Long Reach, Oakland Mills Students Participate in Hip-Hop String Workshop
The students got the chance to interact with internationally touring Black Violin, a viola/violin duo that plays classical strings over produced beats.
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Choose Civility Poster Contest Winners Recognized
Each winning student created an original poster illustrating the Choose Civility theme, “We Are All Welcome Here.” Grand prize winner Joshitha Sriperambudur is a fourth grader at Hanover Hills Elementary School.
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BOE Honors Debbie Engle with 2019 Friends of Education Award
The Howard County Board of Education recognized Debbie Engle for advocating for the achievement and well-being of all HCPSS students, and for volunteering with the school system for more than 15 years.
Read moreHoward County Students Excel at 2019 Regional MESA/STEM Day Competition
First place winners will represent Howard County at the Maryland Statewide MESA competition on Saturday, May 18.
Learn moreHCEA Awarded NEA Grant to Help Build a Restorative Culture at HCPSS
The three-year, $438,720 grant will support implementation of restorative practices by providing comprehensive training to educators, community members and administrators.
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Improv Comedy Showcase
Friday, April 26, 7 p.m., Centennial High School
Enjoy a night of improvisational comedy featuring students from each HCPSS high school. Tickets are $5.
Employee Chorus Spring Concert
Friday, April 26, 7:30 p.m., River Hill High School
The public is invited to attend the HCPSS Employee Chorus Annual Spring Concert. Admission is free
Spring Concerts
May 2019, Multiple Locations
The public is invited to the Sinfonia, G/T Orchestras and Jazz Ensemble spring concerts. View the schedule.
Dyslexia Support Workgroup
Thursday, May 2, 7 p.m., Applications and Research Laboratory (ARL)
Families, students and staff are invited to the kickoff meeting for a new workgroup supporting students with dyslexia.
College Signing Day and Career Fair
Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Oakland Mills High School
Graduating seniors and their parents can participate in workshops on financial aid and navigating the first year after high school, a pep rally and more. Sponsored by the BSAP program and Howard County Branch NAACP.
Public Hearing on Policy Revisions
Thursday, May 9, 7 p.m., Department of Education
The Board will hold a public hearing on Policy 10000, Parent, Family, and Community Involvement. Learn how you can provide testimony.
Spring Transition Fair
Monday, May 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., County Diagnostic Center (Old Cedar Lane Building)
Parents of students with severe disabilities are invited to learn about transition options available to young adults planning for life after graduation
Reminders
State of Early Childhood in Howard County
This free event on Wednesday, May 1 will discuss local initiatives that support early childhood development and school readiness efforts.
Night of Honor
The 2019 Night of Honor will recognize outstanding HCPSS staff and alumni on Tuesday, May 7. Tickets are $15.