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  • HCPSS Status

    See today’s operating status, and related information

  • School System Calendar

    View academic calendar information, school closings and holidays

  • HCPSS Help

    Get answers to questions on the school year, technology/internet access, and other topics

  • HCPSS Connect

    Get help with or connect with your student’s courses, get grades and view assignments

  • Technology

    Read about student devices, online safety, and digital tools used in the classroom

  • Budget

    Gain information about the HCPSS operating budget process, including a schedule and related documents

  • Student Well-Being

    Learn how HCPSS promotes mental health and well-being, and find essential resources

  • Report Bullying

    Access HCPSS’ bullying reporting tool, which allows students, parents and staff to easily and confidentially report incidents

  • Forms

    Complete or download forms regularly accessed or needed by HCPSS students, parents or staff

  • School Information

    Locate and contact your school, identify bus stop and times, and get attendance area details

  • Enroll

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News Highlights

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Student Enrollment/Registration Open!

Students who are new to Howard County schools must be registered by a parent/guardian. Families that have moved this summer should begin the transfer process as soon as possible.

Learn more and enroll your child →

Graphic of chalkboard reading Welcome Back! 2024-2025 school year

Getting Ready for School

School begins for K-12 students Aug. 26, and for Pre-K/RECC students Aug. 29. Information related to the 2024-2025 school year can be found online, and will be continually updated as new details become available.

Learn more about the school year →

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Maryland’s Blueprint for the Future

The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future was passed by the Maryland General Assembly in 2021 to transform public education in the state into a world-class education system. HCPSS staff are extensively working to meet these goals in a manner that is programmatically appropriate and fiscally responsible.

Learn more about HCPSS’ implementation of the Blueprint →

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