Join Harford County Public Schools, the Office on Mental Health, UM Upper Chesapeake Health, and the Cook Center for Human Connection on May 8, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Ripken Stadium for Your Mind Matters. This free family wellness event will include activities for the entire family including crafts, a bounce house, rock climbing, football, and a light race.
The event is free to attend, but registration is required. Visit harfordmentalhealth.org for more information and to register.
Congratulations to Vibha Nanduri from Bel Air High School for being named the 2026-2027 Student Member of the Board!
Vibha was elected during the HCRASC General Assembly meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Her term will run from July 1, 2026 and run through June 30, 2027.
She is currently a junior in the Biomedical Sciences program at Bel Air High School. She serves as 1st Vice President of HCRASC and the Environmental Affairs Coordinator for the Maryland Association of Student Councils.
Congratulations Vibha!
Members of Harford County Public Schools Business Services visited North Harford High School on Friday, April 17, 2026, for a hands-on floral design class. They were joined by Harford County Council members Alison Imhoff and Nolanda Robert. The students showed off impressive skills and made for quite the impression on their guests!
U.S. Service Academy Virtual Information Event -- April 21
Families of students interested in attending a United States Service Academy are invited to a free virtual information event hosted by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Representatives from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and U.S. Army ROTC will be on hand to discuss what each academy offers, their admissions processes, and how the Congressional nomination process works.
Click here to register. If you have any questions, contact Senator Van Hollen's office at academynominations@vanhollen.senate.gov or (301) 545-1500.
Use the Organization code MUSIC when placing your mobile order for dine-in, carry-out, or drive-thru.
Harford County Public Schools is partnering with the Office on Mental Health, Cook Center for Human Connection, and University of Maryland Medical System to host Your Mind Matters: A Family Wellness Night on Friday, May 8, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen.
This free community event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities including crafts, a bounce house, rock climbing, a mechanical bull, and more. The event is rain or shine.
Registration is required and spots fill up quickly. Visit harfordmentalhealth.org to register today.
Are you a junior? Run for Student Member of the Board!
The SMOB represents HCPS students at Board of Education meetings and helps shape the future of education in Harford County. Applications are due March 10, 2026.
North Harford High School's Animal Science program is celebrating some exciting new additions! Sows Lucy and Betty each welcomed litters of piglets this January. Lucy on January 7 and Betty on January 18. Together they birthed a combined 18 piglets. Students have had the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience caring for the newborns, putting their classroom learning into practice in a real and meaningful way.
Congratulations to Animal Science teacher and FFA Advisor Aimee Densmore and her students!
Reminder: Celebration of Excellence in Education Nominations Due Soon!
There’s still time to nominate an outstanding Harford County Public Schools employee for the 2026 Celebration of Excellence in Education!
Each year, HCPS honors employees who make a difference in the lives of our students. In addition to naming the 2026 Teacher of the Year, we will recognize exceptional staff in the following categories:
Assistant Principal, Custodian, Facilities, Food Services, Nurse, Psychologist, Pupil Personnel Worker, Safety and Security, School Counselor, Social Worker, Support Professional, and Office of Technology.
To nominate someone, visit www.hcps.org and click the Celebration of Excellence in Education banner on the homepage. You can also click here for the nomination form.
Nominations are due by January 6, 2026, so don’t delay—submit your nomination today!
Thank you for helping us recognize the incredible HCPS employees who go above and beyond every day.
Local businesses or community members interested in supporting this year’s program can contact joyce.jablecki@hcps.org for more information.
Our students are participating in the MSDE Service-Learning requirement by collecting specific nonperishable food items to support local families facing food insecurity. Contributions can be dropped off in Mrs. Buttitta’s room (B220).
Please check the News feed on the NHHS Website for more information.
We are incredibly grateful for the donations received so far; your kindness and generosity do not go unnoticed. Please continue to give as you are able. All donations directly support families from NHHS, NHMS, and our feeder elementary schools. Thanks
The Board of Education of Harford County invites the HCPS community to one of the remaining Engage for Education listening sessions during the 2025-2026 school year. These sessions are your opportunity to ask questions and share feedback directly with Board members about the future of education in Harford County. No pre-registration is required to attend or speak.
Upcoming Sessions (All 5:30-7:30 p.m.):
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 - Joppatowne High School
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - Fallston High School
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - A.A. Roberty Building (student-only session)
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Aberdeen High School
Schools closed to students on Thursday, November 6, 2025, for Elementary School Parent/Teacher conferences.
Schools will be closed to students and visitors on Friday, November 7, 2025, to allow ALL building staff to participate in professional development opportunities.
Schools and offices OPEN on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Schools and Offices CLOSED on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day.
Click here to see calendar information for the 2025-2026 school year.
Free Food Resources Available at Whiteford Library
The Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market is visiting Whiteford Library to provide free healthy foods and resources to ALL community members. No registration required.
Upcoming Dates:
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 4:00pm-6:00pm | Click here to view November flier
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 4:00pm-6:00pm | Click here to view December flier
Location:
Whiteford Library
2407 Whiteford Rd, Whiteford, MD 21160
This is a full shopping experience while supplies last. Free food and free resources available for all families.
For more information about the Maryland Food Bank Mobile Market, visit mdfoodbank.org.
Federal Impact Aid Forms Due November 7, 2025
If you are active military personnel, a civilian, or a federal employee working and/or living on federal property, your student has received or will soon receive a Federal Impact Aid form.
Please complete and return the Federal Impact Aid form to your child’s school by Friday, November 7, 2025. This funding directly supports Harford County Public Schools.
If your student is not attending school in person, a blank form was emailed to all HCPS families, is available on the Resources for Parents page under “Forms and Documents” at www.hcps.org, and available by clicking here.
Please contact your student’s school if you have any questions.
Floral Design class created beautiful arrangements this fall to send out to the Flower of the Month Club members!
10/30
Cross Country Regional Meet@ Cambridge- South Dorchester HS 3:30
10/31
Girls Volleyball Regional Semifinal @ Bel Air HS 3:30
Girls Soccer State Quarterfinal @ Kent Island HS 5:30
The Fall Championship season has begun! Make sure you are accessing the most accurate information by going to mpssaa.org. Use the links at the bottom of that page to follow the correct social media pages for MPSSAA updates and weather cancelations. Please be aware of other sites that claim to have that information.
Harford County Public Schools invites community members to provide feedback on the Superintendent’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.
Two Superintendent’s Community Budget Public Input Sessions will be held:
Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Edgewood High School
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Bel Air High School
Before attending, you are encouraged to complete a brief, two-minute survey to share your priorities and questions for the FY27 Budget. The survey is open now through November 9, 2025, at 11:45 p.m.
