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
October 14th, 2021
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation recently announced that 96 HCPSS students are semifinalists in the 67th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships that will be offered next spring.
Volunteer/Observer COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements
October 13th, 2021
Effective Monday, Oct. 25, all volunteers and chaperones who interact with students, and parents/guardians who are conducting classroom observations will be required to use the PinPoint platform to show proof of full vaccination at least five school days in advance. The requirement also applies to students who volunteer or mentor at a different school during the school day, but not to students who go to the ARL or another school as part of their class schedule.
Meet Our New 2021-2022 Principals
October 13th, 2021
HCPSS welcomed six new principals at the start of the school year. Each one brings a different set of experiences to the job, but they all share a passion for serving their students, staff, and communities.
HCPSS COVID-19 Testing Program
October 12th, 2021
The staff COVID-19 testing program launched Monday, October 11. A testing schedule was developed by, which has handled COVID-19 diagnostic testing for HCPSS students and staff since April.
HCPSS Superintendent Responds to Recent TikTok Challenges
October 11th, 2021
In his remarks to the Board of Education on October 5, 2021, HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Martirano addressed student participation in challenges on the TikTok social media platform.
Board Considers the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 School Calendar Proposals
October 6th, 2021
The Howard County Board of Education is considering the proposed academic calendars for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years. Under the proposed 2022-2023 calendar, the first day of school for students would be August 29, 2022, and the last day of school for students would be June 13, 2023. Under the proposed 2023-2024 calendar, the first day of school for students would be August 28, 2023, and the last day of school for students would be June 6, 2024.
Bus Driver Hiring Fair, October 15, 2021
October 5th, 2021
HCPSS is hosting a bus driver hiring fair to help address its current bus driver shortage. Event attendees will have the opportunity to interview with HCPSS bus contractors and potentially be hired on the spot. No registration is required to attend the event.
Mt. Hebron HS Teacher Wins National Economic Educator Award
October 5th, 2021
Mt. Hebron High School economics teacher Vann Prime has won the Council for Economic Education’s (CCE’s) 2021 John Morton Excellence in the Teaching of Economics Award. This is the most prestigious national award given to economics educators.