Free RTA Bus Rides For HCPSS Students Offered Again This Year

Once again, Howard County Public School System students can ride RTA for free this year.

First Day Of School 2022: See Photos From Howard County

As students head back to school in Howard County, we want to see your photos.

Voting Rights Of Student Member On HoCo Education Board Upheld

The voting rights of the student member sitting on Howard County's board of education have been upheld in court following a lawsuit.

March To The Future Online Series Offered To HCPSS Families

Be sure to sign up for the March to the Future online series to help HCPSS students map out their post-high school plans.

Hiring Fair Aug. 13 At HCPSS Aims To Fill Several Vacant Positions

The Howard County Public School System will be hosting a hiring fair Aug. 13 and Aug. 27 to help fill several vacant positions.

Volunteers Needed To Serve On HCPSS Committees

The Howard County Public School System seeks volunteers to serve on its policy advisory committees.

Back To School: HCPSS 2022-23 School Calendar

Parents in Howard County can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Meal Pick-up Guidelines Changed For Rest Of Summer From HCPSS

The guidelines for free summer meal pick-up from HCPSS have changed.

Enhanced Pre-Kindergarten Program To Be Offered This Fall By HCPSS

An enhanced pre-kindergarten program will be offered starting this fall by the Howard County Public School System.

18 HCPSS Educators Receive Bright Minds Foundation Grants

The Bright Minds Foundation has awarded $25K in grants to 18 Howard County Public School System educators.

Policy Advisory Committee Members Needed To Serve HCPSS

The Howard County Public School System needs volunteers to serve on several policy advisory committees. The deadline to apply is July 8.

19 Howard Co. Library System’s Project Literacy Graduates Celebrated

Howard County Library System’s Project Literacy graduates were celebrated recently.

Project SEARCH Helps HCPSS Students With Disabilities

Howard County officials have extended Project SEARCH for three more years. The internship program helps HCPSS students with disabilities.

Pride Week June 6-12 Hosted By HCPSS Offers Movie Night, Hike, Reading

The Howard County Public School System will celebrate Pride Week June 6-12 with a variety of activities open to the community.

National Spelling Bee Spotlights Young Talent Including HoCo Student

Good luck this week to Christian Cherian, a Howard County 5th grader who competes in the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

18 HCPSS Students Earn College Degrees Before Graduating High School

Eighteen graduating seniors have earned their college degrees before they ever graduated from HCPSS.

Another Round Of National Merit Scholars From Ellicott City Named

Another round of National Merit Scholars from Ellicott City and Marriotsville have been named.

Free Summer Lunches For Howard County Kids June 27-Aug. 12

Howard County youth age 18 and younger can participate in the HCPSS's free summer meal program that will run June 27-Aug. 12.

New Student Member Of The Board Of Education Elected For Howard Co.

A Wilde Lake sophomore has been elected the new Student Member of the Board of Education for Howard County.

Apprenticeship Maryland Academy Information Session Thursday

HCPSS juniors and their parents/guardians are invited to attend an information session Thursday about Apprenticeship Maryland Academy.

Student Attacked At School, Family Upset At Administration's Response

A Howard County family is speaking out after a high schooler was attacked in class. They say the school did nothing in response.

7 National Merit Scholars From Howard County Named In 1st Round

Corporate-sponsored awards went to students who plan to complete an undergraduate program at the awarding college or university.

1 HCPSS Building Newly Certified As Maryland Green School

The Howard County Public School System has a total of 50 schools participating in the Maryland Green Schools program.

HCPSS Graduation Ceremonies Planned For Class Of 2022

The Howard County Public School System will hold graduation ceremonies in-person at Merriweather Post Pavilion May 26-June 3.

Principal, Teachers Of The Year Selected By HCPSS

The Howard County Public School System has selected its principal and teachers of the year who will be honored at an education board meeting

Presidential Awards For Excellence Finalist Hails From HCPSS

A math interventionist with HCPSS has been named a finalist in the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching.

COVID-19 Testing No Longer Needed For HCPSS Students, Staff

HCPSS students, staff, visitors and volunteers no longer must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination; staff and students don't need to test.

College And Career Opportunities Webinar Set For HCPSS Students

A March 29 webinar designed for HCPSS 8th through 12th graders will help students learn more about college and career opportunities.

Howard County History Day Projects Advance To State Contest

Howard Co. students in 6th through 12th grades competed in the 18th annual History Day competition with some advancing to the state level.

Friends Of Education Award To Be Handed Out At April 7 Meeting

The Friends of Education Award will be given to the latest recipient at the April 7 Howard County Board of Education meeting.

Virtual Mental Health Panel For HCPSS Students Planned

Register now for a virtual mental health panel for HCPSS high school and middle school students planned for March 23 at 7 p.m.

Teen Musician From Maryland Wins U.S. Army Blues Solo Competition

A teen musician from Howard County has won the high school division of the 2022 U.S. Army Blues Solo Competition and will perform live.

Redistricting Process Begins For HCPSS 13th School Opening In '23

A series of workshops open to the public will gather input about new school boundaries for HCPSS 13th high school to open in 2023.

$139.3M Increase In School Budget Passes HoCo Education Board

The Howard County education board has adopted its operating and capital budget requests that call for a $139.3M increase from last year.

May 2 Holiday Added To HCPSS School Calendar

HCPSS students will not have school May 2 in recognition of the Eid al-Fitr holiday, the county board of education decided Thursday.

Minimum Wage Increased For Hourly HCPSS Employees

Hourly Howard County Public School System staff will see a minimum wage increase to $14 per hour.

School Counselor, Psychologist With HCPSS Win Top Honor

A school counselor and psychologist with the Howard County Public School System have both earned top honors in their field.

Parents Plan To Rally Against Face Masks At School Board Meeting

A group of parents plan to rally against the face mask mandate still in place at the Howard County Public School System.

HoCo Community Advisory Council Seeks Volunteers

The Howard County board of education's community advisory council is looking for volunteers. Express interest in serving by Feb. 18.

Masks Still Required In HCPSS Buildings, On Buses In HoCo

Masks must still be worn inside HCPSS buildings and on buses even though the countywide mask mandate has been lifted for indoor facilities.