Important Dates
February
20 - PTO Sponsored Be Mine BINGO at 6:30
March
2-6 - 2026-2027 HCPSS Kindergarten Registration Kickoff
3 - Schools Close 3 Hours Early
9 - PTO Meeting, Media Center @ 7:00 PM
10 - Spring Class Picture Day
20 - Schools Closed For Students
30 - April 6 - Spring Break
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MWES NEWS
2026-2027 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
March 2 – March 6, 2026 is the designated countywide kickoff registration period. Registration assistance should be available throughout the school day during the kickoff week. Please consult the HCPSS website for updated information on Enrollment and Registration.
Age Eligibility for Kindergarten:
- Kindergarten is a mandatory grade in the state of Maryland.
- Children must be five years old on or before September 1st to attend kindergarten.
- Children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026 must have been born between September 2, 2021 and September 1, 2022.
- Students will be enrolled in the attendance area in which they live. Please refer families to School & Bus Locator to confirm the assigned school.
Every child who is 5 years old on or before September 1 must be enrolled in a kindergarten program this fall or have an approved waiver.
HCPSS SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE FAIR
The HCPSS Special Education Resource Fair provides families with information available from the community and HCPSS to support their students receiving special education and related services. Get connected to services for students with a developmental delay or disability including:
- Services within HCPSS
- Recreational Activities
- Camps
- Community Groups
- Service Providers
- Transition Information
- Assistive Technology
- Behavioral Health
- Howard County Government Resources
- And Much More!
For information, please contact FSRC@hcpss.org. Registration is not required. This event is part of the HCPSS Parent Empowerment Series including training sessions related to special education and events for families of students with an IEP or IFSP.
UNDERSTANDING SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
PTO NEWS
MULTICULTURAL NIGHT
Join us in making our Multicultural Night a vibrant celebration of the cultures that make our community so special! We're inviting parents and teachers to volunteer their time, talents, and traditions to create an evening filled with food, music, and meaningful connections. Together, we can create an unforgettable night that celebrates diversity, builds understanding, and brings our school community closer than ever. We'd love to have you be part of it! Check out the SignUpGenius below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548A9AC23A7FAC25-61774260-mwes#/
Thursday, April 16th 5:45-8:00
Community News
2026 HCPSS Family Academy Conference
HCPSS families are invited to save the date for the 2026 Family Academy Conference on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:00–8:30 pm at Long Reach High School. Families can look forward to a light dinner, a community resource fair, and interactive workshops focused on academic achievement, well-being, and family engagement. Workshop topics will include college and career readiness, special education supports, curriculum updates, hands-on learning strategies for use at home, and more. For more information, visit HCPSS News.
HCPSS Student Code of Conduct
The Howard County Public School System is committed to providing a safe, engaging and supportive learning environment where all policies are enforced fairly and consistently. HCPSS policies and regulations emphasize instruction and rehabilitation rather than punishment and are designed to foster and reward appropriate behavior and keep students connected to school so they can graduate college and career ready. Please read and review the HCPSS student code of conduct with your child(ren) before the school year begins: HCPSS Student Code Of Conduct
HCPSS Student & Parent Handbook
The Student & Parent Handbook can be found online and outlines districtwide practices and policies related to parents and students, including the Student Code of Conduct, school procedures, student responsibilities and more.
Family Guides: What your Child Will Learn this Year
Do you want to get a head start on the school year? We encourage all parents/guardians to visit the link below to learn what your child will learn this year in grades PreK-5! Once you click on your child’s grade level, use the yellow “course navigation” box in the top right corner to navigate standards, free games, and family activities for each subject area. Happy learning!
What Your Child Will Learn Guides
HCPSS / Community News and Programs
https://community-programs.hcpss.org/
HCPSS NEWS