HCPSSNews Stories
Tobacco Awareness Program for Teens Virtual Class, May 19, 2021
May 3rd, 2021
In collaboration with the Howard County Health Department, HCPSS is offering the Tobacco Awareness Program for Teens virtually on Wednesday, May 19 from 1:30-3 p.m..
In-Person Learning Opportunities/Participation for Remainder of 2020-2021 School Year
April 30th, 2021
Now that the hybrid model is in full operation, HCPSS schools have determined that limited space remains available to allow additional students to participate in in-person learning during the current school year. Each school will continue to work toward filling all available capacity by inviting additional students to return to the school building for two or five days per week.
HCPSS Students Place in 2021 Maryland State Literacy Contest
April 30th, 2021
Three HCPSS high school students recently won top awards at the State of Maryland Literacy Association’s 2021 Contest. This honor recognizes some of the best young adult poets and storytellers in the state of Maryland.
Statement by the Superintendent on Plan for Fall Return, April 27, 2021
April 27th, 2021
The following statement was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on April 27, 2021 regarding planning for the 2021-2022 school year.
Howard County Public School Principal Named Washington Post 2021 Principal of the Year
April 26th, 2021
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is proud to recognize Deep Run Elementary School (DRES) Principal Denise Lancaster as The Washington Post’s 2021 Principal of the Year. After recently being named the HCPSS Principal of the Year, Lancaster was chosen from among 19 finalists representing school systems in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
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.