Friends of Education Award
The Friends of Education Award was established by the Board of Education to recognize and show appreciation to those who have made exemplary contributions to Howard County public education and to increase awareness of the importance of community involvement to the achievement of the school system’s Strategic Call to Action plan. Any Howard County resident or non-profit group, organization, association, or business located in or serving Howard County who has not already been a recipient, may be nominated for the award.
Who Does the Award Recognize?
The Friends of Education Award recognizes an individual, business, or non-profit group, organization, or association for an innovative or unique contribution that:
- Directly supports the school system’s mission of ensuring academic success and social-emotional well-being for each student in an inclusive and nurturing environment that closes opportunity gaps.
- Is significant in its scope. In the case of organizations such as PTAs, the contribution must be beyond the normal scope of activities.
Nominations
The nomination period for the 2021 Friends of Education Award will open soon. Information will be posted to this page.
2020 Award Recipients
The Nora Project
The Nora Project offers a curriculum that enhances empathy, normalizes difference, demystifies disability and supports creating an environment where everyone can feel included. First grade students at Fulton Elementary participate in The Nora Project with Cedar Lane School students.
Ms. Terri Jones
An HCPSS parent, Ms. Jones has shown exceptional dedication by supporting Homewood Center’s annual Recycled Treasure Sale, which enables Homewood students to select donated holiday gifts to give to their loved ones. Jones serves as a true champion for the event, spending countless hours acquiring donations, attracting volunteers, generating interest and more.
