We recognize there may be times the applications HCPSS is using for virtual learning may not work as anticipated. This may be due to the nationwide increase in demand on these services or an issue with your local internet provider. HCPSS teachers will be understanding and flexible if interruptions to technology services cause delays in assignment submissions and missed virtual learning sessions.
Yes, parent/teacher conferences will be held virtually Monday, November 23-Wednesday, November 25.
MAP test results are entered in Synergy at the conclusion of the testing window. It can take up to a week to become visible for an individual student.
To access previous test scores:
Detailed PDF home reports are available in Synergy. To access home reports:
ARL teachers can teach from their classroom where equipment can be demonstrated, create videos to demonstrate how to use tools, and provide simulated workplace environments where students must uphold business processes like real-world companies.
At the state level, the Maryland Department of Health published the COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions about Telehealth (Updated May 14, 2020) and referred to consent for services.
Federal regulations include:
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, n.d.-b)
The HCPSS Notice of Telehealth Consent form allows a related service provider to practice in a virtual environment. All related service providers must follow federal and state regulations with regard to privacy and security via telepractice in order to maintain their national certification and licensure.
UPDATE: October 26, 2020: Today the Maryland State Board of Education approved a start date of December 7, 2020, for high school athletics. HCPSS advocated for this plan, which was crafted by district athletics supervisors and issued by Public School Superintendents’ Association of Maryland.
Regarding information for the 2020-2021, the HCPSS website is updated regularly with new information and remains the repository of all information related to HCPSS’ coronavirus response. Many of the most important documents and resources have been translated and can be found online.
On September 10, 2020, the Howard County Board of Education voted to temporarily suspend sections of the elementary and secondary grading policies to institute procedures and calculations consistent with the HCPSS Reopening Plan for the 2020-2021 school year. The policy changes–effective immediately and set to terminate at the end of the school year–accommodate a shift to a virtual environment and a 4×4 semester schedule.
Students must be enrolled in at least one course at their high school in order to be eligible to participate in certain activities. Students should contact their high school counselor with questions regarding schedules and school-specific scheduling requirements.
Information on JumpStart can be found online.
