HCPSS HCPSS Homepage Essential Applications and Information HCPSS Status See today’s operating status, and related information School System Calendar View academic calendar information, school closings and holidays Budget Gain information about the HCPSS capital and operating budgets Careers Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students Special Education Find information related to special education programs and supports School Information Locate and contact your school, find start times, and more Enroll Enroll/register your student in Howard County public schools HCPSS Connect Get help with or connect with your student’s courses, get grades and view assignments HCPSS Help Get answers to frequently asked questions on a variety of topics Technology Read about student devices, online safety, and digital tools used in the classroom Health Services Access required forms, and get details on HCPSS health-related protocols Student Well-Being Learn how HCPSS promotes mental health and well-being, and find essential resources Report Bullying/Hate Bias Access HCPSS’ online tool, which allows users to report incidents of hate bias, bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, or intimidation Forms Complete or download forms regularly accessed or needed by HCPSS students, parents or staff Transportation Access the bus locator and view student transportation information Food & Nutrition Find information on school meals, and apply for Free and Reduced Meals Policies Review Board of Education policies that govern HCPSS procedures Student Handbook Access the Student-Parent Handbook, and the Student Code of Conduct News Highlights 2025-2026 Calendar Adjustments Following closures for inclement weather, the Howard County Board of Education approved several calendar adjustments to ensure the school system meets the State’s required number of days and hours. Find details on the HCPSS calendar updates → Class of 2026 Graduations HCPSS 2026 graduation ceremonies will be held May 28-June 3 at Merriweather Post Pavilion, with the exception of Cedar Lane to be held May 26 at that school. All ceremonies will be streamed live online. View the graduation schedule and learn more → FY27 Budget Process The Board of Education approved its requested FY27 budgets, which now will be send to the County Executive for consideration. Learn more about the budget process → Our Organization Board of Education Find details on the Howard County Board of Education and access meeting schedules Superintendent Learn about the HCPSS Superintendent, their Cabinet, and more Central Office Staff Directory Search for Central Office staff contact via name, department or phone number Have A Question? Contact Us: 410-313-6600 Human Resources: 410-313-6693 Public Information: 410-313-6682 More contact information →