HCPSS 2025-2026 School Year
This page will be continually updated as new information becomes available.
First Day of School
The 2025-2026 school year begins for students on the following:
- Monday, Aug. 25: First day for K-12 students
- Thursday, Aug. 28: First day for pre-K/RECC students
Student Schedules
Students and parents/guardians can now log in to HCPSS Connect Synergy to view courses, teachers and schedules.
Transportation
Students/families may find their bus stop location and pickup/drop-off times in HCPSS Connect Synergy or by using the online bus locator. Full details are available online
For urgent matters, such as a late or missing bus, please call HCPSS Transportation at 410-313-6732. For other bus issues, contact your applicable bus area manager.
New Student Orientations & Back to School Nights
School orientations for new students and back to school nights for all families are scheduled by schools. Dates and times for these programs are available online and additionally are communicated by schools.
Please note! All dates/times are subject to change. Please check with your child’s school prior to the event to verify program details.
→ Find your Back to School Night and New Student Orientation →
Families also can view, download, and/or print this flyer with a summary of important information for the school year: English | Español | 中文 | 한국어
Related Messages
→Getting Ready for 2025-2026: Prepping for Day One
→Getting Ready for 2025-2026: Communications & Technology
→Getting Ready for 2025-2026: The Basics, Forms and More
→New Features Available in Family File – Update Your Information Today!
→Expanded Bus Transportation for the 2025-2026 School Year
→Application Windows for Student Reassignment for 2025-2026 School Year
Helpful Links for Students & Families
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