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HCPSS Homepage

  • 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

  • Redistricting for New High School #13

    Learn about the boundary review process to establish a new attendance area for the 2023-2024 school year

  • 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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  • Apply Now

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News Highlights

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2022-2023 Health & Safety

The health and safety of all students and staff is of the utmost concern. HCPSS efforts regarding health and safety measures for students, staff, families, schools and offices can be found online.

Learn more about HCPSS Health & Safety procedures →

Our Organization

  • Board of Education

    The Board provides leadership for excellence in teaching and learning by fostering a climate for deliberative change through policy and community engagement

  • Superintendent

    Dr. Michael J. Martirano considers himself a teacher first and foremost, and believes children must be at the center of all decision-making

  • Central Office Staff Directory

    Search for Central Office staff contact information via name, department or phone number

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Contact Us:
410-313-6600
Human Resources:
410-313-6693
Public Information:
410-313-6682
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“If we take care of our children and their well-being, and nurture and believe in them, academic achievement will take care of itself. We must understand our children first, because in order to teach a child well you must know a child well.”
Dr. Michael Martirano, HCPSS Superintendent