When will changes as a result of the 2023-2024 redistricting process go into effect?
Any changes in school attendance areas as a result of this redistricting process will take effect at the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Transition planning begins in December 2022, to implement the Board decision scheduled to be made in November.
What is the final decision on redistricting for the 2023-2024 school year?
On November 17, 2022, the Board of Education finalized its Attendance Area Adjustment Plan related to the redistricting process to open New High School #13. Additionally, the Board voted to exempt several student groups from the redistricting decision, allowing them the option of remaining at their current school or attending the newly assigned school.
Full details can be found online.
How long is the 2023-2024 redistricting process?
The process for redistricting for the 2023-2024 school year began in January 2022 with the Board of Education directive that HCPSS initiate the boundary review process. The process timeline is scheduled to run from March through November 2022, with Board approval. Support for students will continue through that school year until changes take effect with the 2023-2024 school year.
Where can I find details about the plan for redistricting for the 2023-2024 school year?
On January 27, 2022, the Board of Education directed that HCPSS initiate the boundary review process outlined in Policy 6010 School Attendance Areas. This review will include boundary modifications to establish an attendance area for New High School #13.
Will Advanced Placement exams be offered online in 2022?
The 2022 AP exams will be administered in schools as traditional paper-and-pencil exams over a two-week period in May. The complete schedule is available online.
Please note, as usual, AP Chinese and AP Japanese Exams are administered in school on computers.
What do I need to show as proof of a negative COVID test result?
Effective April 5, 2022, if a student or staff member exhibits COVID-like symptoms, the parent/guardian or staff may submit any of the following to show proof of a negative test and return to the building:
Where can I find more information on HCPSS academics?
The HCPSS website has a plethora of information related to academics, including instruction, career academies, 21st century learning and more. Visit www.hcpss.org/academics for more.
How can I see what books are available in a school's media center?
The HCPSS library media catalog is available online. Links to the Public Access Catalog can be found on the hcpss.me website or on the main HCPSS website.
The catalog is searchable by author or title, and by specific school or level (elementary, middle, high).