HCPSSNews Stories
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.
HCPSS Students Named 2019 Carson Scholars
March 28th, 2019
Twenty-four HCPSS students in Grades 4–11, who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and humanitarianism, have been named 2019 Carson Scholars. The scholars will be recognized at a regional awards banquet on Sunday, May 5, 2019.
Bright Minds Foundation to Give Outstanding Alumni Award, Nominations Due April 5, 2019
March 28th, 2019
Open to all HCPSS alumni, the Bright Minds Foundation will recognize three former students with its first ever Work Hard Be Kind Outstanding Alumni Award. Nominations are due by Friday, April 5.
HCPSS Board of Education Honors Debbie Engle with 2019 Friends of Education Award
March 26th, 2019
The Howard County Board of Education will recognize Debbie Engle with the Friends of Education Award at a reception on Thursday, April 11 at 3:30 p.m., followed by an award presentation at the 4 p.m. Board meeting.
Supporting and Nurturing Every Student
March 22nd, 2019
Statement from Superintendent Martirano, following the March 15 terrorist attacks in New Zealand.
Guest Voices: A Passion for Protecting the Planet Leads to Healthier Schools and Budgets
March 21st, 2019
Diane Sweeney has been the Energy Management Specialist in HCPSS for 14 years, and previously served in a similar role for Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Environmental sustainability is a priority for the school system and Howard County as a whole. Here Sweeney answers some questions about HCPSS energy conservation efforts, and how they play an important role in achieving Strategic Call to Action goals for ensuring efficient operations and a safe and healthy learning environment.
Educators Rising Conference Helps Grow Future Teachers
March 18th, 2019
Approximately 100 HCPSS high school students came together for the countywide Educators Rising Conference at Marriotts Ridge High School. The students learned about the educator career path through breakout sessions, a college fair and a keynote speech by Superintendent Michael J. Martirano.