HCPSSNews Stories
2019 Bright Minds Grants Support Innovative Classroom Projects
September 20th, 2019
The Bright Minds Foundation has awarded six Staff and Teacher Grants for innovative instructional projects that build 21st century skills and advance equitable education.
Online Directory Now Available in HCPSS Connect
September 17th, 2019
Parents who have completed their Family File can now access their school directory in HCPSS Connect.
BSAP Saturday Math Academy Fall 2019 Registration, September 21, 2019
September 17th, 2019
The BSAP Saturday Math Academy is open to all students in grades 3–12 in the Howard County Public School System. Fall 2019 registration opens Saturday, September 21.
Sixty-Four HCPSS Students Named 2020 National Merit Semifinalists
September 13th, 2019
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation recently announced that 64 HCPSS students are semifinalists in the 65th 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.
Thomas Viaduct Receives 2018-19 Character Education Award
September 13th, 2019
The Maryland Center for Character Education at Stevenson University (MCCE@SU) has recognized Thomas Viaduct Middle School as a 2018-19 School of the Year winner for promoting core ethical values as the basis of good character, creating a caring school community, and engaging families and community members as partners in the character-building effort.
Community Conversation: Restorative Justice, October 7, 2019
September 11th, 2019
HCPSS, the Howard County Education Association and the Restorative Justice Partnership invite students, families, staff and the public to gain a better understanding of restorative justice and how it benefits our students, schools and communities at an event October 7.
FARMs Registration Unlocks Access to a Variety of Resources
September 9th, 2019
HCPSS participates in the federally assisted Free and Reduced-price Meals (FARMs) program, which helps families save money and opens access to opportunities. Students participating in FARMs qualify for a wide range of resources and discounts, including free or reduced JumpStart dual enrollment tuition, free college applications, discounted internet through the Comcast Internet Essentials program, and more.
Six High Schools Recognized for 2019 Seat Belt Challenge Participation
September 6th, 2019
Six HCPSS high schools were recently recognized for taking part in the spring 2019 Making It Click Maryland Seat Belt Challenge, with leadership and support from their Students Against Destructive Decisions groups and School Resource Officers.
HCPSS Partners with Gilchrist to Offer Support Services for School Communities
August 26th, 2019
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with Gilchrist to provide grief and loss training for staff and to offer support for school communities affected by a crisis. The partnership was formalized with an official partnership signing on Wednesday, August 21 at the Sheraton Columbia Waterside Restaurant in Columbia, Maryland.
Superintendent Presents Boundary Review Recommendations
August 22nd, 2019
Howard County Public School System Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Martirano presented his recommendations to balance school capacity utilization, provide relief to schools most impacted by crowding, and address inequities in the distribution of students affected by poverty, during the Howard County Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, August 20, 2019.