Are after prom events held on school property considered school-sponsored events?
No. Permission slips, letters, notices, announcements, publicity, etc. must include statements indicating that the event is not school-sponsored.
Who is responsible for security, supplies and coordinating contracts for after-prom events?
HCPSS does not provide supervision or security personnel for after-prom events. The sponsoring organization is responsible for enforcement of guidelines, public laws, etc.
Sponsoring organization officials additionally are responsible for signing all contracts for facilities, supplies, services, etc.
What costs are involved with using schools for after-prom events?
In acknowledgement of the important role that after-prom activities play in providing a safe and substance-free environment for students, HCPSS will waive all building usage, HVAC, and custodial fees for after-prom events held at the school.
Can after-prom events be booked on school property?
Yes, after-prom events may be booked using the Online Use of Facilities Request.
Please note that Howard County Board of Education Policy 10020 Use of School Facilities must be followed for all events on school grounds.
Additionally, compliance with the Howard County Fire Code is required during all events.
Where can I find information on the use of school facilities?
The Use of School Facilities Office provides for the equitable and prudent use of public school facilities by community groups and agencies. The office serves as a liaison between the HCPSS and all groups requesting the use of HCPSS facilities. In addition, the Use of School Facilities Office facilitates the leasing, operation and management of discontinued schools and surplus space.
Details on how to request the use of a facility and additional information can be found online.
When are fall 2021 parent-teacher conferences?
Conferences will be held Monday, Nov. 22-Wednesday, Nov. 24. Conference sign up opens at 8:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 8 via HCPSS Synergy. Parents/guardians must log in with their own credentials. Please check to be sure you are not logged in as your child.
Are student athletes required to receive the COVID-19 vaccination?
Update: March 14, 2022
No. Additionally, as the spring season begins and practices and games are held outside, weekly COVID-19 tests for student-athletes who have not confirmed their vaccination status are no longer required.
How can I find the status of HCPSS facilities/field closings?
The HCPSS Use of School Facilities inclement weather hotline is 410-313-6827 and updated as appropriate.
Questions may be directed to the HCPSS Community Use of School Facilities office at 410-313-7477.
In the 2021-2022 elementary school report cards, why do the reporting codes for academics differ from learning behaviors?
For elementary school report cards, learning behaviors reporting codes are:
- Meets Expectations
- Making Progress Towards Expectations
- Limited/No Progress Towards Expectations
Alternately, academic reporting codes are as follows: