HCPSSNews Stories
Med Sled Evacuation Devices Installation Complete
February 21st, 2020
HCPSS recently installed cabinets to house a Med Sled emergency evacuation device at every enclosed evacuation stairwell in all schools with multiple stories, with a total of 32 schools receiving 140 devices and cabinets. A Med Sled evacuation device helps transport individuals with mobility issues down stairs of a multi-floor building.
Restorative Justice in Education, March 23, 2020
February 20th, 2020
HCPSS, the Howard County Education Association and the Restorative Justice Partnership invite the public to attend a conversation and book signing with educator and author Kathy Evans, Monday, March 23, 2020.
Para to Teacher Pathway Program Opens Equitable Career Path for HCPSS Paraeducators
February 18th, 2020
HCPSS has partnered with Bowie State University and the Howard County Education Association to offer the Para to Teacher Pathway program, designed to address the growing shortage of qualified teacher candidates while supporting HCPSS goals for diversifying its workforce. Supported by a $750,000 grant from the Maryland State Department of Education under the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, the program will support up to 32 paraeducators over the next three years in obtaining teaching credentials.
1st Grade Art Showcase, Through April 14, 2020
February 14th, 2020
Members of the public are invited to view the 1st Grade art showcase, on display at the Howard County Department of Education through April 14, 2020
A Story Called Kindness Poster Contest, Entries Due April 1, 2020
February 14th, 2020
All HCPSS students in grades Kâ12 are encouraged to enter the A Story Called Kindness poster contest, with entries due April 1.
HCPSS Recognizes Seven Art Educators at February 13, 2020 Board Meeting
February 14th, 2020
Fine Arts Coordinator Gino Molfino and six HCPSS art teachers were celebrated at the February 13 Board of Education meeting for recent recognitions.
Board of Education Adopts Requested FY 2021 Operating and Capital Budget, and FY 2022â26 Capital Improvement Program
February 13th, 2020
The Howard County Board of Education on February 13, 2020, adopted its Operating and Capital Budget Requests for the 2020â2021 school year (Fiscal Year 2021), and Capital Improvement Program for FY 2022â26. The budget requests will be submitted to the Howard County Executive in early March.
Staff Focus: Sarah Mayhew, ESOL Teacher, Well-Being Representative, Oakland Mills Middle School
February 10th, 2020
ESOL Teacher Sarah Mayhew supports 38 English language learners at Oakland Mills Middle School, where she also helps staff to improve their well-being.
New HCPSS All-County Dance Ensemble Makes Its Debut
February 3rd, 2020
For the first time in more than 30 years, HCPSS has brought together dancers from across high schools to form an all-county dance ensemble.
Message From the Superintendent: Coronavirus Update
February 3rd, 2020
A message from Superintendent Martirano provides the HCPSS community with an update regarding the school system’s efforts to ensure the health and safety of its students and staff.