Important News

HCPSS Tops Maryland Rankings Again

For the second year in a row, the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has been named the top school system in Maryland by Niche.com, a national education and community analysis firm. The 2017 Best School Districts in Maryland rankings give HCPSS an overall grade of A+ and rank Howard County public schools #1 for “Best School Districts in Maryland,”…
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Family File Update

84% - We’re getting closer! Thank you once again for your attention to completing the Family File. We have about 111 families that still need to complete the file. Find the Family File at http://www.hcpss.org/connect. Call the school for assistance 410-313- 2813. Please help us reach 100% right away!
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Back to School Night Presentation

Thank you SJLES parents and friends for attending our Back to School Night this week. We look forward to a strong partnership in education with you this year! 2016-17 Back to School Night Presentation (PDF)
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Join the SJLES PTA

As you think about the coming school year, remember that the SJLES PTA needs you! Many additional programs and events, such as cultural arts and family fun events, are not funded by the school system and are provided to our students and their families through the efforts of our PTA. Please support our school by joining the PTA and responding…
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Summer Meals Information Free for Kids!

During the school year a large number of children in the United States receive meals through their school lunch programs. However, when the school year ends food insecurity becomes prevalent amongst school aged children. The Summer Food Service Program helps alleviate the nutritional gap and makes meals accessible to all children less than 18 years of age. The Summer Food…
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Kindergarten Here We Come Program

Kindergarten, Here We Come, is a 45 - 60 minute class for children entering Kindergarten this fall. The class features stories and activities to help mark that all important first day, including boarding a real school bus. Registration required. See attached flier for more information.
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