Simple Schedule— days until the first day of school
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K-12 Mon, Aug 24, 2026
Pre-K/RECC Thu, Aug 27, 2026
Dates vary by school and program. Confirm with your school office before making plans.
Schools in Howard County Public Schools
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Applications And Research LaboratoryAtholton ElementaryAtholton High
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Bellows Spring ElementaryBollman Bridge ElementaryBonnie Branch MiddleBryant Woods ElementaryBurleigh Manor Middle SchoolBushy Park Elementary
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Cedar Lane Special CenterCentennial HighCentennial Lane ElementaryClarksville ElementaryClarksville MiddleClemens Crossing ElementaryCradlerock Elementary
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Dayton OaksDeep Run ElementaryDucketts LaneDunloggin Middle
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Elkridge ElementaryElkridge Landing MiddleEllicott Mills Middle
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Folly Quarter MiddleForest Ridge ElementaryFulton Elementary
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Glenelg HighGlenwood MiddleGorman Crossing ElementaryGuilford ElementaryGuilford Park High
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Hammond ElementaryHammond HighHammond Middle SchoolHanover HillsHarpers Choice MiddleHollifield Station ElementaryHomewood SchoolHoward High
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Ilchester Elementary
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Jeffers Hill Elementary
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Lake Elkhorn MiddleLaurel Woods ElementaryLime Kiln MiddleLisbon ElementaryLong Reach HighLongfellow Elementary
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Manor Woods ElementaryMarriotts Ridge HighMayfield Woods MiddleMount Hebron HighMount View MiddleMurray Hill Middle
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Northfield Elementary
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Oakland Mills HighOakland Mills Middle
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Patapsco MiddlePatuxent Valley MiddlePhelps Luck ElementaryPointers Run Elementary
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Reservoir HighRiver Hill HighRockburn ElementaryRunning Brook Elementary
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St. Johns Lane ElementaryStevens Forest ElementarySwansfield Elementary
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Talbott Springs ElementaryThomas ViaductThunder Hill ElementaryTriadelphia Ridge Elementary
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Veterans Elementary
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Waterloo ElementaryWaverly ElementaryWest Friendship ElementaryWilde Lake HighWilde Lake MiddleWorthington Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Howard County Public Schools located?
Howard County Public Schools is located in Howard County, Maryland, primarily serving the communities of Ellicott City, Columbia, and surrounding areas within the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan region.
What is weather typically like on the first day of school?
On the first day of school in Ellicott City, you can typically expect mild weather with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s. Given the history of light drizzle and overcast conditions, it's a good idea to wear light layers and bring a rain jacket just in case.
How many schools are in Howard County Public Schools?
In Howard County Public Schools, there are about 80 schools serving around 58,000 students. The district provides education for grades ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade.
Is Howard County Public Schools a public school district?
Howard County Public Schools is a public school district located in Maryland, funded by local and state resources. This ensures that we provide quality education to all our students in the community.
Sources: NCES-PSC. Historical weather from Open-Meteo. Start dates compiled from published school calendars.
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