HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Secondary Mathematics Coordinator Honored with National Mathematics Leadership Award
April 26th, 2021
HCPSS Coordinator of Secondary Mathematics Jonathan (Jon) Wray was recently recognized with the highest national honor for mathematics education leadership, the 2020 Ross Taylor / Glenn Gilbert National Leadership Award. As a recipient of this award, Wray is recognized for his significant contributions to mathematics education, concern for his fellow educators, self-reflection and continuous growth, and understanding of mathematics education issues.
HCPSS Schools Honored as 2021 Maryland Green Schools
April 23rd, 2021
This year, two Howard County public schools became newly certified as Maryland Green Schools, and two were named Sustainable Schools by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE). HCPSS has a total of 49 schools that participate in the Maryland Green Schools program.
Student Scientists Present Findings from Reimagined Watershed Project
April 22nd, 2021
HCPSS Superintendent Michael J. Martirano joined other county leaders and decision makers on April 21 at the seventh Annual Watershed Report Card Virtual Summit, hosted by the Howard County Conservancy. At the summit, student representatives presented their Watershed Report Card, a yearlong assessment of the watersheds that drain Howard County, all of which impact the Chesapeake Bay.
Commit to Participate in the HCPSS 2021-2022 Digital Education Center by May 5, 2021
April 21st, 2021
Parents/guardians who wish to commit to the fully online HCPSS Digital Education Center for next school year should log in to HCPSS Connect Synergy by Wednesday, May 5 at 4 p.m. Families must commit to the DEC for the full 2021-2022 school year.
2020-2021 End of Year Updates
April 21st, 2021
The end of the 2020-21 school year is rapidly approaching. Here is information on graduations, report cards, testing, and more to help you plan ahead.
A Message from the Superintendent Regarding Verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial, April 20, 2021
April 20th, 2021
The following statement was issued to Howard County Public School System staff, students, families and community by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on April 20, 2021.
The Bright Minds Foundation 2021 State of Schools Event Postponed
April 15th, 2021
The HCPSS State of the Schools, hosted by the Bright Minds Foundation and originally scheduled for May 5, 2021, has been postponed.
HCPSS Class of 2021 Graduation Dates Set, May 28-June 4, 2021
April 15th, 2021
HCPSS has announced the graduation ceremony schedule for the 2020-2021 school year. Ceremonies will be held between May 28 and June 4, 2021.
HCPSS Names 2021 Principal and Teachers of the Year
April 14th, 2021
The Howard County Public School System has announced its 2021 winners for Principal of the Year and Teachers of the Year – Principal of the Year: Denise Lancaster, Deep Run Elementary School
Teachers of the Year: Niklas Berry, Oakland Mills High School; Amy Woolf, Oakland Mills Middle School
HCPSS Digital Education Center Level-Specific Virtual Information Sessions, April 20-22, 2021
April 13th, 2021
is planning for an online school option for students in grades K-12 who wish to remain virtual for the 2021-2022 school year. Virtual information sessions specific to school level will be offered April 20-22.