Student reassignment requests are processed in the order they are received. Multiple steps are taken before a determination is made; therefore, it takes several weeks to process each request. A determination will be issued within 45 school (business) days from the date the student reassignment request and supporting documentation are received.

A unique hardship is an extraordinary and unusual circumstance that can be verified through documentation. The hardship is one that isn’t common to a large number of people. 

There are many reasons that do not qualify as unique family hardships. Please review this list of reasons reassignment is typically not granted. 

For current Howard County residents moving within the county: Transportation will not be provided by HCPSS, so parents/guardians must provide transportation unless transportation is included in their child’s IEP or 504 plan.

For nonresidents moving into Howard County: Parents/guardians must provide transportation for their child to and from school.

Dropping your child off at a bus stop or sending your child home on a bus is not permitted.

If you were approved for reassignment under BBL and are not in your new home within 90 calendar days, you can request one extension. If granted, it will be a 90 calendar day extension. Beyond that, no other extensions will be granted. Please contact the Office of Pupil Personnel Services if you are not in your home within the original 90 calendar day window or the extension window.

For residents: Transportation will not be provided by HCPSS, so parents/guardians must provide transportation unless transportation is included in their child’s IEP or 504 plan.

For nonresidents: Parents/guardians must provide transportation for their child to and from school.

Dropping your child off at a bus stop or sending your child home on a bus is not permitted.

Yes, every student has the option to complete the current school year at the school in which they are enrolled as long as they moved after the start of the school year. If a family moves out of Howard County, they have the same option, but tuition will be assessed. 

You can email residency@hcpss.org or call 410-313-6997.