Monday, June 2 - Synergy/HCPSS Connect Planned Maintenance - Planned maintenance has been scheduled for Monday, June 2 from 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. During this window there may be times users attempting to access the system will be presented with the Edupoint Maintenance message. Once the work is complete, users may continue to log in as usual.
Circulars
Circular 30 - Vending Machines
All school vending machines must include only items that meet the Institute of Medicine Tier Two Standards.
Circular 29 - Guidelines for Foods & Beverages Made Available to Students
The Board of Education recognizes that good health fosters student attendance and education.
Circular 28 - December Substitute Usage
Professional Development activities requiring substitutes should not be scheduled during the month of December.
Circular 27 - Evaluation of Classified Employees
There are two evaluations for classified employees.
Circular 24 REVISED - Policy Update
On September 17, 2015, a modification to Policy 9090 Wellness Through Nutrition and Physical Activity was approved by the Board of Education.
Circular 26 REVISED - Selecting and Evaluating Digital Tools and Third Party Services
All Howard County Public School System staff are encouraged to integrate authorized digital tools into instructional content areas.
Circular 8 REVISED - Guidelines for Energy Conservation
This is a revised circular. Please review as we again ask for your collective support of our energy management effort.
Circular 25 - Professional Learning Day, November 23, 2015
The mandatory countywide Professional Learning Day for HIGH SCHOOLS ONLY has been scheduled for Monday, November 23, 2015.
Circular 23 - Policy Update
On September 3, 2015, the Superintendent provided to the Board modified implementation procedures to Policy 6080 Sustainability and Policy 10020 Use of School Facilities. Please see attachments.
Circular 22 - Procurement Procedures FY16
All Employees of the Howard County Public School System are entrusted with the responsibility of expending funds on behalf of the Board of Education and have a fiduciary responsibility to follow the rules and guidelines promulgated by the Purchasing Office.