howard county public schools parent portal

What information is curated for parents and guardians of HCPS students?

The following information is curated for parents and guardians of HCPS students. You will find how to register your child for school, school information, how to find a specific school, and much more. If you are new to the Harford County area, we invite you to visit our About Us section for more information.

What can I do with PowerSchool Parent access?

With PowerSchool’s Parent Access you can read announcements, catch up on your students’ class assignments, checkout grades, attendance and discipline. How do I start to use Parent Access? Let your school know you are interested in seeing your child's information online.

How do I get Parent access to my Child's School?

Please contact the Parent Access Representative at your child's school or visit our FAQ site. Parent Access will be available for login after the tenth day of each school year and will close five days before the end of the school year.

When is HCPSS pre-K?

The HCPSS Pre-K program is a high-quality, half-day prekindergarten program. Students must be four years old by September 1, 2021, to be considered for enrollment in fall 2021. See specifics on Pre-K Program.

How old do you have to be to enroll in HCPSS?

HCPSS offers a half-day prekindergarten program. Students must be four years old by September 1 to be considered for enrollment. Unlike enrollment for K-12, parents must apply for admission to prekindergarten. Learn more →.