HCPSSNews Stories
Health and Safety Updates and Reminders, Sept. 17, 2021
September 17th, 2021
Health and safety updates and reminders include information on instructional supports during quarantine, daily health checks, the HCPSS COVID-19 dashboard, in-school COVID testing, and the staff vaccination/testing program.
Winter Clothing Drives Benefit HCPSS Students
September 15th, 2021
HCPSS partners Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the MultiService Center are sponsoring winter clothing drives this fall. Donations are currently being accepted at the dates and locations below. Any family in need may pick up donated items, with no registration or proof of need required. The coat drives benefit families served by the HCPSS Pupil Personnel Services office.
Update on Installation of HEPA Filters and Outdoor Tents, Sept. 15, 2021
September 15th, 2021
HCPSS is acquiring and installing HEPA air filter units in all classrooms, and tents to increase outdoor dining spaces at all elementary schools. Vendor delivery of all tents is expected by September 24, 2021 and will be installed as soon as possible at elementary schools in order of their school capacity utilization, beginning with the most densely populated schools.
HCPSS & The Council of Elders 2021-2022 Virtual Community Academy Workshops
September 13th, 2021
The Council of Elders and the Howard County Public School System have partnered to sponsor a 2021–22 parent workshop series.
Virtual Information Session: College Application Process, Sept. 14, 2021
September 13th, 2021
Students in grades 9-12 and their parents/guardians are invited to a Sept. 14 panel of college and university admission representatives on the college application process.
Board to Meet in Closed Session, September 1, 2021
September 1st, 2021
The Howard County Board of Education will hold a Closed Meeting on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually. The Closed Meeting will begin in open session to close and the Board will not return to open session. Closed session meetings are not open to the public. Community members should email khanks@hcpss.org to observe the open session only.
HCPSS Inclement Weather Protocols and Communication Processes, 2021-2022 School Year
August 31st, 2021
For the 2021-2022 school year, HCPSS will return to pre-COVID weather protocols. These include school closings, delays and early dismissals when necessary due to severe weather, and apply to all schools and students, including those participating in the Digital Education Center.
Important HCPSS Back to School Updates, August 29, 2021
August 29th, 2021
As students, staff and families prepare for the first day of school, additional updates that families are encouraged to review are available online.
Innovative Pathways Evening School Registration, Open Through Sept. 24, 2021
August 27th, 2021
Registration for the HCPSS Innovative Pathways Evening School Program is open for parents and counselors through 5 p.m. on Friday, September 24.
HCPSS Named Among America’s 2021 Best Employers by Forbes
August 27th, 2021
Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has been named among America’s best employers by Forbes magazine. HCPSS ranked No. 7 in Maryland and No. 1 among educational institutions in the state. HCPSS was also the highest among the six school systems recognized.