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Aggregate Student Health Data Collection

Aggregate Student Health Data Collection ← Back to Health As part of a Data Sharing Agreement with the Howard County Health Department (HCHD), HCPSS will collect bi-annually the program evaluation data listed below, and share the data in the aggregate with HCHD for program evaluation purposes. All data will be reported in the aggregate by […]

Strategic Call to Action

Strategic Call to Action Learning and Leading with Equity Jump to: Four Overarching Commitments | Key HCPSS Descriptions | Desired Outcomes | Performance Measures “The Fierce Urgency of Now” Vision Every student and staff member embraces diversity and possesses the skills, knowledge and confidence to positively influence the larger community. Mission HCPSS ensures academic success […]

School Safety Protocols

School Safety Protocols Elementary Level Safety Protocols Morning The front doors will be accessible to students at the school’s designated time. This entrance is monitored by front office staff. The front doors will be locked as the school day begins. Before care will enter at the school’s designated time and location. After the before care […]

Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Awareness

In Howard County, the number of cases of both chlamydia and gonorrhea have nearly doubled in teens ages 15 and up in recent years. One in every two sexually-active young people will contract a sexually transmitted infection (STI) before age 25, and many are not even aware they are infected or of the significant risks to their health.

Vision and Hearing Screenings in Schools

Howard County screens children new to the Maryland school system and those in Pre-K or Kindergarten, first and eighth grades.

Parents

For Parents Advocate for Your Child Formal Concern Process When concerns arise, parents and guardians are encouraged to direct their concerns to the persons most closely involved. However, when an informal process fails to provide resolution, a parent may file a formal complaint and seek review at a higher administrative level. Report Bullying HCPSS has […]

Students

For Students Prepare for College and Beyond Jumpstart A partnership between HCPSS and Howard Community College to expand options for students to gain college credits, explore possible careers, or earn an associate degree. Career Academies Career Academy programs are designed to prepare high school students to be college and career ready and to meet the […]

Staff & Retirees

Information and programs for HCPSS staff and retirees.

For You

Resources for Parents, Students, and Staff