The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is free from discrimination, fosters equitable opportunities, and values diversity and commonality. HCPSS has supports in place across all of our schools. To learn more, please access the following links.
- LGBTQIA+ Youth
- General supports for LGBTQIA+ youth in HCPSS and beyond such as our Gender Inclusive Guidelines, Name and Gender Masking, information on how to report bullying and/or harassment, and policy connections.
- Rainbow Representatives
- Current and up to date list of Rainbow Representatives as well as their school/location in HCPSS.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Learn more about our DEI efforts including; professional learning, equitable and restorative practices, community collaboration, and supports.
Pronoun Options in Canvas
All Canvas users, including students, staff, and parents/families, can identify their pronouns in Canvas. As a default, the pronoun field is left blank. Users who do not wish for a pronoun do not need to take any action. Want to identify your pronouns? See the HCPSS News article, Optional Pronoun Settings in Canvas.
Reservoir High School Embraces Diversity
At Reservoir High School, we embrace the diversity within our community with the belief that valuing our differences makes us a stronger and more supportive community. We support our LGBTQIA+ students and staff and strive to provide an affirming environment, committed to providing an educational and social environment that affirms and promotes an inclusive, equitable space which values diversity.
RHS Rainbow Representative:
Rainbow Representatives ensure that schools are allies and advocates for LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families. The school Rainbow Representative attends quarterly meetings; receives and disseminates information regarding LGBTQIA+ topics of interest to the school and school community as appropriate; and provides instructional support for educators. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Reservoir High School Rainbow Representative, Suzanne Hughes at suzanne_hughes@hcpss.org .
GSA:
The RHS Gender and Sexuality Alliance is a student-run group where LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies have a place to socialize without fear of judgment. Join us to talk about what is happening in the news in regards to the LGBTQ community, play games, watch movies, read articles, talk about recent happenings, and socialize. Just show up to meetings, no requirements. Come when you can! We meet on Thursdays from 2:15-3:15pm in Room 208 Contact GSA sponsor Suzanne Hughes at suzanne_hughes@hcpss.org.
LGBTQIA+ Announcements and News
Check out all the latest LGBTQIA+ news and events at the HCPSS Pride website! Register for Read the Rainbow book clubs, Pride Prom, and the Rainbow Conference! Check out the Pride Week events, the Rainbow Vision Literary Magazine, the Rainbow Pridecast, and LGBTeaQi&A.