Howard County Public School System

Overview

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is a leading public school district in Howard County, Maryland, serving approximately 57,565 students across 78 schools. This includes 42 elementary schools, 20 middle schools, 13 high schools, and 3 special education centers. The district is dedicated to academic excellence and innovative programs, guided by an elected Board of Education and a superintendent focused on student achievement.

HCPSS offers comprehensive K-12 education, emphasizing foundational skills in elementary grades, core subjects in middle school, and rigorous college and career preparation in high school. The district integrates technology and 21st-century skills into its curriculum, which includes electives in arts, music, and project-based learning. Recognized for high performance in state assessments and graduation rates, HCPSS is committed to providing quality education and support services to a diverse student population.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 410-313-6600
• Website: hcpss.org
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hcpss

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Primary & secondary education
• Public education
• K-12 education
• Academic success
• Social-emotional well-being
• Inclusive environment
• Diversity
• Special education
• Community partnerships
• Student support services
• Transportation services
• School meals
• Mental health support
• Career readiness
• Digital resources
• Enrollment services
• Family engagement
• Educational equity
• High-quality education
• Diverse student populations
• Community involvement
• Academic performance
• Student-teacher ratio
• Educational programs
• Before/after school care
• Multilingual learners
• Opportunity gaps
• Student achievement
• Nurturing culture
• Educational resources
• Financial transparency
• Career academies
• Local business partnerships
• School calendar
• Student health
• Student resources
• Student support
• LEP support
• Academic programs
• Arts programs
• Athletics
• Community engagement
• School safety
• Public transparency
• Parent advocacy
• Public school system
• Government
• College readiness
• Leadership development
• Education
• Human resources
• School policies
• Elementary and secondary schools
• Budget management
• Multilingual support
• International student services
• Student well-being
• Interpreting services
• Partnership programs
• School enrollment
• Multilingual services
• Education services
• Student leadership programs
• Services
• B2C
• Education management
• Elementary schools
• Middle schools & high schools

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