Important News

To help improve efficiency and streamline communication, we are implementing a new process for reporting student absences, tardies, and early dismissals. Parents/Guardians are asked to complete the Attendance Reporting Form for all attendance-related requests. A separate form must be submitted for each absence, tardy, or early dismissal request. Families may also upload documentation directly through the form, including doctor’s notes…

Fall Tryout Information-2026: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o0vjkboNyoG-prDJDsMU1EZ_IxQX8ZvVbhQbGVBEEfE/edit?tab=t.0 River Hill H.S. Fall Athletics Coaches Contacts: For sport-specific information Allied Soccer: Stephanie_Stoutenborough@hcpss.org (Stephanie Stoutenborough): Practices start in September, reach out to Coach S. for details Boys Soccer: Matthew_Shagogue@hcpss.org (Matt Shagogue) Cheerleading: Jessica_Garry@hcpss.org (Jess Garry) Cross Country: Chad_Boothe@hcpss.org; Emily_Hazzard@hcpss.org (Chad Boothe & Emily Hazzard) Girls Soccer: jbsnak00@gmail.com (Brian Song) Golf: Matthew_Graves@hcpss.org (Matthew Graves) Field Hockey: Shelly_Chamness@hcpss.org…

We are excited to share important updates and information as we approach the final weeks of the school year for the Class of 2026. Please review the details below carefully and continue to check for updates as we celebrate this special milestone. The 2026 Senior Handbook includes important information about senior portraits, events, class meetings, and graduation details as they…

Graduation for the Class of 2026 will take place on Thursday, May 28 at 7:00 PM at Merriweather Post Pavilion. SENIORS Last day of school will be Tuesday, May 26. Don’t forget to visit the 2026 Senior Deadlines, Prom, & Graduation document for the latest updates and important dates.

Prom 2026 Information, Guests, Tickets & More

Howard County is home to a diverse community that includes active duty, guard, reserve, and veteran armed services members and their children, many of whom are students in the Howard County Public School System. HCPSS ensures academic success and social-emotional well-being for our students in an inclusive and nurturing environment that closes opportunity gaps. We are committed to creating a…

HCPSS is thrilled to host the second annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College and Career Fair! This dynamic event offers students and their families a unique opportunity to connect with HBCU representatives and a wide variety of career and trade professionals. The event is open to all HCPSS students and families. Pre-registration is encouraged. It helps us efficiently…

Spring Tryout Schedule & Details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GgU6Iv07235ZeOCnXgzC9N-dvUvFno00zhlBC7pJOzg/edit?tab=t.0 For sport-specific information, please see below. If you have general questions about the paperwork required for the winter sports season, please see below. Paperwork questions can be directed toward the head coach for each sport. Allied Golf - Coach contact: Stephanie Stoutenborough at stephanie_stoutenborough@hcpss.org & Matt Graves at matthew_graves@hcpss.org (Email for start date) Allied…