Important News
New Car Loop Procedures for SY 2019-20
Mon, 09/16/2019 - 9:20am
We want to make sure you are aware of some changes for the 2019-20 school year that will impact arrival and dismissal for all of our families including the families of our youngest students.
Free and Reduced Meals Program (FARMs)
Sat, 09/07/2019 - 3:12pm
Please take a moment to view all of the benefits of our FARMs program. Even if your child does not require free or reduced meal prices, there are a number of benefits available for families. Completed applications can ultimately support all of our students through Title I funding and resources. You can learn more about the program and apply here.
Learning Behaviors Added to Progress Reports and Report Cards
Sat, 09/07/2019 - 3:09pm
The learning behaviors companion page is live on the HCPSS website and accessible HERE. The page contains key information about learning behaviors including indicators and grade level examples. Families are encouraged to review the information provided on the page as it relevant to the progress reports and report cards that will be distributed to students during the 2019-2020 school year.
Mentoring & Tutoring Opportunities
Mon, 07/08/2019 - 10:11am
We look forward to partnering with families during the 2019-2020 school year to support our LoES community. Find more information here.
Free and Inexpensive Summer Fun 2019
Mon, 06/10/2019 - 2:03pm
Follow the links below to learn about ideas for free and inexpensive family fun this summer:
Planning the HCPSS School Attendance Areas
Mon, 06/10/2019 - 1:59pm
This past January, the Board of Education directed that HCPSS initiate a systemwide school boundary review, which could potentially impact any or all of the 74 comprehensive schools in our county beginning in the 2020-2021 school year. This review will begin on June 13 with the presentation of the 2019 Feasibility Study and is critical due to population growth that has resulted in crowding at many schools while schools in other areas are underutilized. Families are encouraged to remain informed and engaged throughout the process and there will be multiple opportunities for you to participate. As Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano said earlier this week, a successful outcome for this process depends directly on the level of respect, empathy and careful listening that we as adults model for our children. We must remember that they will follow our lead in responding positively to the challenges and changes that are inevitable throughout life. I ask our community to practice civility during what can be an emotional process. Please be sure to visit the boundary review page on the HCPSS website for more information, resources, a timeline, and ways to participate. Additionally, HCPSS staff would like your questions related specifically to the way the boundary review process is being conducted and communication and engagement efforts.
2019 Summer Food Service Program
Mon, 06/03/2019 - 10:46am
Summer meals will be provided to all children ages 18 years and under without charge. Acceptance and participation requirements for the Program are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Parents or guardians do not need to apply to get free summer meals for their children. They can simply bring their child to the safe summer meal site(s). There will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Find more details here.
Free Capstone eBooks for Summer 2019!
Mon, 06/03/2019 - 10:45am
HCPSS students have received free access to Capstone eBooks through August 31, 2019! Find more details here.
Field Day Rescheduled to Friday, May 10
Wed, 05/01/2019 - 10:12am
Based on the weather forecast between Thursday evening and Friday, we have decided to make the call regarding Field Day. There a significant chance of heavy rain on Thursday evening and storms are also possible Friday afternoon. As a result, we will plan to have Field Day next Friday, May 10th.
Title I Survey - Feedback Needed!
Wed, 04/03/2019 - 12:24pm
Longfellow (LoES) is a Schoolwide Title I School. Parent Involvement is an important part of Title I. LoES and Howard County Public Schools (HCPSS) value your input and partnership in supporting the academic success of your child. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey regarding school improvement, climate, and family engagement. This will be used to evaluate our Title I program so that we can better serve you. Your responses will be kept strictly confidential. Please complete the online survey by Friday, May 24, 2019. - Click HERE to access the survey - Spanish Survey