HCPSSNews Stories
Superintendent Message on Student Transportation, Aug. 9, 2024
August 9th, 2024
The following message was shared with HCPSS families by HCPSS Superintendent William J. Barnes on August 9, 2024.
Getting Ready for 2024-2025: Back to School Basics & Required Forms
August 8th, 2024
series of Getting Ready for 2024-2025 emails on various topics, including items of importance, system and school communications, technology and devices, and more.
Update Your Family File/Emergency Information Today!
August 5th, 2024
HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information. All parents/guardians must verify and/or update information for each child each school year.
Monitor Your Child’s HCPSS Chromebook Internet Access and Usage with Lightspeed
August 5th, 2024
Parents/guardians can monitor their child’s HCPSS Chromebook internet usage by signing up for Lightspeed Parent Notifications to receive a weekly email summary of their child’s usage.
JumpStart Community Nights, August 2024
July 29th, 2024
HCPSS will host three JumpStart Community Nights in August to help build community, share resources and more.
New Howard County Public Schools Superintendent Launches 90-Day Plan
July 1st, 2024
On Monday, July 1, 2024, his first official day on the job, Superintendent of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), William J. Barnes, launched a plan titled, “The First 90 Days” which details the priorities to begin the 2024-2025 school year.
HCPSS Relaunches ESOL Program as English Language Development
July 1st, 2024
Effective July 1, 2024, HCPSS will change the name of its ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program to ELD, or English Language Development, to better create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and families.
HCPSS Seeks Members for World Language Advisory Committee by Aug. 16, 2024
June 26th, 2024
HCPSS seeks new members for its World Language Advisory Committee. Interested stakeholders should complete the interest survey by August 16, 2024.
HCPSS Extends Application Deadline on Two Executive Vacancies
June 18th, 2024
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) extended the application deadline for the following positions to Friday, June 21, 2024: Chief Academic Officer Chief Equity and Innovation Officer The positions were originally posted requiring certain certifications not required for the position. While those credentials are commendable and would increase the appeal in a candidate, they […]
Wellness Workshop: Parents/Guardians/Caregivers, Monthly May 2024-June 2025
June 11th, 2024
Offered the fourth Thursday of every month from 6-7 p.m. from May 2024 – June 2025, these workshops will delve into the challenges of parenthood and offer techniques to help parents navigate those challenges. Each session will focus on a different topic.