Dance Placement Auditions on are scheduled for Tuesday, January 29 to learn routines to be performed in front of judges on January 31. Please note that if weather causes activities or school to be canceled on Tuesday, the workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 30 with judging on Thursday, January 31. Please contact Ms. Spruill with any questions at 410-313-5575 or patricia_spruill@hcpss.org Read more….
Application for Student Member of the Board of Education Eligible students must be reularly enrolled as a sophomore or junior in the HCPSS and must be academically eligible. The student who is elected by HCPSS students will serve a one-year term on the Howard County Board of Education, 7/1-2019 to 6-30-2020. More information and application process is available here.
The GT Summer Institutes for Talent Development will begin registration for summer enrichment classes on February 1, 2019. Classes will begin on July 1, 2019. It is strongly encouraged that interested parents register their children early, as these offerings do fill up quickly. Complete information is available on the HCPSS website.
G/T Advisory Seeks Nominations for Educator Recognition Now through February 15, 2019, advanced-level learners and/or their families are invited to recognize a G/T Resource Teacher, content or classroom teacher, or administrator who has enriched their educational experience.
- ALL educators who have a letter of recognition submitted on their behalf will be honored at the annual GTAC Educator Recognition Event on April 2, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Reservoir High School.
- Submit the GTAC Educator Recognition Form by February 15.
- The full article is available on the HCPSS website.
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MRHS Community News
Join BOE Members for Coffee and Conversation on Saturday, January 26, from 9:30-11 a.m. at Swansfield Elementary School. The public is invited to meet informally with Board of Education members for coffee and conversation on a variety of topics.
Peer Relationships and Substance Abuse Parent Workshop Saturday, January 26 from 9-11:15 a.m. at Oakland Mills Middle School Please join The Council of Elders of the Black Community of Howard County and HCPSS in a workshop on what parents need to know about peer relationships and substance abuse. The workshop is part of The Council o Elders’ Community Academy Parent Workshop Series. Services available during the workshop include child care, limited transportation and interpreting. Please call 410-313-1598 in advance to arrange services needed. For more information, go to the ‘Community Academies’ tab at http://thecouncilofelders.org/.
Postponement “Innocence Stolen” Presentation, scheduled for January 29th at Waverly Elementary School, has been postponed. Due to the partial shutdown of the Federal Government, all such outreach events have ceased until further notice. Notification of reschedule will be shared when a new date is determined.
Public hearing on Superintendent’s Proposed FY20 Operating Budget January 29, 6:30 p.m Board of Eduation, HCPSS BOE
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Student Contests
If you enjoy writing, the WJZ Annual Black History Month Oratory Competition is a wonderful opportunity to grow creatively, showcase your skills, participate in Black History Month and win cash! DEADLINE: January 31
Film-savvy teens are invited to create films for the 15th annual HoCo Student FilmFest. ENTRY DEADLINE: April 5
Students are invited to design a poster or create a video on the contest theme, We Are All Welcome Here, for the annualChoose Civility Poster & Video Contest. DEADLINE: March 1
As part of the Women's Hall of Fame induction and to mark Women's History Month, the Commission for Women also sponsors an essay contest for Howard County students in grades 6 thru 12. The 2019 Women’s History Month essay contest theme is:"VISIONARY WOMEN: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence”. DEADLINE: January 29 @ 5:30 p.m. Visit the contest website for more information: https://www.howardcountymd.gov/CFW