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4/28/2022 Message from the Superintendent – Incident at Long Reach High School

The following statement was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on April 28, 2022

Howard County Board of Education Renews Contract for Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Martirano

At its Feb. 10, 2022, meeting, the Howard County Board of Education voted to renew the contract of Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Martirano through the 2025-2026 school year.

Board of Education to Add Superintendent Contract to Meeting Agenda for Feb. 10, 2022

The Board of Education will announce a decision related to the Superintendent Contract during its Feb. 10, 2022, meeting.

Message from the Superintendent, Jan. 7, 2022

Change has been the single constant throughout nearly two years of living with COVID-19. Our response to this pandemic has consistently prioritized in-person education and support for our children. While virtual instruction may become unavoidable for certain classes, cohorts or schools, it is a complex decision and requires careful review and consideration.

Message from the Superintendent: Prioritizing In-Person Learning

The following statement was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano on Dec. 22, 2021

Dec. 17, 2021, Update: Decisions Related to School System Activities

The following statement was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on Dec. 17, 2021

A Message From the Superintendent: We’ve Made It This Far

The following statement was issued to Howard County Public School System staff, students, families and community by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on Dec. 10, 2021

Recent Incidents at HCPSS Sporting Events

The following statement was issued to Howard County Public School System staff, students, families and community by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on October 13, 2021 regarding recent incidents at HCPSS sporting events.

Update from the Superintendent: Graduations, Athletics Attendance and Outdoor Mask Requirements, May 14, 2021

On Wednesday of this week, Governor Larry Hogan announced new state orders, effective this Saturday, May 15, 2021, which ease outdoor masking requirements and expand allowable attendance at outdoor venues.

Statement by the Superintendent on Plan for Fall Return, April 27, 2021

The following statement was issued by HCPSS Superintendent Michael Martirano on April 27, 2021 regarding planning for the 2021-2022 school year.