School Resources

We hope our SJLES Overview document provides useful Back to School information for our families.

Be sure to review the HCPSS 2023-2024 School Year for all the important information you need to get the school year started!

The SJLES PTA has created a helpful FAQ document to help you prepare for Back-to-School season. For clarification on upcoming Back-to-School events, school supplies, information about the car loop/walkers/buses, lunch, and how to find the School Directory... check it out to get answers to some of the most common questions.

A step-by-step guide for school activities online payments using the OSP service is also available on the SJLES website under School resources - Online School Payments.

HCPSS Connect is your one stop shop to stay connected with all of your student's information, grades, and coursework.

The Food and Nutrition Services program puts students first by providing a nutrition program, which is an integral part of the school system’s total education program.

In Maryland’s public schools, if you feel you are being bullied, you have the right to report your concerns and the school has the responsibility to investigate those concerns.

Family File is the electronic format of the Emergency Procedure Card and can be found by logging in to HCPSS Connect. In the Family File section parents review and updatecontact information, medical considerations, privacy preferences, media release and directory distribution preferences. Family Fileinformation must be updated or validated each year

Naviance is a free portal to HCPSS students and parents for career exploration and college research

In 2013, Maryland adopted the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as the Maryland Science Standards for K–12 science education. The NGSS were developed by a group of 26 lead states, including Maryland, and included input from professional scientists, college/university educators, policy-makers, and K–12 educators to identify the knowledge and skills all students need to become scientifically literate.

View a web-based version of the HCPSS student handbook

The HCPSS Family Mathematics Support Center helps families: 1) Gain a better understanding of their child's mathematics program, 2) Refresh or build understanding of new (or unfamiliar) math concepts, skills, and practices, 3) Provide additional support and practice opportunities for students, as needed throughout the school year.

Find books to check out on the HCPSS Media Catalog Site

HCPSS promotes the mental health and wellness of each of our students to develop their unique strengths, abilities, and characteristics towards success and well-being.

Every school in the Howard County Public School System has at least one staff member who serves as a Rainbow Representative.

Every school in the Howard County Public School System has at least one staff member who serves as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Liaison.

HCPSS is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment and fostering strong bonds between schools, military service members and community organizations to support military-connected children and enhance the success of all students.