Learning Begins With Us At Howard County School
We, at Howard County School offer supportive and inspirational environments for young enquiring minds to learn and grow with us. Our passion for learning means we achieve more than outstanding results. We strive to build confident and creative thinkers and aim at delivering an education that is truly relevant to their future.
Champion School at a Glance
Mission
The mission of Howard County schools is to provide high-quality teaching and learning opportunities that prepare every student for success in a diverse and changing world. The system focuses on helping students become responsible citizens, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners.
Vision
The vision of Howard County schools is to build a learning community where every student is valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. The district aims to create future leaders who can succeed in college, careers, and life.
Howard County Public School System – About the School
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading public school systems in the United States, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 in Howard County. The district is known for academic excellence, student achievement, innovation, and strong community support. It operates dozens of elementary, middle, and high schools that help students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Services Offered
Howard County schools provide many services to support students and families, including:
Academic Services
- Strong classroom teaching programs
- Advanced Placement (AP) courses
- Honors classes
- STEM education
- College and career readiness programs
Student Support Services
- School counseling
- Mental health support
- Special education programs
- English language learner support
- Health services
Technology Services
- Digital learning tools
- Online classes and assignments
- Computer labs and library resources
Extracurricular Services
- Sports teams
- Music and arts programs
- Clubs and leadership activities
- Community service opportunities
We aim at inspiring our students to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more in their respective journeys of life.
Howard County School
Curriculum Overview
The Howard County School aims at offering all our students a broad and balanced curriculum that provides rewarding and stimulating activities to prepare them for the best social and cultural life.
Computer Science
Hands-on experience with the latest programming languages and technology.
Fine Arts
Giving wings to the artists who’d like to take it up as a career or just a hobby.
Humanities
The study of ancient and modern languages, philosophy, history, and more.
Science
The study that encourages scientific reasoning, discoveries and inventions.
Mathematics
Understanding the game of numbers and logic to solve real-world problems.
Languages
Learning more modes of communication from different parts of the world.
Courses They Offer
Howard County schools offer a wide range of courses depending on grade level and school. Popular course areas include:
Core Subjects
- Mathematics
- English Language Arts
- Science
- Social Studies
Advanced Courses
- AP Calculus
- AP Biology
- AP English
- Honors Chemistry
- Advanced Computer Science
Career & Technical Education
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Business Management
- Health Sciences
- Graphic Design
Arts & Electives
- Music
- Drama
- Visual Arts
- Foreign Languages
- Physical Education
Special Programs
- Gifted and Talented Education
- Career Academies
- Service Learning Programs
Our Co-curricular Activities
Athletics
Our students are passionate about sports and athletics and have the freedom to choose the one they like and wish to take up.
In-house Publications
We have several writers who are encouraged to come up with creations that are regularly published in our in-house magazines.
Performing Arts & Music
With professionals on board, we take pride in training our students in art forms like dance, drama, painting and more.