HCPSS MS Educator Named 2024 National Distinguished Principal​

An HCPSS middle school principal has been honored as a 2024 National Distinguished Principal​.

Student's Arrest In Murder Case Helps Form HCPSS Safety Advisory Group

The arrest of an armed HCPSS transfer student in a murder investigation has prompted the superintendent to form a safety advisory group.

Plot Twist Horse Farm Partners With HCPSS LGBTQIA+ Students

Plot Twist Horse Farm has teamed up with HCPSS to support LGBTQIA+ initiatives and offer internships to special education students.

HCPSS Teacher 1 Of 7 Finalists For Maryland Teacher Of The Year

A social studies teacher at River Hill High School is one of seven finalists for the 2024-2025 Maryland Teacher Of The Year award.

Parents, Students Urged To Report Threats Of Violence Toward Schools

Parents and students are being asked by HCPSS leaders to immediately report all threats of violence toward schools to officials.

10 MD Schools Earn Prestigious Federal Blue Ribbon Award

Of the thousands of schools in the U.S., only 356 were awarded a Blue Ribbon, including ten in Maryland.

$57K In Scholarships Awarded To 32 Howard County Students

The Community Foundation of Howard County has awarded $57,000 in scholarships to 32 students.

Student Cell Phone Use In Schools Reexamined By HCPSS Leaders

Parents and guardians are asked to fill out an online survey about student use of personal tech devices in the classroom.

H.A.S.T.E. Initiative Underway To Help Safeguard Students

Howard County Police has launched the H.A.S.T.E. initiative to help safeguard students the next 3 weeks now that school has started.

Stop The Bleed Kits To Go In Every HCPSS Building Following Staff Training

HCPSS staff and educators have been trained to use Stop the Bleed kits, which now will be installed in every HCPSS building.

HoCoPoLitSo Announces Selection of Bauder Writer-in-Residence

Nigerian American Author Tope Folarin Will Visit 13 High Schools, the Homewood Center and Howard Community College During 2024-2025 Term

Past Transportation Issues Shouldn't Plague New HCPSS School Year

HCPSS officials say that last year's transportation issues shouldn't affect the new school year thanks to changes they've made.

Howard County Public Schools Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

Patch has some of the important 2024-25 school year dates to get on the calendar now before the kids head back to the classroom.

5 Dunkin’ Regional Scholarship Winners Hail From Howard County

Dunkin’ and its franchisees in the DMV area awarded each of these recipients with a $2,500 scholarship to pursue an undergraduate degree.

Residences at Vantage Point Presents Cash Prizes to Young Innovators

Glenelg High School Teams Take First and Second Place Awards, Mt. Hebron High School and Centennial High School Students also honored

Volunteers Needed To Serve On HCPSS Mathematics Advisory Committee

Volunteers interested in serving on the HCPSS Mathematics Advisory Committee should complete an interest survey by Aug. 2.

Howard County Student Named A 2024 National Merit Scholar

A student at River Hill High School in Clarksville has been named a 2024 National Merit Scholar. She earned a scholarship from the UMD.

HCPSS Honors English For Speakers Of Other Languages Teachers

HCPSS has named its first ever English for Speakers of Other Languages Teachers and Administrator of the Year.

New Composting System At HCPSS Buildings Helps Reduce Waste

A new composting system spearheaded by HCPSS students has been implemented at several school buildings to help reduce waste.

HCPSS Seeks Volunteers For World Language Advisory Committee

Volunteers are needed to serve on the HCPSS world language advisory committee. The deadline to apply is Aug. 16.

Adjusted Start Times Announced For HCPSS Elementary, MS Students

HCPSS officials have announced there will be adjusted start times for numerous elementary and middle schools.

Oakland Mills High School Partners With Fidelity Direct Mortgage

Oakland Mills High School has partnered with Fidelity Direct Mortgage identify internship opportunities for students.

Howard County Educator Named Teacher Of The Year By The Goddard School

A Howard County educator has been named Teacher of the Year by The Goddard School.

500 HCPSS Students Compete In STEM Challenges

Around 500 HCPSS students competed in a virtual HCPSS Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Day Competition.

Ellicott City Students Win $2,500 National Merit Scholarships

Several students from Ellicott City and across Howard County have won $2,500 National Merit Scholarships for 2024.

Star Student: Jenny Excels In Volunteering, Acting In Ellicott City

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Howard Co.

Star Student: Sanah Excels In Academics, Volunteering In Clarksville

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Howard Co.

Maryland School Psychologist Of The Year Hails From HCPSS

The 2024 Maryland School Psychologist of the Year happens to be from the Howard County Public School System.

7 HoCo Students In 1st Round Of '24 National Merit Scholarship Winners

Seven students from across Howard County are among the winners in the first round of 2024 National Merit Scholarships.

3 Ellicott City Public High Schools Make U.S. News 2024 ‘Best’ Ranking

Among the 210 ranked schools in Maryland in the 2024 Best High Schools list released by U.S. News, 16 are in the top 5 percent nationally.

1st Place Winner In MD Arbor Day Poster Contest From Howard County

The 1st place winner in the 2024 Maryland Fifth Grade Arbor Day poster contest attends school in Howard County, which will receive 15 trees.

Volunteers Needed To Serve On HCPSS Policy Advisory Committees

Volunteers are needed to serve on Howard County Public School System's policy advisory committees. Apply by April 26.

Glenwood MS Leader Named Maryland's National Distinguished Principal

Glenwood Middle School Principal Melissa Shindel has been named Maryland’s National Distinguished Principal by the MAESP.

HCPSS Teacher Advances To National Level In Presidential Award

A middle school math teacher has been named 1 of 6 state finalists for the Presidential Awards in Mathematics and Science Teaching​.

9 HCPSS Pre-Kindergarten Programs Achieve State Accreditation

Nine pre-kindergarten programs with the Howard County Public School System have attained state accreditation.

Last Day Of School For HCPSS Students Announced By School Officials

The last day of school for HCPSS students has been announced by school officials. The last day for all high school seniors​ will be May 22.

Graduation Ceremony Schedules Released For HCPSS Class Of 2024

The graduation ceremony schedules for the HCPSS class of 2024 has been released by school leaders. Ceremony's also can be seen online.

Food Pantry Fills Void, Helps Special Students Learn Real-Life Skills

A food pantry at Atholton High School has helped to fill a void in Howard County while offering job training to special students.

High School Innovation Contest Application Deadline is Monday, April 1

Residences at Vantage Points is offering cash prizes to student winners in Big Idea Competition to address critical issues in society

Residences at Vantage Point is Sponsoring an Innovation Contest

Cash prizes will be presented selected students for award-winning Big Idea. Competition application deadline has been extended to April 1.