HCPSSNews Stories
HCPSS Winners of 2019 Choose Civility Poster Contest Recognized
April 12th, 2019
Each year, Choose Civility honors original art created by students that represents a specific civility theme. This year’s grand prize winner is Joshitha Sriperambudur, a fourth grader at Hanover Hills Elementary School.
HCPSS Superintendent Martirano Honored With Friend of the Farmer Award
April 12th, 2019
Howard County Public School System Superintendent Michael J. Martirano received the Friend of the Farmer award from the Howard County Farm Bureau .
Howard County Education Association Awarded NEA Grant to Help Build a Restorative Culture at HCPSS
April 12th, 2019
The National Education Association recently awarded a Great Public Schools Fund Grant to the Howard County Education Association to support implementation of restorative practices within the Howard County Public School System.
Bach to Rock Partnership Supports Music Education
April 10th, 2019
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has partnered with Bach to Rock (B2R) to provide professional development for music staff and support school events. Under the terms of the agreement, B2R will provide professional development opportunities for HCPSS music staff.
2nd Annual State of Early Childhood in Howard County, May 1, 2019
April 8th, 2019
The State of Early Childhood in Howard County, to be held May 1, is an opportunity to connect with engaged stakeholders and learn about current and new initiatives that support early childhood development and school readiness efforts.
Staff Focus: Suzanne McMurtray, ARL Liaison, Homewood Center
April 4th, 2019
McMurtray began as a computer science teacher and is now busy ensuring Homewood students in ARL and Gateway programs have what they need to succeed, providing students and families with supports and resources, cultivating a positive school environment and uplifting staff.
Night of Honor Event to Recognize HCPSS Staff and Alumni, May 7, 2019
April 3rd, 2019
In partnership with the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), the Bright Minds Foundation will host the 2019 Night of Honor to recognize outstanding HCPSS staff and alumni on Tuesday, May 7, from 6:30-9 p.m. Night of Honor will celebrate the Principal of the Year and Teachers of the Year, as well as the inaugural winners of the Work Hard Be Kind Award and the Work Hard Be Kind Outstanding Alumni Award.
Update on the 2019-2020 School Calendar
April 3rd, 2019
Recent changes in state law allow greater flexibility to local Boards in establishing school calendars. HCPSS will maintain the previously announced student start date of September 3, 2019, a decision made in fairness to students, families and staff who have already scheduled summer plans.
HCPSS Congratulates 35 2018 National Board Certified Teachers
April 1st, 2019
At the March 28, 2019 Board of Education meeting, HCPSS recognized 35 teachers who achieved certification in November 2018—21 first-time achievers and 14 who renewed their certification.
Guest Voices: The Power of cOMmunity
March 29th, 2019
Megan Chrobak, principal of Oakland Mills Middle School, has made it her mission to meet the needs of students both in and out of the classroom. She emphasizes restorative justice through reflective dialogue, compassion, understanding, and developing an environment where students feel loved and respected.