Important News

District News: HCPSS Class of 2026 Graduation Window, May 18-June 4, 2026

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has received confirmation from Merriweather Post Pavilion (MPP) of the window for the Class of 2026 high school graduations as May 18-June 4, 2026.

No graduations will be held on weekends, or on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 or Eid al-Adha, the evening of Tuesday, May 26-Wednesday May 27. All ceremonies will be held in person at MPP, except for Cedar Lane School, which will hold its graduation at the school.

Community and School-Based Resources for Families

COMMUNITY RESOURCES Find connections to community resources for food assistance, emergency support, and other sources of help for for families on the HCPSS Family Resources and Supports Homepage. Additional services for residents in Howard County are available on the Howard County Government website. These resources are neither sponsored nor endorsed by HCPSS, but serve to extend resources for students and…
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Helping Homewood Families this Holiday Season

Looking for ways to support our Homewood Community this Holiday Season? Here are a few ways you can help directly impact families lives in a positive way. You can also make a direct donation to help Homewood address needs of our families here. https://osp.osmsinc.com/p/DA071-VAR6
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2025 Homewood Treasure Sale - Creating a Blizzard of Kindness since 2004

Join our community in supporting the Annual Homewood Treasure Sale. Your generosity helps provide our students with the opportunity to “purchase” items for their families and loved ones and experience the holiday joy of giving. Items are purchased through earnings based on grades and attendance during the second quarter. By purchasing items from the wish lists or bringing NEW, or…
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Fall Fun Fest

Bring your family to enjoy an evening of fall fun! Join the Harper’s Choice and Homewood Center Community Schools for FREE Food, performances, face-painting and more at HCMS! RSVP Here BY October 24 to reserve a ticket for Food & a chance to win a $25 Grocery Gift Card. HCMS - HWC Fall Fest Flyer English.pdf (2.83 MB) HCMS -…
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