Families who were approved for free or reduced-price meal benefits during the 2025-2026 school year need to apply for benefits for the new school year before Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to avoid a lapse in benefits. Families must reapply each school year. Click here to apply online. Click here to download a paper application. If you have any questions, please contact the Food and Nutrition Office at 410-638-4078.

Nominations are now open for the Harford County Education Foundation's Everyday Hero Award and the 2027 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year!

We invite all families to nominate a teacher who exemplifies innovative instruction, inspires students, and gives tirelessly to the children in our community. Each school's official nominee will be invited to attend the Everyday Hero Awards dinner in November and to participate in the Teacher of the Year process, with the 2027 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year named in April.

Nominations close Sunday, October 4. Click here for more information and submit a nomination.

Parent Academy Lunch & Learn Webinar

Grab your lunch and join HCPS Parent Academy online each month to hear from licensed therapists on a variety of topics designed to support your parenting journey and promote your student’s well-being. Be sure to register today and save the dates to your calendar so you don’t miss these valuable opportunities! Registration, attendance, and participation are completely anonymous. Can’t attend a session live? No problem! Register anyway, and a recording will be sent directly to your inbox so you can watch at a time that works for you.

Next session: Milestones to Progress in Early Childhood - Wednesday, October 14, 12:00 p.m. Register here: https://cookcenter.info/Oct14Harford

Monday is Labor Day!

HCPS schools and offices are closed Monday in observance of the holiday. Enjoy you're long weekend and we will see everyone back in class Tuesdady!

Harford Glen Environmental Education Center offers multiple open houses for parents and guardians to learn more about the Residential Overnight Education Program. 

Please join us at one of the following sessions: 

• Tuesday, September 8, 2026| 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Monday, September 14, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Monday, September 21, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

• Friday, October 16, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

• Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Tuesday, January 19, 2027 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Tuesday, February 16, 2027 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Tuesday, March 30, 2027 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

• Wednesday, May 26, 2027 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.  *

  *For 4th grade families who will have a student attend during the 2027-2028 school year 

In the event HCPS is closed for inclement weather during any of the above dates, the open house will be canceled. 

Click here for more information on Harford Glen Environmental Education Center.

Wednesday, May 6 is National School Nurse Day. Harford County Public Schools is proud to recognize our school nurses for their dedication, expertise, and compassionate care for our students each and every day. Thank you!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Harford County Public Schools is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our students, staff, and families. Throughout May, we will be sharing resources and information to help our community thrive inside and outside the classroom.

The Harford County Board of Education has approved an adjustment to the 2026-2027 calendar involving built-in inclement weather days. Schools and offices will now be closed on March 1, June 1, and April 12, 2027, and those days will be used as makeup days, in the order listed, only if needed due to inclement weather cancellations. 

The adjustment reflects guidance from the Maryland State Board of Education, which has expressed a preference for makeup days to be distributed throughout the school year, and the use of virtual instruction, rather than adding days to the end of the school year. 

The full, updated 2026–2027 school calendar is available here. En Español. 

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!

On Friday, March 20th, 7th grade students from Edgewood Middle School visited Harford Academy to build relationships and foster connection with same-age peers. During the visit, students practiced communication skills using a total communication approach and explored how everyone learns differently. The experience highlighted the power of inclusive learning, and both schools look forward to continuing opportunities that strengthen the connection between their students.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Harford County Public Schools is pleased to offer a monthly series of virtual information sessions focused on transition-related topics, called “Let’s Talk Transition.”

In March, guest speakers will share information about the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and their application/eligibility process, the role of a Coordinator of Community Services (CCS), their service delivery models, as well as more specific services provided to individuals.

You can learn more about DDA prior to this program at the link below:
DDA of MD: DDA HOME PAGE

Attached is the flyer with additional details and a QR code to join the session. We have also provided a direct link to the meeting for your convenience: Let's Talk Transition LINK 3-11-26 DDA

Registration is not required. We hope you can join us!

Please be on the lookout for additional sessions in 2026. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at any time.