HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Hiring Fair, November 4, 2021
October 21st, 2021
HCPSS is hosting a hiring fair to address current staff shortages in multiple areas. The event is open to individuals who are interested in the following areas of employment: Bus driver, Food and Nutrition Services, Lunch and Recess Monitor, Paraeducator, and Student Assistant No registration is needed to attend the event.
March to the Future Virtual Post-High School Planning Series, 2021-2022
October 20th, 2021
The HCPSS Department of of Program Innovation and Student Well-Being’s School Counseling office is offering a series of virtual information sessions and workshops geared toward high school students, as they begin to plan for life after graduation.
ABLE Accounts: A Financial Planning Tool for People with Disabilities and their Families, Nov. 17, 2021
October 19th, 2021
Families of individuals with disabilities are invited to participate in an online workshop about the benefits of ABLE accounts and how they can be used to promote personal choice, independence and financial stability. Kelly Nelson from Maryland ABLE will share an overview of how ABLE accounts can help people with disabilities and their families to save and invest for the future without jeopardizing federal, state, and local benefits such as SSI and Medicaid.
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.