Nominations Sought For Advanced-Level Educators In Howard County

Nominate an advanced-level educator or administrator by March 4 to be recognized by the Howard County Educator Recognition Program.

HoCo Cafeteria Manager Nominated For National Award

The cafeteria manager at Folly Quarter Middle School has been nominated for a national award from the American Dairy Association North East.

Weather Decision Made By HCPSS: Jan. 28

The Howard County Public School System has canceled afternoon and evening activities at all schools.

StoryWalk Inspires HCPSS Students To Read More

A StoryWalk set up at an HCPSS elementary building has inspired students to read more.

HCPSS Student Board Member to Represent Maryland In DC

HCPSS Student Member of the Board Peter Banyas will be one of two Maryland students serving as delegate at the U.S. Senate Youth Program.

SROs, School Safety Discussed Tuesday At Public Forum In HoCo

Parents and residents will come together Tuesday night to discuss school resource officers and school safety during a public forum in HoCo.

$112.5M Expenditure Increase In HCPSS Proposed Operating Budget

The HCPSS proposed operating budget requests funding of $748.3 million with a $112.5 million expenditure increase.

Weather Decision Updated For Howard County Public School System

All Howard County public schools, along with the Digital Education Center, are now closed.

Daily Pay Rate Increase Unveiled For HCPSS Substitute Teachers

The Howard County Public School System has announced it will now offer a 25 percent daily rate increase for substitute teachers.

School Updates Prompted By COVID To Be Discussed By School Board

The Howard County Board of Education will hold a meeting Wednesday to talk about school system updates stemming from the pandemic.

2022 Friends Of Education Award Nominations Being Accepted Now

The Howard County Board of Education is accepting nominations for the 2022 Friends Of Education Award now through Feb. 7.

Howard County Public Schools Make Weather Decision For Jan. 4

The area's first big snowfall has prompted the Howard County Public School System to make a decision about classes on Tuesday, Jan. 4.

Knife Found On Student At School Prompting Brief Lockdown

A student with a knife at Howard High School prompted a building lockdown, which didn't last long.

$8M In Bonuses For Educators Earmarked By County Executive Ball

HCPSS educators will receive at least $8 million in bonuses from Howard County. Executive Ball has requested additional money from the BoE.

School Shooting Challenge On TikTok Prompts Official To Speak Out

A TikTok challenge apparently encouraging school shootings Friday has prompted Howard County Schools leaders to ask parents for their help.

Sports, Drama, Concerts Canceled At HCPSS Due To COVID Cases

All sports, drama, music concerts, field trips and extra curricular activities have been canceled through Jan. 15 for HCPSS students.

2021 College Aid: How Ellicott City Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for Ellicott City area high schools.

1K Students, Staff In Quarantine Because Of COVID: HCPSS

There are 1,148 students and 34 staff members with the Howard County Public School System in quarantine as of Nov. 16.

Financial Incentives Earmarked For New, Existing Bus Drivers

New and existing bus drivers with HCPSS will receive a financial incentive as will bus contractors hired to help fill routes.

$2M Earmarked To Support School Bus Drivers In Howard County

After bus drivers staged a sickout in Howard County, negotiations with officials have been held and $2M allocated to support the drivers.

860+ Students, Staff At HCPSS Quarantining Due To COVID-19

As of Oct. 12, 868 students and staff with HCPSS are in quarantine. The school district releases COVID-19 statistics weekly.

TikTok Challenges At Schools Prompt Warning From Superintendent

TikTok challenges encouraging students to damage school property and assault teachers prompted the HCPSS superintendent to speak out.

1,436 Students, Staff At HCPSS Quarantining Due To COVID-19

As of Oct. 8, more than 1,400 students and staff with HCPSS are in quarantine. The school district will release COVID-19 statistics weekly.

LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee Seeks Members At HCPSS

People are being sought to serve on Howard County Public School System's LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee; apply by Oct. 11 for consideration.

Free RTA Passes Can Be Picked Up In Howard County School Offices

Free RTA passes will support students who use public transportation to get to jobs and other services and destinations across the county.

Nearly 1K Students, Staff At HCPSS Quarantining Due To COVID-19

As of Sept. 28, almost 1,000 students and staff with HCPSS are in quarantine. The school district will release COVID-19 statistics weekly.

National Educator Award Given To Mount Hebron High School Teacher

An economics teacher at Mount Hebron High School has been given a national educator award.

$99.5M Capital Budget Approved For HoCo, Includes New School

The Howard County Board of Education has signed off on a $99.5M capital budget for the FY22-23, which includes a new school and an addition.

How Howard County Schools Ranked On 2022 Niche List

The data analysis company Niche looked at academics, teachers and diversity in school districts serving Maryland.

HS Football Players Kick Off School Year For Elementary Students

Mt. Hebron High School football players visited Waverly Elementary School students Sept. 8 to help ease them back into the school year.

Register Saturday For Black Student Achievement Program SMA

Register Saturday for the Black Student Achievement Program's Saturday Math Academy, which will be held virtually this year.

4,600 HEPA Filter Units To Be Installed In All HCPSS Classrooms

Every classroom in every HCPSS school building will have a HEPA filter unit installed as a way to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

HCPSS FY23 Proposed Budget Includes Costs For New High School

Among the many line items in the Howard County Public School System's proposed budget include funding for a new high school and renovations.

HCPSS Ranks High Among America’s 2021 Best Employers By Forbes

The Howard County Public School System has been ranked seventh in Maryland and first among educational institutions in the state.

$400K Grant From NOAA To Support Climate Change Curriculum

A nearly $400K grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will bring climate change curriculum to HCPSS 6th graders.

Students Should Apply Now For Student Climate Change Institute

Howard County high school sophomores can apply now through Sept. 28 for a position with the Student Climate Change Institute.

Bus Driver Shortage Means Many HoCo Routes Will Double Up: HCPSS

To accommodate a shortage in drivers, HCPSS buses will run double routes for some schools, picking up and dropping off students in groups.

Guidelines, Rules Released For Students Returning To HCPSS

Howard County Public School System Superintendent Michael J. Martirano shared the protocols to be in place for a return to school this fall.

School Supply Drive Happening Now Through Aug. 21 in HoCo

Donations are being accepted now through Aug. 21 at HoCo libraries and Columbia Village Association offices as well as online.

Mt. Hebron HS Educator Named Maryland CTE Teacher Of The Year

Michael Gorleski, who teaches career technology education at Mt. Hebron High School, has been selected as the 2021 CTE Teacher of the Year.