Masks Required For All HCPSS Students, Staff, Visitors This Fall

Masks must be worn this fall on HCPSS buses, in buildings and, for unvaccinated individuals, are recommended to be worn outdoors.

New HCPSS School To Be Built In Turf Valley Development

Howard County officials have acquired land in the Turf Valley development for building HCPSS's 44th elementary school.

6 Howard County Students Receive National Merit Scholarships

More than 1,000 scholarship winners have been announced in the last round of National Merit scholarships, including half a dozen from HoCo.

3 HoCo Students Receive Scholarships From SECU MD Foundation

The SECU MD Foundation Scholarship Program has awarded $115,000 to students across the state, including three from Howard County.

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

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Appeal Granted In Suit Challenging HoCo Student Board Member Vote

A lawsuit seeking to limit the voting powers of the Howard County Board of Education's student member has won an appeal.

SROs Will Be Allowed Only In HCPSS High Schools This Fall

The Howard County Public School System will allow school resource officers only in high schools for the 2021-2022 school year.

Individuals Sought For HCPSS Math Academic Advisory Committee

The Howard County Public School System is seeking members to serve on the school district's mathematics academic advisory committee.

HoCo Students' Exhibit Chosen For National Museum Showcase

Anna Chalupa and Gitanjali Raghava of HoCo will have their work displayed in the National Museum of American History Exhibit Showcase.

HCPSS Team Places 2nd In National You Be The Chemist Challenge

Ten thousand students from 266 schools spanning 42 states, including Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, as well as Canada, participated.

Reserve HCPSS Buildings By June 30 For Use This Fall

In order to use any HCPSS elementary or middle school building or property this fall, a request must be submitted before June 30.

Free Summer Meals Offered To HoCo Youth Starting June 15

Free meals will be provided to students participating in HCPSS summer programs at the 33 program locations along with grab-and-go meals.

Individuals Sought To Help HCPSS Create Its Academic Calendars

Members of this committee attend up to 6 meetings to discuss and make recommendations regarding the HCPSS academic school calendar.

Individuals Sought To Serve On HCPSS Policy Advisory Committees

The Howard County Public School System seeks members to serve on its policy advisory committees. The deadline to apply is June 24.

HoCo Students Place 2nd In National Personal Finance Challenge

A team of four Howard County Public School System students placed 2nd in The National Personal Finance Challenge held virtually this year.

Prestigious Award Given To Glenelg High School Robotics Team

FIRST Chesapeake, an international robotics community, has award the Glenelg High School robotics team with the "chairman's award."

National Merit Scholarships Awarded To Howard County Students

Half a dozen Howard County high schoolers have received a National Merit Scholarship from a university in this latest round of funding.

HCPSS FY22 Operating Budget Increased $23.9M From FY21

The approved FY22 operating budget for the Howard County Public School System totals $942.6 million and the capital budget is $90.4 million.

Top Honors In National Economics Challenge Goes To HoCo HS

A student team from Mount Hebron High School outscored other student teams from across the United States to a national economics challenge.

No Meals For Youth On Memorial Day Through HCPSS

Because the Howard County Public School System will be closed Memorial Day, no free meals will be provided to youth in the county.

Howard High School Student Leader Elected SMOB

Peter Banyas, an incoming senior at Howard High School, has been elected as the student member of the board of education for Howard County.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Ellicott City Patch.

Howard County Students Named National Merit Scholars

A group of scholars was selected from among the students who advanced to the finalist level in the National Merit Scholarship competition.

College Financial Aid Applications In Ellicott City Area: Compare To MD

See how college aid applications changed for Ellicott City area high schools.

School Resource Officers Might Be Removed From Some HoCo Schools

Officers may need to "soften" their appearance when in Howard Co. high schools, undergo extra training and stay out of disciplinary issues.

Graduation Ceremony Dates Unveiled For HCPSS Seniors

At this point, each graduating senior's family will be given two tickets for lawn seating.

HoCo Pays $10M Toward HCPSS Health And Dental Fund Deficit

As of June 30, 2019, the HCPSS health and dental fund held a deficit of $39.2 million.

Second Virtual HoCo Rainbow Conference Planned For May 15

Registration is now open for the event offered through the Howard County Public School System.

Measures Taken To Increase Bandwidth For HCPSS Students

The tech improvements will allow for the continued use of Google Meet video tools to provide instruction to both in-person and virtual kids.

Kiwanis Club Of Ellicott City Named HCPSS Friends Of Education

The organization will receive the district's prestigious Friends of Education Award during the April 15 board meeting.

HCPSS Officials Envision What School Would Look Like This Fall

The district has 24,000 COVID-19 tests on hand and intends to return to the classroom for five days per week of in-person learning.

HCPSS Class Of 2021 Will Celebrate Graduation: Official

The school will give each family two tickets to attend graduation. Student performers or other presenters will be able to perform in-person.

Coronavirus Derails Prom Plans: HCPSS Officials

Howard County Public School System officials shared the fate of the 2021 prom at Thursday night's school board meeting.

Howard County Student Board Member Has Voting Rights Judge Rules

Howard County Public Schools parents sued the county board of education, claiming the student board member can't vote. A judge disagreed.

The Kindness Pantry To Provide School Supplies To HCPSS Teachers

The Kindness Pantry will coordinate the collection and distribution of school supplies by establishing online wish lists.

In Ellicott City Area, Share Of College Grads Increases

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Howard County.

In-Person Graduation A Possibility For HCPSS Seniors

With the easing of restrictions on gatherings in Maryland, in-person graduation ceremonies are being planned for HCPSS spring graduates.

30 HCPSS Students Recognized As 2021 Carson Scholars

Twelve HCPSS students were named first-time Carson Scholars and 18 students were acknowledged as Recognized Carson Scholars.

90 Percent Of HCPSS Educators Vaccinated

Howard County Public School System anticipates an additional 300 doses to be provided for those waiting for a vaccination.

Fine Arts Coordinator At HCPSS Receives National Award

The award is the highest national honor in the country for arts education leadership.