Important News

Workshops for Parents During Conference Week Led by Student Services Staff November 22nd 4pm Technology and Communication Resources Drop-In 5pm Academic Planning and Opportunities 6pm College Planning Guide 6:30pm Top Ten Ways to Help your High School Student Meet Academic Success November 23rd 12pm Top Ten Ways to Help your High School Student Meet Academic Success 12pm Technology and Communication…

ATTENTION SENIORS: October 13th is PSAT day. Seniors do NOT participate in the PSAT testing and are encouraged to take advantage of the free time to: 1) Visit a local college 2) Check out a trade school or apprenticeship program 3) Come to school and receive support on their college applications or essays 4) Sign up to attend the HCC…

ATTENTION SENIORS: October 13th is PSAT day. Seniors do NOT participate in the PSAT testing and are encouraged to take advantage of the free time to: 1) Visit a local college 2) Check out a trade school or apprenticeship program 3) Come to school and receive support on their college applications or essays 4) Sign up to attend the HCC…

March to the Future: Where to start post high school planning for 9th and 10th graders In the blink of an eye, you are a senior! Get a head start on preparing for post high school. Counselors will provide information on where to start your exploration and also introduce the many opportunities that are available beyond high school. March to…

Senior College Information Night- September 21 at 7pm Counselors will present on the transcript process and letters of recommendation as well as some other items related to college admission. The google meet code is linked here.

Please note that we have moved the Virtual College Panel from Wednesday, September 15th to Tuesday, September 14th. The event will still take place at 7pm. Remember to visit our March to the Future Calendar for upcoming events and subscribe to our google calendar for all post high school activities.

Class of 2022 Senior Information Night, September 21st at 7pm Counselors will guide parents through the transcript and letter of recommendation process as well as discuss application portals. WE will also have opportunity for questions and answers. The google meet code is https://meet.google.com/hmz-hosz-mdr.

Need a tutor? Struggling in a class? Howard County Public Library provides free tutoring from 2pm-11:55pm seven days a week. They have Spanish speaking and English speaking tutors. Click here for more information and to connect. In addition to receiving guidance from HCLS staff, students (K-12) and college-age adults can connect with free tutors for assistance with math, reading, science…

Post High School Planning- March to the Future HCPSS counselors are organizing a series of post high school planning events for all students. We will have events every Wednesday at 7pm. Workshops include financial aid, athletics in college, college search, disabilities in college, college panels, HCC, apprenticeships, military and more! There is something for everyone. Please check back frequently as…

Students planning to drive to Reservoir: HCPSS will not be hosting driver safety courses this year. If your student plans to drive to Reservoir, there are two forms that must be completed and returned to the main office: A Parking Permit Application and a Parent/Guardian Teen Driving Agreement. Please reach out to Mr. Michael Cometa ( michael_cometa@hcpss.org) if you have…