Bonnie Branch Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
4979 Ilchester Road • Ellicott City, MD 21043 • 410-313-2580 • bbms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1999
School Capacity: 701 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 2 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 716
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.3% Bonnie Branch Middle School is committed to developing strong character, Asian 15.1% academic success, and community involvement in each and every student. Black/African American 24.2% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.1% As a gold-medal Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Program Hispanic/Latino 14.0% (PBIS) School, we create a safe school environment where students are White 40.1% comfortable learning and recognizing the value and diversity of others. Two or more races 6.3% A growing number of student-led groups, including Student Council, High Achievers, and WEB Leaders give students a voice in developing Students Receiving Special their leadership while creating a positive learning environment for all. Services 2016–17 Free/Reduced Lunch 24.6% Our mission focuses on three schoolwide principles: readiness, Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% responsibility and respect. Students at Bonnie Branch Middle School Special Education 7.3% are challenged by rigorous academics and supported by a variety of shared learning experiences that enrich the standard curriculum. These PTA members: 300 experiences include annual competitions and participation at the county and state level in History Day, the American University film workshop and American Film Institute Film Festival, a "Code Slam" competition using Python and JavaScript programming, Math Counts, FIRST Tech Lan Challenge and LEGO Robotics, and the Debate Team. In addition to Rd. anch di r d ng an annual spring musical, students in the performing arts excel at the B Roa Rd. county and state levels in Chorus, Orchestra and Band. 103 Bonnie ester Ilch Kerger Rd. BONNIE BRANCH At Bonnie Branch Middle School, we recognize the value of community Middle School involvement through experiences like service learning and Outdoor Education. This involvement has led to our school being named a Maryland “Green School.” We are also proud to have the support of the community in the learning process through our PTA, Music Boosters, and Kerger Rd. a Mentoring Program for students.
This support helps Bonnie Branch Middle School prepare students 103 gom to be leaders and learners. We are proud to provide students with Mont ery Road opportunities for character development, academic success and tools for a lifetime of community involvement.
Drew Cockley, Principal Michele Hewitt, Assistant Principal Carol Ketterman, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
School Recognition: PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Bonnie Branch MS • 2017 PBIS Green Ribbon Award School: Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts 2013–17 Gold; 2011–12 Silver; 2010 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Bronze Level 5: Exceeded expectations 7.5% 5.4% <=5% 10.0% 7.9% 7.2% • Healthy Schools Program: Silver and Level 4: Met expectations 45.6% 44.6% 43.1% 38.4% 41.2% 38.5% Gold recognition Level 3: Approached expectations 23.5% 25.6% 25.8% 28.6% 28.7% 27.3% • 2017 Maryland Green School Award Level 2: Partially met expectations 14.2% 16.3% 19.4% 15.3% 13.7% 17.0% • 2017 Governor’s Citation for Excellence in Music Performance Level 1: Did not meet expectations 9.1% 8.1% 8.6% 7.7% 8.5% 10.0%
State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Student Recognition: • Carson Scholars, 2012–14 • Award-winning Black Saga competition teams: placed in top 10 in state 2009–15 Special Programs • Award-winning student art at many local, regional, and state competitions • WEB (Welcome Everybody) • Student production of memory (Youth Art Month, artwork at State develops student leadership as book House, and PTA Reflections contest) Ambassadors, Student Team • Black history poetry night • Numerous superior ratings for band, Leaders, and Shark Talk Leaders • PBIS positive behavior program orchestra, and chorus programs • Student Council with Shark Bucks and Shark Shop (students performing at the All-County, • Concert band, jazz band, and • GT Instructional Leadership GT, and All-State levels) wind ensembles Seminar • Award-winning Middle School County • Concert orchestra and chamber • Student Environmental debate team orchestra Awareness Committee • Award-winning student essays in • Chorus • Competitive teams: GT Debate, Watson’s Tin Box Sherlock Holmes • Our Voice Middle School Literary National History Day, MathAlon, essay contest for past 4 years & Art Magazine Math Counts, FIRST Tech • Award-winning FIRST Tech Challenge • Poetry Slam Challenge and LEGO Robotics, and LEGO Robotics Teams • PTA Reflections • After-school programs: Step • BBMS recognizes and celebrates • Student Service Learning for all Team, Art Club, Athletic student excellence throughout the grade levels intramurals, High Achievers, school year: Morning Shark School Program • Outdoor Education program for ––Monthly Student of the Month for math, ELA, reading, and 6th grade awards study skills. • Student production of television ––Quarterly honor rolls: Principal's news Honor Roll, gold, silver ––Quarterly recognition of Straight A students
Educational Partnerships • 4th Quarter • Green Valley Marketplace • Howard County Library, Elkridge Branch
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Burleigh Manor Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
4200 Centennial Lane • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-2507 • bmms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1992
School Capacity: 779 (This does not include additional capacity provided by a portable classroom.)
Total Enrollment: 807
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.4% Asian 46.5% Black/African American 10.8% Burleigh Manor Middle School, a 2006–07 Maryland Blue Ribbon Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% School of Excellence and a 2007 National Blue Ribbon School Hispanic/Latino 3.5% of Excellence, ensures a successful middle school experience White 32.8% by providing well-balanced academic, fine arts, and enrichment Two or more races 6.1% programs for all of its students. At Burleigh Manor, we are extremely proud of our challenging and rigorous courses of Students Receiving Special Services study, as well as all of the enrichment activities and opportunities 2016–17 we offer to our students. Students may participate in chorus, Free/Reduced Lunch 7.7% chamber choir, band, jazz band, orchestra, mural design, athletic Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% Special Education <5.0% intramurals, memory book production, and TV studio production, as well as GT Seminars (Debate, Shakespeare, Film Institute, Book PTA members: 526 Club), Economic Literacy, and World Language. The Burleigh Manor music programs are renown throughout the county and the state of Maryland. Burleigh Manor's STEM programs compete at the state and county level. Some of these programs are Math Olympiads, Math Counts, First Lego League/Robotics, Paper Old Roller Coaster Challenge, and an Hour of Code. The BMMS BURLEIGH It’s Academic Team sends individuals and groups to National MANOR Annapolis Road tournaments, The National History Bee and Bowl. Middle School
Burleigh Manor promotes academic achievement and healthy development for every student by intentionally cultivating a
thriving school culture for all members of the school community. Centennial Lane Centennial Our belief is that school should provide students with choice Centennial Lake and an engaging learning experience. Burleigh Manor strives to achieve these goals every day. 108
Antoinette Roberson, Principal Kimberly Scaife, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
School Recognition: PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Burleigh Manor MS • Student Voice – winners of the Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts Superintendent’s Award for student leadership, 2016–2017 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Wind Ensemble, Chamber Choir, and Level 5 26.1% 20.5% 16.1% 28.8% 18.4% 13.8% : Exceeded expectations Orchestra received many 1st place and Level 4: Met expectations 48.6% 47.9% 47.2% 48.6% 51.5% 50.8% Judges’ Choice Awards at Music in the Level 3: Approached expectations 15.2% 21.4% 23.5% 15.3% 19.9% 22.0% Parks National Music Festivals, 2017 Level 2: Partially met expectations 7.7% 7.6% 10.1% 5.4% 8.0% 9.8% • Recipient of the 2016-2017 Bright Minds Grant for the BMMS Makerspace Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% • Student Council – NASC National Gold State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Council of Excellence Award, 2012–13 • Green School, 2012
Special Programs Student Recognition: • Maryland Mathalon, 5th place in the the • Battle of the Books • STEM: coding and robotics state of Maryland, 2016 • B.I.G. (Burleigh Intense Games) • WeSTEM/CodeHER • Mathcounts National Competition • Bioretention, Oyster Harvesting • Debate (PTA sponsored) Team, 1st place, 2016 Project, Trout Release and • AAS Learning Chemistry Through • It’s Academic – Centennial High School Chesapeake Bay Studies Service Biological Processes Study Tournament, 2016 3rd and 4th place Learning Projects • BMMS Cricket League • Library of Congress – Letters About • Champions of Courage Essay • Makerspace Literature, National Winner, 2014 Competition • Alpha Achievers, Delta Scholars • PTA Reflections Winners • First Lego League Mentor Program • Champions of Courage Black History • Geography Bee • Math Club: Math Olympiads, Month Essay Competition finalist, 2017 • It's Academic Math Counts • Many students selected each year for • Leadership Conference All State Band, Orchestra and Choir • Memory Book Educational Partnerships • Johns Hopkins Program for Gifted and • National History Day Talented Youth (CTY) for highest scores • A-OK Mentoring-Tutoring, Inc. on the PSAT tests • Outdoor Education • Eyre Bus, Tour & Travel • Regional History Bee, 1st place winners • Shakespeare-In-Residence • Howard County Library, Miller in team competition, 2017 • Spelling Bee Branch • National History Bee finalist, 4th place • Student Voices • Sport Clips, Turf Valley finish 2017, Atlanta • Student Ambassadors • Tersiguel's French Country • National History Bee qualifier, 2017, • Student Council Restaurant Atlanta • Peer Mentor • Trout Unlimited, Trout in the • National History Bee semifinalist, 2015, • Television Production of Bobcat Classroom 2016, Chicago News • Turf Valley Resort • National History Bowl, qualifier, 2015, • Turkey Trot/Fall Fling • Vocelli Pizza 2017 • National History Day State Winner, National competitors, 2016, 2017 • 1st place finish in the MSET student contest for outstanding digital work Teacher Recognition: • International Academic Bee & Bowl, • George McGurl – Howard County Teacher of the Year; State of qualifier, 2017 Maryland Teacher of the Year Finalist; Agnes Meyer Outstanding Educator, 2013; Encouraged Educator Award; Presidential Award of Excellence in Math and Science Teaching – State Finalist, 2014
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Clarksville Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
6535 S. Trotter Road • Clarksville, MD 21029 • 410-313-7057 • cms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1979
Additions/Renovations: 2004, 2006 (A), 2008 (R)
School Capacity: 643 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 5 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 552
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Clarksville Middle School, a National and Maryland Blue Ribbon School Asian 39.3% of Excellence, prepares students for College and Career Readiness by Black/African American 5.8% focusing on the whole child. We strive for each student and staff member Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% to be engaged, inspired to learn and empowered to excel. Our rigorous Hispanic/Latino 3.8% curriculum, in addition to core subjects, include fine art disciplines, White 45.8% world languages, and enrichment programs that promote a high-quality Two or more races 5.3% education for all students. Students Receiving Special Services At Clarksville, we value our rigorous academic curriculum and programs 2016–17 that are offered to all students. Our music program is one of the finest Free/Reduced Lunch <5.0% in the county. Students participate in chamber choir, chorus, band, English Proficient 0 or <10 students jazz band, and orchestra. Through enrichment seminars and our STEM Special Education 5.1% programs, students can participate in robotics, engineering, Science Olympiad, Math Olympiad, Math Counts, fishery science, It’s Academic, PTA members: 300 FBLA, FEA, SGA, Odyssey of the Mind, debate, computer programming, graphic arts, film, TV production, and Student Ambassadors.
Clarksville Middle School’s stellar reputation is due to our committed, knowledgeable, exemplary staff that continually goes above and beyond for our students before, during, and after class and as sponsors of our Guilford 32 clubs and athletic intramural programs. Clarksville staff work closely with our incredible PTA and community. The partnership with our dedicated 108 parents cements a strong foundation for students as they navigate Road through a world-class middle school experience. We all play a critical role in ensuring that our students continue to thrive. CLARKSVILLE It is the goal of Clarksville Middle School to serve as a model of Middle School excellence. We inspire, engage, and challenge every student to discover and strive to reach his or her full potential. d. R Karim Shortridge, Principal all Shop Peter Gaylord, Assistant Principal H
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• National Blue Ribbon School PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Clarksville MS • Maryland Blue Ribbon School Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Certified Green School 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Numerous Superior Ratings for Band, Level 5 32.8% 28.3% 20.1% 27.5% 16.8% 16.0% : Exceeded expectations Orchestra, and Chorus programs, Level 4: Met expectations 50.5% 49.6% 47.2% 56.1% 59.1% 54.2% including students performing at the All Level 3: Approached expectations 12.1% 16.4% 22.6% 13.2% 18.4% 20.5% County, GT, and All State levels Level 2: Partially met expectations <=5 <=5 8.3% <=5 <=5 6.9% • National Board Certified Teachers • Many CMS students recognized for Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% accomplishments at local, regional, and State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. state competitions including Young Author's Award, TAWES award, Science Olympiad, Math Counts, Youth Art Month at the Statehouse in Annapolis, Special Programs Maryland PTA Reflections Program. • National History Day State competition winners (dramatic performance and • Enrichment Seminars (Memory • Stock Market Game individual documentary) Book, Film, Engineering, • National History Bowl • Student-made environment films shown Leadership, Debate, Fishery • PTA Reflections at the HCPSS GT Film Festival Science, Photography, Writer’s Guild, Book Club, TED Talks, • National finalist for National History Day After School Programs: Girl Up, and Model UN) (junior group performance) • BUG (Bring Up Grades) Program • Academic and Athletic • Several students published in the "Our Intramurals Voice" literary magazine • Chamber Ensemble, Symphonic Orchestra, Chorus, Chamber • Drama Program • International Poetry Award Winner by Choir • Homework Club Washington Post Magazine • CMS-TV25 – Student produced • Science Olympiad • Multiple G/T research students finished Honorable Mention in top daily Live TV Morning • Girls on the Run Announcements 10% in National Toshiba Explora-Vision competition • Comets RULE! Educational Partnerships • Academic Bowl National Qualifiers • Concert Band, Jazz Band, Wind • Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. Ensemble • Odyssey of the Mind National Qualifier • Howard Community College, • Future Educators of America • Science Olympiad 5th Place Team State Department of Public Safety Winner with multiple 1st, 2nd, 3rd place • Gifted and Talented Program • Howard County Government, event winners • HCC Stream Relief Partnership Department of Public Works • Hoops for Heart • Howard County Library, Central • Outdoor Education (6th grade) Branch • Project Linus • Johns Hopkins University • Shakespeare Residency Applied Physics Laboratory • Howard County Shakespeare • Message Systems Festival • Trout Unlimited, Trout in the • STEM (FLL, Science Olympiad, Classroom Odyssey, of the Mind, Math Olympiad, Math Counts, AMC- 10, Robotics, Engineering, Computer Programming)
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Dunloggin Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
9129 Northfield Road • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-2831 • dms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1973
Additions/Renovations: 1999 (R)
School Capacity: 565 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 5 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 630
Ethnicity The Dunloggin Middle School Vision is to inspire, empower, and prepare American Indian/Alaskan 0% students to be successful in all life endeavors in a global community. Asian 34.0% Dunloggin engages every student to explore and reach his or her full Black/African American 16.2% potential. The staff, students, families, and community work together Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% to promote student growth and success within a safe and nurturing Hispanic/Latino 7.5% environment based on mutual respect, honor, and integrity. White 38.6% Two or more races 3.8% While engaging all students in the learning process, the exceptional staff at Dunloggin offers a wide variety of opportunities for our Students Receiving Special Services students to participate such as fall and spring drama programs, band, 2016–17 chorus, orchestra, academic and athletic intramurals, yearbook, TV Free/Reduced Lunch 16.5% studio, Student Government Association, and a host of other activities. Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% Common Core and STEM initiatives are integrated throughout the Special Education 6.3% curriculum to further develop the academic and intellectual skills necessary for continued student achievement. PTA members: 223
The success achieved at Dunloggin is because of the people who make up our school community. Our students are passionate, eager, and always jumping in to learn. Dunloggin staff are dedicated educators 29 who have a passion for working with students. The families in our community are the hub of our success. Words like support, community, North eld Pike and partnership come directly from the staff when asked about the Rd. Old Columbia community. Our PTA continues a collaborative relationship and act as partners in promoting the success of all students. The Dunloggin DUNLOGGIN business partners provide support to our students and staff on a Middle School 103 continual basis. mbia olu R C d. It is our goal...and passion to help students realize their dreams and to understand that hard work and commitment to their goals will lead to 100 achievement…Inspire…Empower…Prepare. 29 DMS Students are on F.I.R.E.
Jeffrey Fink, Principal Aaron Tark, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Healthy Howard School, 2010, 2011, PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Dunloggin MS 2013–2015 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Recognized by the United States Department of Education and the 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Maryland State Department of Level 5: Exceeded expectations 12.9% 8.3% 5.0% 16.8% 12.8% 5.1% Education on the National Green Level 4: Met expectations 49.8% 48.3% 42.1% 49.6% 53.3% 40.7% Ribbon School Tour Level 3: Approached expectations 24.2% 26.4% 31.4% 20.8% 21.1% 31.5% • STEM grant for additional compensation for Chesapeake Bay Stream Restoration. Level 2: Partially met expectations 9.2% 13.6% 17.2% 8.9% 10.0% 16.2% • Chesapeake Bay Stream Restoration Level 1 <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 6.6% : Did not meet expectations Wetlands Grant and Project – Multi-year State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. ongoing project devoted to clean-up, restoration and building of outdoor wetlands area for science classes, seventh grade service-learning project, Special Programs and for helping the Chesapeake Bay. • STEM grant for lego robotics and 3D printer. • DMS has partnered with the Oriole Advocates, which is part of the • Several staff achieved the Bright Minds Orioles for their Cardboard to Leather community service program. Grant for Sea Perch, Wetlands Project, • DMS is a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support) school. and Oyster Gardening. Following with our Dragon mascot, we ask our students to be on FIRE • Gifted and Talented Debate teams and each day: Focus - Integrity - Respect - Excellence. DMS achieved PBIS Living History team competitions. Gold Recognition in 2011, and 2013–2017. • DMS Band received Superior Ratings at • DMS continually works with students on character education. For State Festivals and achieved best band the 2017–18 school year, the student services team has built a award at Music in the Parks. comprehensive character education program that is infused in the • Each year, 7–15 DMS students curriculum in an ongoing process. participate in the county GT Middle • DMS has integrated a CommUnity Circles program based on School Chorus. Students also participate restorative practices. in the Music in the Park festivals and are • DMS has integrated a weekly program called FIRE Time in which awarded superior ratings each year. students meet with one consistent teacher to work on areas such as • DMS is part of the Maryland Green character education, academic enrichment, and community building. School Initiative. Due to heavy participation in environmental programs Educational Partnerships such as stream restoration and wetland • Chesapeake Bay Foundation construction projects for wildlife • Howard County Library, Miller Branch ecological/environmental studies, DMS was recognized with a Green Flag. In • Kentmorr Marina 2015, DMS was recertified as a Maryland • The Oriole Advocates, Inc. Green School. • Outback Steakhouse, Long Gate • Governor Martin O’Malley presented • Oyster Recovery Partnership DMS students with the Maryland • Sport Clips, Turf Valley Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights during • University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science a visit to the wetlands project. • Uno Chicago Grill, Long Gate • Eco-goats, Brian Knox (www.eco-goats.com/about-ecogoats.shtml)
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Elkridge Landing Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
7085 Montgomery Road • Elkridge, MD 21075 • 410-313-5040 • elms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1995
School Capacity: 779 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 2 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 693
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.1% At Elkridge Landing Middle School, students, staff and parents work Asian 15.0% collaboratively to provide a safe, nurturing environment that is focused Black/African American 22.4% on academic excellence for all. Since the school opened in 1995, the Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.1% staff has worked hard to develop a tradition of high academic standards Hispanic/Latino 5.9% and to provide enrichment activities that promote the development of White 50.7% healthy, productive and ethical citizens. Two or more races 5.8% Our talented staff recognizes the special needs of young adolescents Students Receiving Special Services and is dedicated to providing learning opportunities that foster the 2016–17 intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of our students. Free/Reduced Lunch 14.0% In addition, we encourage our students to think critically and creatively Ltd. English Proficient <5% by providing challenging and rigorous academic classes, as well as Special Education 7.7% a variety of related arts courses such as Art, Family and Consumer Sciences, World Language, Health, Music, Physical Education and PTA Members: 176 Technology Education.
Elkridge Landing is committed to having all students meet the rigorous performance standards established by our county, state and national governments. Also, to ensure a well-balanced educational experience for our students, we provide a number of extracurricular activities such 895 as the Homework Club, Jazz Band, Art Club, basketball, soccer, drama, 95 volleyball, and flag football. ELKRIDGE Community involvement is an important component of our school. In LANDING 1 addition to our PTA, we have many business partnerships established. Middle Our staff is very grateful for all of the support and encouragement we School Mo receive from the Elkridge community. ntgom ery R d. Together, the Elkridge Landing Middle School community—students, staff, parents and partners—are working to ensure the success of all our students. For more information about our school, please visit our 1 website at www.hcpss.org/elms.
Gina Cash, Principal Amy Snyder, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• PBIS Gold Award PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Elkridge Landing MS • Maryland School Assessment Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts Recognition for outstanding 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 achievement • Winner of the Howard County Junior Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% 9.1% 10.2% 8.1% Environthon Competition in Aquatics Level 4: Met expectations 40.8% 41.7% 31.6% 45.4% 45.2% 38.7% and Wildlife Level 3: Approached expectations 32.1% 29.5% 35.6% 27.7% 27.4% 27.8% • Multiple student winners at the Howard Level 2: Partially met expectations 16.7% 16.8% 26.6% 13.1% 10.2% 18.4% County Mathematics, Science and Technology Fair Level 1: Did not meet expectations 5.7% 8.6% <=5% <=5 7.1% 7.0% • Orchestra, band and choral awards State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. earned at the Music in the Parks Adjudication • Council of Elders special recognition of Special Programs more than 70 students for achievement on the MSA • Academic Intervention Program • Mathalon • Shimadzu Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Technology • Alternative Education • Memory Book Education • Art Club • Mentorship Program • Healthy Howard Award • Athletic, Music, and Art • National History Day, • Howard County Debate Team Winner Intramurals • Notebook Organization Day • Maryland Outstanding Mathematics • Book Club • “Our Voice” Literary Magazine Educator Award Winner • Debate Team School Newspaper • Howard County Library System Award • Drama • Robotics for Second Highest Level of Student • ELMS Engineers Student Leaders • Schoolwide Positive Behavior Participation in the Summer Reading • ESOL Programs (PBIS) Club • Gifted and Talented Programs • Service Learning • Mathalon: First Round Winners in the • GT Enrichment Fair • Student Leadership Inventions and Engineering Category • Green Team • Summer School • Bright Minds Foundation Grant Winner • iPad Pilot • Thunder TV Morning Show • Howard County GT band, orchestra, and • Jazz Band choir participants • Midwest Clinic, an international band and orchestra conference, student participants Business Partnerships • Maryland All-State Band participant • 4th Quarter • Howard County Library, Elkridge • Howard County Honor Band participants • Dunkin' Donuts, Washington Branch Boulevard • McDonald's, Washington • Elkridge Furnace Inn Boulevard, Elkridge • Elkridge Hurricanes • Outback Steakhouse, Long Gate • Elkridge Volunteer Fire • Pizza Hut, Montgomery Road Department • Staples, Inc. • Elkridge Youth Organization • Subway, Baltimore National Pike • Grassroots Crisis Intervention • Subway, Washington Boulevard Center, Inc. • UMBC Athletics • Green Valley Marketplace
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Ellicott Mills Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
4445 Montgomery Road • Ellicott City, MD 21043 • 410-313-2839 • emms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened EMMS originally opened in 1939. A replacement building opened in 2001.
School Capacity: 701 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 5 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 853
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Asian 32.5% Black/African American 13.4% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.5% Steeped in the historical legacy that embodies the Ellicott City area, Hispanic/Latino 5.5% Ellicott Mills Middle School fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, White 43.9% and shared responsibility amongst its staff, student, and community Two or more races 4.3% members. We believe in creating a school environment that cultivates opportunities for academic and social-emotional growth. Our mission Students Receiving Special Services statement, “engaging, challenging, and preparing today’s students 2016–17 for the jobs of tomorrow,” speaks to our commitment to preparing Free/Reduced Lunch 10.2% our students as 21st century learners. Ltd. English Proficient 0 or < 10 students Special Education 7.5% Ellicott Mills Middle was honored with the 2010 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award from the U.S. Department of PTA members: 383 Education, earned by schools on the basis of rigorous state and national requirements for high achievement and overall excellence in school programming. Ellicott Mills offers opportunities for students to participate in our award winning Chorus, Band, and Orchestra 29
programs as part of their academic schedule. Additionally, after- Lane school intramurals include a variety of musical, recreational, and St. Johns St. Old Columbia Pike academic support activities open to all students. ELLICOTT MILLS Middle School 103 We believe children are our community’s most valued assets, and a child’s achievement relies upon the partnership of home and school. Together, we can promote a nurturing and safe environment for all of 29 our children. Long Gate Pkwy Christopher Rattay, Principal 103 Michele Doyle-Wetzelberger, Assistant Principal 100
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Maryland History Day Special Prize in PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Ellicott Mills MS Legal and Constitutional History Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Women’s History Month Middle School 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 runner-up • Maryland Coalition for G/T Education Level 5: Exceeded expectations 12.2% 10.4% 8.9% 19.3% 21.5% 13.6% Contest Essay Winner Level 4 52.0% 53.0% 45.9% 44.4% 41.5% 44.5% : Met expectations • 1st Lego League Team competition Level 3: Approached expectations 22.4% 22.4% 28.8% 22.3% 23.3% 25.8% finalist, 2013, 2014, 2015 Level 2: Partially met expectations 8.6% 9.0% 11.7% 9.5% 8.2% 10.9% • Certificates of Appreciation from Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 5.2% <=5% <=5 5.5% 5.2% Grassroots Homeless Shelter and other charitable foundations State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • NAACP Certificate of Excellence in Reading, Math, and Attendance • Council of Elders special recognition of student achievement • National CSPAN History Project winner Special Programs • State and County History Day Competition winners and runners-up • Art Club • Maryland Young Authors Contest • Drama Club winners and Honorable Mention • STEM Committee recipients • Student Voice • HCPSS STEM Fair winners and Awards • Educational Partnership with Towson University of Excellence recipients • MathCounts Team • Maryland Jr. All State Choir and Orchestra participants • Student Council • State Science Fair winners and honorable mentions in Physics, Biological Science, Engineering, Educational Partnerships Creative Problem Solving • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. • Baltimore Science Fair winners in • Howard County Library, Miller Branch Biological Sciences and Physical • Northrop Grumman Corporation Sciences • Subway, Centre Park Drive • Music in the Parks Competition Superior Ratings • Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Certificate of Recognition • Carson Scholars Fund Award Recipients
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Folly Quarter Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
13500 Triadelphia Road • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-1506 • fqms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 2003
School Capacity: 662
Total Enrollment: 663
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.3% Asian 27.0% Black/African American 5.6% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% Hispanic/Latino 2.7% White 58.7% Two or more races 5.7%
The Folly Quarter Middle School faculty is dedicated to working Students Receiving Special Services together with our larger learning community to ensure that all of 2016–17 our students actively engage in learning, meet success, and are fully Free/Reduced Lunch <5.0% prepared for a positive future. To accomplish this critical mission, we Ltd. English Proficient 0 or <10 students strive daily to create an exemplary middle school by continuously Special Education 8.0% improving the quality of teaching and learning. PTA members: 325 As a learning community of students, parents, and staff, we are dedicated to creating a positive school climate—one where individuals feel respected, cared for, and valued. We want to instill that all members of the school community demonstrate respect, fairness, and kindness in 32 Burn twood their interactions, as well as build healthy relationships that are free from s Rd. harassment and discrimination. FOLLY QUARTER Middle School . Rd We are very proud of the fact that our work has been so successful! We hia elp are delighted that Folly Quarter has been recognized as a Maryland ad Tri Blue Ribbon School and a National Blue Ribbon School. Additionally, FQMS was also named the 12th Best Middle School in the USA by delp Tria hia Rd. TheBestSchools.org and the 3rd best middle school in the state of F olly Maryland by Niche.org. Q ua rte 32 r Rd In spite of these wonderful accolades, we recognize that the road . to success is always under construction. As a result, individual staff members and teams of teachers are constantly engaged in improvement planning processes and reflective exercises to ensure that Folly Quarter provides each student with a solid foundation. Our excellent teachers strive daily to ensure that students are ready and prepared as they work to reach their full potential.
Scott Conroy, Principal Lori Willoughby, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Designated as 12th Best Middle School PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Folly Quarter MS in the USA by TheBestSchools.org in Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts 2014 and 2016 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Designated as 3rd best public middle Level 5: Exceeded expectations 25.1% 21.5% 14.9% 23.0% 17.4% 18.6% school in Maryland by Niche.org for Level 4: Met expectations 56.5% 56.0% 52.7% 54.3% 60.5% 53.3% 2017–18 Level 3: Approached expectations 14.1% 16.3% 25.4% 17.2% 16.6% 20.7% • National Blue Ribbon School, 2013 • Maryland Blue Ribbon School, 2012 Level 2: Partially met expectations <=5 <=5 6.5% <=5 <=5 5.9% • Designated as a Maryland Green Level 1 <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% : Did not meet expectations School by the Maryland Association for State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Environmental and Outdoor Education 2010–18 • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Maryland Gold Special Programs Recognition School, 2010–17 • 4 National Board Certified Teachers • Academic Life Skills’ “Wake Up Wagon” Club • Highest Team Achievement Award for • Chess Club Math Olympiad in 2015–2017 • Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts • Superior ratings and Best Overall • Community Circles based on Restorative Practices Award at Music in the Parks for Band, Orchestra, and Chorus programs, • Daily TV Production (Morning News) including students performing at the All • Enrichment G/T Seminars (Book Club, Debate, Writers’ Guild, Falcon County, GT, and All State levels Watch, Photojournalism, Film Production, Philosophy, Math & Logic, • Carson Scholar Awards L.E.A.P., Programming) • Geography Bee WInners • Falcon Friends • National Scripps Spelling Bee Regional • Folly Quarter Scholars and State Winners • Girls on the Run • High Achieving Fundraising School 2017 • Howard County Geography Bee • Howard County Library Spelling Bee • Lego League • Memory Book • Outdoor Education • Outreach to local charities through the Leo Club • Percussion Ensemble Intramural • School Wellness Program • Shakespeare Troupe • Summer School Enrichment Program • Weekly Student Recognition with "Soaring to New Heights"
Educational Partnerships • Barnes & Noble Booksellers • Glenwood Lions Club • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. • Howard County Library, Glenwood Branch • Western Howard County Soccer, Inc.
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Glenwood Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
2680 Rt. 97 • Glenwood, MD 21738 • 410-313-5520 • gms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1967
Additions/Renovations 1986 (R), 1999 (R), 2000 (R), 2010 (R), 2016 HVAC renovation
School Capacity: 545 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 6 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 495
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.4% Glenwood Middle School is committed to Educating Every Student Asian 6.7% Through the Lens of Equity. To accomplish this mission and meet the Black/African American 5.4% goals of the Howard County Public School System and the Maryland Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% Common Core State Curriculum, Glenwood is focused on increasing Hispanic/Latino 6.9% student voice and improving student preparation for College and Career White 76.8% Readiness. Two or more races 3.8% The staff at Glenwood Middle School is proud to serve the unique Students Receiving Special Services academic, physical, social and emotional needs of our students. Our 2016–17 school offers students a wonderful opportunity to learn and grow Free/Reduced Lunch 5.8% in a challenging and supportive environment as they transition from Ltd. English Proficient 0 or < 10 students childhood to adolescence. We recognize each student as an individual Special Education 6.8% with his or her own unique strengths. We also know that children change and develop significantly over the course of their three years at PTSA members: 189 Glenwood, and we partner with parents during this crucial time.
At Glenwood, we strive to be the best possible. Our theme, Greatness Awaits…, provides an opportunity for every member of our school community to demonstrate the greatness that lies within. To this end, ill Roa everyone (students, teachers, parents, and community members) are Carrs M d challenged to BE REMARKABLE and DISTINGUISHED each day. This is McK endree Rd. how we define GREATNESS at Glenwood!
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HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Children’s Cancer Foundation Award of PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Glenwood MS Appreciation, 2006–14 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Green School Recognition, 2012–17 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Best Buddies International Recognition, Level 5: Exceeded expectations 11.0% 7.5% 6.1% 17.3% 13.3% 7.7% 2012–13; State Recognition, 2014 Level 4: Met expectations 51.6% 53.8% 56.8% 52.2% 52.0% 48.6% • Healthy Howard School Recognition, 2012, 2013; Silver Recognition, 2014 Level 3: Approached expectations 25.7% 26.7% 23.4% 23.5% 25.4% 28.4% Level 2 9.0% 9.6% 11.9% 5.9% 6.8% 11.3% : Partially met expectations Staff Recognition Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% • 2018 Maryland Association of State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Secondary School Principals Assistant Principal of the Year • 2017–18 Middle School Counselor of the Year Special Programs
• Leadership @GMS Educational Partnerships: - National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Chapter - • Glenwood Lions Club - Student Council - • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. - 8th Grade Leadership Class - • Howard County Library, Glenwood • KUDOS Student Recognition Program Branch • Robust after school Intramural program • Schoolwide Charity Events -- Football Frenzy -- Harvest Hustle -- Midnight Madness • Astronomy Club • Best Buddies Program • Family Math Night • Debate Team • Drama Club / Production • GT Enrichment Fair • Jazz Band • Spelling Bee • Outdoor Education • Girls on the Run • Math Counts • Maryland Green School Certification • National History Day
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Hammond Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
8100 Aladdin Drive • Laurel, MD 20723 • 410-880-5830 • hms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1971
Additions/Renovations 1989 (R/A), 1997 (A), 2007 (R), 2011 (R/A)
School Capacity: 604 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 3 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 554
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.2% Hammond Middle School has exemplified excellence in education for Asian 11.6% over 40 years. HMS was recognized by the Maryland State Department Black/African American 26.2% of Education as a Maryland Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2008 for Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.4% accelerating student achievement and improved student performance Hispanic/Latino 7.6% on the Maryland State Assessments. We were also selected as a 2009 White 45.7% National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Two or more races 8.5% Education. Students Receiving Special Services Established in 1971, our school is an 86,000 square foot facility on 2016–17 35 acres located in north Laurel. Our community is very stable and Free/Reduced Lunch 17.5% well established. The school and community share the same positive Ltd. English Proficient <5 Special Education 8.5% characteristics and are united in a very effective partnership that is reflected in our mission statement. PTA members: 221
Hammond Middle School consistently looks for approaches to serve our student population and address areas of equity and student voice. To address areas of equity, we have implemented mentoring groups Johns Ho R pkins through partnering with community organizations. To address student oad voice, we have developed our Viking Voice (SGA) to provide students with the opportunity to have an impact on decision-making. 29 Gor ma Although Hammond Middle serves its students and community well, we n n R oa are not content to maintain the status quo. To prepare our students to d Aladdi participate in a diverse and challenging world, we continue to provide Hammond Drive equally diverse and challenging instructional programs. Middle School
Aaron Dale, Ph.D., Principal 216 Lisa Smith, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
2017 PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Hammond MS • Recipient of a Kellogg’s donation Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts through their Back-to-School 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Multicultural 2017 Sweepstakes. • Silver PBIS School Level 5: Exceeded expectations 6.5% 7.0% 5.7% 14.1% 13.1% 11.6% • Participants in “Hour of Code” Level 4 43.6% 40.4% 39.0% 47.3% 40.1% 40.6% : Met expectations movement Level 3: Approached expectations 27.0% 27.9% 25.9% 22.0% 26.2% 25.3% • Council of Elders Proficient/Advanced Level 2: Partially met expectations 14.4% 17.6% 21.1% 11.2% 12.2% 14.8% MSA recognition Level 1: Did not meet expectations 8.4% 7.1% 8.3% 5.5% 8.4% 7.7% • Howard County Library System’s 2017 Summer Reading Club Participants State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. 2016 • USDA Healthier US School, 2012–2016 Special Programs • Gold PBIS School • Howard County Library System’s 2016 Summer Reading Club Champions • Alpha Achievers • Memory Book • Healthy Kids Cook-Off Winner • Book Club • National Geography Bee • Council of Elders Proficient/Advanced • Athletic Intramurals • National Spelling Bee MSA recognition • Academic Intramurals • Poetry Slam • Beyond School Hours • PBIS 2015 • Book Club • PRIDE Days • Ben Shipley received the HCPSS New Middle School Art Teacher of the Year • Boys on the Run • PTA Reflections award • Citizen of the Month • SGA (Viking Voice) • Stacie Boughn was chosen to attend the • Enrichment Fair • STEM Honeywell Space Camp for Educators • Girls on the Run • Student Art Exhibits • Gold PBIS School • Green School Initiative • Student Service Learning • Gold Healthy Howard School Program • Homework Club • Howard County Library System Summer • Hoops for Heart • TV studio and broadcast – Reading Club finalist • LEGO Robotics HMS-TV25 • Math Counts 2014 • HMS recognized as Howard County's first Sustaining Maryland Green School. Educational Partnerships: • A-OK Mentoring-Tutoring, Inc. • Chesapeake Bay Foundation • Chick-fil-A, Johns Hopkins Road • Howard Community College, Center for Service Learning • Howard County Library, Savage Branch & STEM Education Center • Robinson Nature Center, Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Harper’s Choice Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
5450 Beaverkill Road • Columbia, MD 21044 • 410-313-6929 • hcms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1973
Additions/Renovations 2001 (R)
School Capacity: 506 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 5 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 591 Harper’s Choice Middle School is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse learning community. Our students bring with them a rich Ethnicity mixture of cultures and talents that contribute to a dynamic school American Indian/Alaskan 0.2% community. Asian 8.6% Black/African American 48.6% HCMS students have access to a rigorous academic program including Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% a variety of enrichment opportunities. Enrichment opportunities at Hispanic/Latino 14.6% HCMS include 3 Lego Robotics Teams, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and White 20.8% a number of athletic and academic intramural programs including Wiffle Two or more races 7.3% Ball, Girls on the Run, Dance, Volleyball, Basketball, and Drama which are offered throughout the year. Students may participate in a multitude Students Receiving Special Services of curricular enrichment programs including HCTV, Speech and Debate, 2016–17 Filmmaking, and the Green Team. Students may also participate in our Free/Reduced Lunch 44.2% CATS (Cougar Academic Tracks for Success) after school program, a Ltd. English Proficient 5.2% partnership with Howard County Recreation and Parks. In addition to Special Education 7.8% our wide variety of academic activities, the HCMS staff, students, and community promote a safe and nurturing environment through our PTA members: 187 award-winning Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Program.
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HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Maryland Green School, Certified PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Harper's Choice MS • Maryland PBIS Silver Award, 2017 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Maryland Fine Arts Grant provides 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Shakespeare Residency Program, Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 5.7% 2012–17 Level 4: Met expectations 30.1% 30.7% 27.8% 29.4% 28.3% 27.1% • HCPSS Debate Team winners Level 3: Approached expectations 24.7% 25.6% 25.1% 25.1% 25.6% 28.7% • Bright Minds Foundation Grant Level 2: Partially met expectations 20.6% 23.5% 30.3% 22.6% 23.0% 18.4% • 2 National Board Certified Teachers Level 1: Did not meet expectations 20.0% 17.8% 13.5% 18.6% 20.6% 20.1% • History Bee Champion, 2016 • History Bowl Semifinalist, 2016 State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • Recognized a Carson Scholar, 2017 • Professional Development School in partnership with Towson University to support education interns. • CATS After School Program in Special Programs partnership with Howard County Recreation and Parks • Maryland Meals for Achievement • State Qualifier in Lego Robotics • “Our Voice” Literary Magazine Competition • Drama Program • Environmental Education Week at NorthBay Camp • Extended Day/Year Program – Bridges Grant (21st Century Community Educational Partnerships Learning Centers) for Academic Intervention and Enrichment • A-OK Mentoring-Tutoring, Inc. • Student Enrichment Activities: Research Design Class, Book Club, • Harper's Choice Community Association Debate Team, HCTV Television Production, Lego Robotics Teams, and • Howard Community College, World Culture Seminar Admissions and Advising Office • Girls on the Run • Howard County Department of • History Day Competition Recreation and Parks • Partnership with Howard County Office on Aging, providing senior • Howard County Economic Development citizen mentors Authority • Sweet Serenades (a performing arts evening sponsored by Music • Howard County General Hospital, A Boosters) Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine • Tri-M Music Honor Society • Howard County Library, Central Branch • Alternative Education Program • Howard County Office on Aging and Independence, Florence Bain Senior Center • Howard County Police Department, Harper's Choice Village Center • McDonald's, Harpers Farm Road • No Kid Hungry, Share Our Strength • Safeway, Harpers Farm Road • Salazar Catering Services/Boardroom Café • Winter Growth
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Lake Elkhorn Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
6680 Cradlerock Way • Columbia, MD 21045 • 410-313-7601 • lems.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1976
Additions/Renovations 2002 (R)
School Capacity: 643 (This does not include additional capacity provided by a portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 548
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Asian 8.6% Lake Elkhorn Middle School originally opened its doors in 1976, serving Black/African American 52.4% the community as Owen Brown Middle School. In August 2011, Lake Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% Elkhorn Middle opened its doors as the LEMS Eagles. Hispanic/Latino 16.6% White 15.3% At Lake Elkhorn Middle School, students are inspired to persevere and Two or more races 7.1% empowered to reach their full potential. As a community school, Lake Elkhorn Middle School provides a supportive learning environment, builds Students Receiving Special Services positive relationships, and engages students in rigorous instruction to 2016–17 ensure college and career readiness. Our vision parallels the Howard Free/Reduced Lunch 46.9% County Public School System’s Strategic Call to Action, Learning and Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% Leading with Equity, as we embrace diversity and ensure the academic Special Education 13.0% successes and social-emotional well-being of each of our students. PTSA members: 99 Our students are challenged every day with classroom experiences and a variety of other opportunities, including performing arts, STEAM activities, Gifted and Talented seminars, Beyond the School Hours, Academic and Athletic intramurals, and partnerships supporting mentoring for our students and parents. PBIS and our advisory program provides students LAKE and teachers the opportunity to establish relationships, student voice, ELKHORN as well as academic goal setting. Lake Elkhorn students are recognized Middle School for academic achievement and positive behaviors through our PRIDE
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HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Healthy Howard School – Gold Award, PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Lake Elkhorn MS 2015 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Howard County Library Summer 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Reading Program – First Place, 2012–14 • MESA State Champion and Fourth Place Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% 5.5% <=5 <=5% Nationally – 2015 Level 4: Met expectations 23.7% 22.6% 18.2% 25.1% 28.2% 24.8% • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Level 3: Approached expectations 29.0% 31.9% 29.2% 30.5% 30.6% 29.5% Supports (PBIS) - Bronze Award, 2017 Level 2: Partially met expectations 26.5% 24.9% 34.4% 24.4% 23.1% 23.8% • Chorus, Orchestra and Band - Excellent Level 1: Did not meet expectations 18.2% 18.6% 16.2% 14.5% 13.2% 18.6% and Superior ratings, Second place at Music in the Parks Festival State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • All-county Band, Chorus and Orchestra participants • Junior Achievement Personal Finance Challenge - First and Second Place, 2016 Special Programs • Maryland Letters About Literature – First and Second Place Winners, 2016 • Academic Mentors Science Achievement) • Alternative Education Program • Music Honor Society • Athletic intramurals: lacrosse, • National Board certified teachers Educational Partnerships: basketball, flag football and • Outdoor Education soccer • PBIS (Positive Behavioral A-OK Mentoring-Tutoring, Inc. • Actors Guild Interventions and Supports) • Continental Societies, Inc., Columbia, Maryland Chapter • Black Student Achievement • Reading and Math support Program teachers • Good Life Wellness • Debate Team • Recycling Program • Howard Community College, Center for Service Learning • Enrichment Fair • Restorative Practices • Howard Community College, Financial • Gifted and Talented Research • School-wide Wellness Program Aid Services and Seminar opportunities • Science Olympiad • Girls on the Run • Howard County Library, East Columbia • Spelling Bee Branch • Jazz Band • Student Council/Student • Howard County MultiService Center • Ladies First Mentoring Program Member of the Board • Launch Trampoline Park • Maryland Engineering • Student Lifeguards • Smile Savers Dentistry Challenges Team • Student Recognition: Principal's, • Smoothie King, Columbia • Maryland Meals For Gold and Silver Honor Roll • St. Johns Baptist Church, Mentoring Achievement breakfast program • Student Service Learning Program • Math tutor partnership with program • SECU Applied Physics Lab • Television Production Program • MESA (Math Engineering • Trout Unlimited, Trout in the Classroom
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Lime Kiln Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
11650 Scaggsville Road • Fulton, MD 20759 • 410-880-5988 • lkms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1999
Additions/Renovations 2005 (A)
School Capacity: 701
Total Enrollment: 734
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.1% Lime Kiln Middle School is a caring, compassionate learning community Asian 26.6% that nurtures and supports exemplary education for every student. All Black/African American 11.4% stakeholders – students, families, staff and other community members Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.1% – are actively involved in the process of continuous learning and Hispanic/Latino 5.5% improvement. White 49.2% Two or more races 7.1% Lime Kiln was honored with the 2011 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award from the U.S. Department of Education, earned by Students Receiving Special Services schools for rigorous state and national requirements for high achievement 2016–17 Free/Reduced Lunch <5.0% and overall excellence in school programming. In 2010, the Maryland Ltd. English Proficient 0 or <10 students State Department recognized Lime Kiln as a Maryland Blue Ribbon Special Education <5.0% School of Excellence for high achievement. PTA members: >500 In addition, with emphasis on environmental literacy, LKMS is one of Howard County’s Green Schools and recently achieved recertification in 2016 for the fourth time. We are currently working towards life time status for 2020. LKMS also earned Gold PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) awards for 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. LIME KILN . d 216 Middle School lv B Enrichment programs, fine arts, and a variety of intramurals are also n w a L strong areas at Lime Kiln. Additionally, our after-school programs Sca le ggsvil p le Rd a provide extended learning opportunities, community service, and field . 216 M experiences.
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Lucy Lublin, Principal Virginia Ober, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Special Programs
• Academic Life Skills Regional Program PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Lime Kiln MS • Best Buddies partnership with Cedar Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts Lane School 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • School wellness and fitness celebrated with Turkey Trot Level 5: Exceeded expectations 10.4% 11.9% 7.2% 23.2% 18.0% 16.1% • Extracurricular programs include school Level 4: Met expectations 57.1% 52.8% 48.3% 47.9% 55.9% 48.8% newspaper, literary competitions, Level 3: Approached expectations 22.9% 23.0% 25.6% 21.6% 19.1% 22.0% Robotics, Film/photography, Shakespeare Club, International Club, Level 2: Partially met expectations 7.6% 9.0% 15.5% 6.1% 5.9% 9.8% News Crew, PTA Drama, Aqua Havens, Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% and more. State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Educational Partnerships • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. • Howard County Library, Central Branch • Maple Lawn Business Association Accomplishments • National Aquarium in Baltimore • Salvere Health and Fitness • Jinny Bae, Art teacher, was named the 2017 Maryland Art Education Association Exemplary Career Middle Art Teacher for HCPSS. • Tom Dougherty was recognized as the 2017 Outstanding Middle School Educator by the Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics • Michele Clark was named the 2017 New Science Educator by the Maryland Association of Science Teachers. • Mary Stein, Cluster Nurse, was recognized as the Maryland State Education Association 2017 Education Support Personnel of the Year. • Designated a Maryland Green School by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education in 2008, 2012, and 2016. • “Best in Nation” Verizon Innovative App Challenge, 2014–15. • National Certified Wildlife Habitat for our Butterfly Garden and Bluebird Trail. • Received a Bright Minds Grant to establish our LIttle Bits Engineering Seminar. • Three students competed in the National History Day competition in 2016; three other students also reached the national level in 2015. • Three student films were shown as part of Howard County Environmental Film Festival, 2014–15. • LKMS was selected to have an experiment (The Effect of Microgravity on Chryseobacterium Aquaticum Growth) as the official flight experiment for Mission 3 in Howard County. • Student debate teams have received numerous awards, with several students participating with high school teams. • Students placed third in the Maryland Science Olympiad in 2016. • MSDE awarded LKMS a “Students Improving Maryland Award” to build a Legacy Learning Trail on school grounds. • Students have been named to GT Orchestra, county GT Band, Junior All State Orchestra, Enrichment Orchestra, and the Honors Band.
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Mayfield Woods Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
7950 Red Barn Way • Elkridge, MD 21075 • 410-313-5022 • mwms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1991
School Capacity: 798 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 2 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 712
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.1% Asian 12.8% Black/African American 28.9% Mayfield Woods is a vibrant learning community that prepares students Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% to thrive in a diverse and dynamic world. We are proud of our tradition Hispanic/Latino 19.7% of academic excellence and family involvement, and each day we strive White 31.7% to prepare our students for the changing world that awaits them. Two or more races 6.7%
We are committed to ensuring that every student meets rigorous Students Receiving Special Services performance standards in a caring atmosphere where students can 2016–17 respect, learn about and appreciate the differences of others. As Free/Reduced Lunch 33.4% #onemayfield who values diversity, unity and community, we are aligned Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% to the HCPSS Strategic Call to Action: Learning and Leading with Equity. Special Education 8.3%
Mayfield Woods Middle School provides a rigorous course of study PTA members: 275 while offering enrichment opportunities for all students. We take pride in integrating technology, creativity and critical thinking in each class. In addition, we strive to give students opportunities to learn and grow beyond the walls of their classrooms through our various instructional seminars, clubs and afterschool programs. 103 Our talented staff is devoted to our students’ academic success while MAYFIELD 100 developing strong relationships with students, their families and the WOODS community. Active community relationships and parent involvement Middle School strengthen the overall middle school experience for our children and we Red Barn value the collaborative nature of our community. Way Mayeld Mayfield Woods Middle School’s successes are based on the Ave. contributions of students who value education and are interested in learning, professional educators who are caring and dedicated, and 108 parents who are committed to promoting education as a significant 95 part of our community. Working together prepares our students to successfully meet the challenges of the future, and we are proud and honored to be a partner in your child’s education.
Melissa Shindel, Principal Mark Murray, Assistant Principal Monica Stevens, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Gold Award for PBIS (Positive Behavioral PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Mayfield Woods MS Interventions and Supports) Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Howard County History Day Winners 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Howard County Middle School Science Level 5: Exceeded expectations 6.1% <=5 <=5% 6.1% <=5 5.6% Fair Winners Level 4: Met expectations 34.5% 36.9% 34.9% 36.2% 39.5% 35.2% • Maryland State Solo and Ensemble Level 3: Approached expectations 27.5% 29.3% 32.2% 25.5% 32.1% 32.8% Festival – Superior Ratings • Howard County Public Library Poetry Level 2: Partially met expectations 20.5% 20.6% 22.1% 20.8% 15.9% 16.6% Contest winner Level 1: Did not meet expectations 11.4% 9.0% 7.5% 11.4% 8.7% 9.8% • Green School State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org.
Educational Partnerships • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Special Programs Greater Howard County Pearls • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter • #onemayfield • Hoops for Heart • Bella Mia Pizzeria and Restaurant • Academic Lifeskills • Hour of Code • Continental Societies, Inc., Southeastern • After School Tutoring and • Leadership Program Howard/Laurel Chapter Intramural Program • Literary Magazine Club • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, • Alternative Education Program • MakerSpace / MayfieldSpace Inc. • Ben Carson Scholarship Award • MayFest • Howard County Library, Elkridge Branch Recipient • Mayfield Bulldog Brain Time • Jason's Deli • Beyond School Hours Program (#MayfieldBBT) • Jersey Mike’s Subs, Columbia • Book Club • Mayfield Coffee Cart • Johns Hopkins University Applied • Bright Minds Foundation Grant • Memory Book Physics Laboratory • Citizen of The Month • National Board Certified • Junior Achievement of Central • Council of Elders Recognition Teachers Maryland, Inc. Program • National History Day • Nightmare Graphics, Inc. • Cultural Arts Programs, Chorus, • National Scripps Spelling Bee • Smoothie King, Columbia Band and Orchestra • Outdoor Education • Daily TV Production – Morning • PBIS Program News • Peer Helpers • Debate Team • Photography Club • Designing Quality Inclusive • PTA Reflections Education Grant • Recycling Program • Drama Club • Service Learning • Enrichment Fair • Spelling Bee School and HCLS • ESOL Competition • Geography Bee Competition • STEM – after school program • Gifted and Talented Program • Student Government Association • Healthy Howard Schools • TED-Ed Program • Wellness Wednesdays • High Achievers
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Mount View Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
12101 Woodford Drive • Marriottsville, MD 21104 • 410-313-5545 • mvms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1993
School Capacity: 798 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 2 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 819
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.2% Asian 33.8% Black/African American 5.9% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% Hispanic/Latino 2.8% MVMS is committed to academic excellence. Our rigorous instructional White 52.1% program engages students through relevant, real world classroom Two or more races 5.1% experiences. The instruction is designed to provide students a thorough grounding in essential knowledge and skills that will give them a leading Students Receiving Special Services 2016–17 edge in tomorrow’s global environment. Free/Reduced Lunch <5.0% Ltd. English Proficient 0 or <10 students The goal for a safe and innovative environment integrates teaching Special Education <5.0% and learning with technology tools and Common Core curriculum. Our students share an important voice in school decisions. PTA members: 400
The talents of all our students are showcased through curricular activities such as chorus, chamber choir, band, jazz band, orchestra, TV studio production, as well as GT Seminars and World Language. After-school MOUNT VIEW activities such as science bowl, academic bee, geography bee, coding Middle School
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Allen Cosentino, Principal Kim Hess, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• State of Maryland Green School PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Mount View MS Certification, 2011–17 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Healthy Howard School Award, 2010–16 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • MVMS Band received all superior ratings at District and State Festivals Level 5: Exceeded expectations 16.3% 15.2% 9.7% 18.6% 11.5% 19.8% (2007–17) and received recognition at Level 4: Met expectations 57.5% 58.2% 57.3% 53.8% 52.9% 48.6% Music in the Parks Level 3: Approached expectations 19.2% 18.0% 20.8% 19.9% 23.6% 21.5% • MVMS Orchestra received superior Level 2: Partially met expectations 5.1% 6.4% 10.4% 6.2% 8.4% 8.5% ratings at the District Festival, 2007–17 • MVMS band, orchestra and chorus Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% all received superior ratings at the State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Maryland Assessment Festival 2017 • MVMS awarded Gold PBIS School by MSDE, 2010–16 • Presented with the Vernon P. Johnson Exceptional Citizen Stewardship Award, Special Programs 2014 • Professional Development School in • Quarterly academic recognition, • Culture Club partnership with Loyola College to Positive Postcards, High Fives, • Debate Team support education interns PBIS Falcon Days, and Student • Environmental Film of the Month Recognitions • Environmental Leadership Team • School wellness and fitness • Falcon Friends celebrated with the Turkey Trot Educational Partnerships and March Madness Basketball • Fantasy Football Club • Head Start, Ellicott City Center Tournament • Flag Football • Howard County Library, Glenwood • Student participation in 6th • Geography Bee Branch grade honor chorus, 7th and • Green Team • Howard County Fire Department 8th grade GT chorus, All-State • How Girls Code Junior Chorus • Oyster Recovery Partnership • Jazz Band • Bully Prevention lessons for • Sport Clips, Turf Valley • MVTV daily broadcast every grade level • Turf Valley Resort • Night of the Ensembles • Extended Day programs in Reading, Math, Homework, and • Robotics organizational groups • School Play • National History Day • School Wellness • 6th Grade Outdoor Education • School Yearbook • Archery • SGA • Astronomy Club • SIT student members • Badminton • Spelling Bee • Basketball • Staff/Student mentoring • Book Club • Strategy Games Club • Coding Club • Student Ambassadors • Community Outreach
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Murray Hill Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
9989 Winter Sun Road • Laurel, MD 20723 • 410-880-5897 • mhms.hcpss.org/
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1997
School Capacity: 662 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 6 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 700
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Asian 15.7% Black/African American 45.3% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.1% Hispanic/Latino 19.6% In alignment with the HCPSS Mission of preparing students White 15.1% to thrive in a dynamic world, each member of the Murray Hill Two or more races 4.1% Middle School faculty and staff is committed to providing students with a world-class education designed to prepare each Students Receiving Special Services learner for the transition to high school and ultimately college 2016–17 and career readiness. Murray Hill Middle School has developed Free/Reduced Lunch 33.4% Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% and successfully implemented a schoolwide plan for integrating Special Education 9.4% literacy across the content areas and cross-curricular links to mathematics to ensure demonstrated academic growth for all PTA members: 260 students. Daily, our highly qualified teachers provide students with performance-based instruction linked to the Howard County School System’s Curriculum and the Common Core State Standards.
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Lisa Smithson, Principal Andrea Harmon, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• 2014–15 Platinum School Award: PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Murray Hill MS Healthy Howard Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Award Winning Music Programs 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 5.3% Level 4: Met expectations 34.2% 33.2% 31.4% 33.3% 31.6% 33.8% Level 3: Approached expectations 28.4% 31.3% 31.4% 29.1% 31.6% 33.8% Educational Partnerships: • The Anthony Corrao Team of Long and Level 2: Partially met expectations 23.5% 24.2% 25.3% 20.9% 23.0% 18.7% Foster Real Estate, Inc. Level 1: Did not meet expectations 10.4% 9.0% 8.6% 12.1% 11.2% 8.3% • Chick-fil-A, Johns Hopkins Road State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • Continental Societies, Inc., Southeastern Howard/Laurel Chapter (supports our Passport to Success: College and Career Night) Special Programs • Eggspectation • Five Below, Inc. • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Award Inc. • Grade 6–8 World Language Program: Chinese, French, and Spanish • Howard County Economic Development • Murray Hill Student Ambassadors Program Authority • Towson University Professional Development Center • Howard County Library, Savage Branch • Regional Program Services & STEM Education Center • MESA (Math Engineering and Science Achievement) Program • Howard County MultiService Center • National Scripps Spelling Bee • Student of the Month • Academic Intervention Program • After School Programs: Academic • After School Programs: Athletic Intramurals • After School Programs: Drama Program • After School Programs: Girls on the Run • Black Student Achievement Program Liaison • Howard County Library Spelling Bee • Jazz Band • Student Council • Talent Show • TV studio and broadcast
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Oakland Mills Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
9540 Kilimanjaro Road • Columbia, MD 21045 • 410-313-6937 • omms.hcpss.org/
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1972
Additions/Renovations: 1998 (R)
School Capacity: 506
Total Enrollment: 472
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Asian 4.5% Established in 1972, Oakland Mills Middle School is located in the Black/African American 40.3% heart of a caring, strong and diverse community. Our vision parallels Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% the Howard County Public School System’s Vision as we embrace Hispanic/Latino 20.6% diversity and ensure the academic successes and social-emotional well White 26.7% being of each of our students. Two or more races 8.1%
We are proud of our staff, students and community. Students work Students Receiving Special Services hard to meet and exceed curricular expectations. Staff members create 2016–17 rigorous and engaging lessons and work in collaborative communities to Free/Reduced Lunch 47.3% increase their skills and to inform their professional practices. Students Ltd. English Proficient 6.0% participate in the arts, take field trips and enjoy grant-funded activities Special Education 11.7% in science and math. Our music students continue to receive honors and awards, across the nation, at adjudicated events! After-school programs PTA members: 100 are offered in addition to our academic programming. These programs include the arts, athletics, and many other activities. We are committed to ensuring that Oakland Mills Middle School is a fantastic school for each and every child.
For the past ten years, the school has earned Exemplary level recognition for our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports 29 Program from MSDE. We celebrate a different theme each quarter: 175 Respect, Responsibility, and Being Ready, and we recognize students daily with Positive Office Referrals! Oakland Mills Middle school believes OAKLAND MILLS in the power of community; staff and students work hard to develop and Middle School St
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Megan Chrobak, Principal Regina Coleman, Assistant Principal Q Smith-Green, Leadership Intern
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Maryland Mathalon participant 2017 – PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Oakland Mills MS 2nd/5th Places in Inventions Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • 2017 Bike/Walk to School Day 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Participant and Essay Contest Winners • Over 60% of OMMS students Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% participate in a Music Ensemble Level 4: Met expectations 26.1% 23.0% 22.8% 27.1% 29.5% 30.5% • Consecutive year recipients of "Superior Level 3: Approached expectations 28.2% 33.6% 31.8% 28.9% 30.8% 29.5% Ratings" for Band, Chorus and Level 2: Partially met expectations 27.3% 28.5% 29.0% 24.8% 23.3% 21.1% Orchestra at county, state and national assessments Level 1: Did not meet expectations 17.3% 14.3% 15.7% 15.9% 14.4% 16.0% • Consecutive year recipients of "First State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Place Band, Orchestra, Chorus" and "Best Overall Band, Orchestra, Chorus" Awards at Music in the Parks Adjudication Festival • Howard County Healthy School Special Programs Certification • 2017 Code Slam Team Honors • African American History • National Network of Partnership • 2017 MESA: 3rd Place in Hovercraft and Schools • Alternative Education Program Prosthetics • Outdoor Education Programs • Art Club • PBIS Exemplar School, 2005 to present • Performing Arts Programs • “Bee” Participants – Spelling, • US Naval Grant Award/SeaPerch National Geographic, etc. • Photojournalism Underwater Remote Vehicle Kits • Beyond School Hours • Chamber Choir • 2017 Art Auction: Student’s raised Afterschool Program • Ritmo Latino Mentoring $1000 for Hurricane Relief • Black Student Achievement • Rubik’s Cube Club • Student Art Work on Display at Walters Program • Spring Musical (Annually) Art Gallery • Code Slam • School-wide Incentive Programs • Computer Programming (PBIS) featuring Falcon’s Nest • Debate Team Store • Falcon News Television • Student Ambassadors Program Educational Partnerships Production • Student Book Club • City on a Hill Community Church • Film Production • Student Advisory Group • Columbia Youth and Teen Center @ The • Girls on the Run (Leadership/Student Voice Barn • Hispanic Student Achievement Program) • Giant Food – Distribution Operations Team • TED ED Public Speaking Club • Howard County Library, East Columbia • Jazz Band • Wall Street Game Branch • Math Team • Writers Workshop • Howard County Multi-Service Center • MESA • Yearly Author Visits • Oakland Mills Community Association • Okinawan Karate Dojo • Smoothie King, Columbia • Oakland Mills Interfaith Center
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Patapsco Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
8885 Old Frederick Road • Ellicott City, MD 21043 • 410-313-2848 • pms.hcpss.org/
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1969
Additions/Renovations 1974 (R), 1996, 2003 (R/A), 2004 (R/A)
School Capacity: 643 (This does not include additional capacity provided by 2 portable classrooms.)
Total Enrollment: 706
Ethnicity Since opening our doors in 1969, Patapsco Middle School has maintained American Indian/Alaskan 0.3% a tradition of high academic standards, positive school climate, and Asian 33.6% a strong collaborative relationship among the community, staff and Black/African American 11.2% students. At Patapsco, we work hard to create an atmosphere of Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.3% exploration and accomplishment so that each student has the opportunity Hispanic/Latino 6.8% for academic success and positive character development. Students are White 45.2% the number one priority. Two or more races 2.7%
As a school community, we recognize the uniqueness of middle school- Students Receiving Special Services aged students and challenge them to think creatively and critically as they 2016–17 strive for excellence. We encourage responsible decision-making and Free/Reduced Lunch 14.9% respect for self and others. Patapsco Middle is committed to having all Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% students meet the rigorous performance standards established by county, Special Education 6.0% state, and national agencies in order to promote college and career readiness. PTA members: 350
Recognizing the importance of a well-balanced educational program that meets the needs of all our students, our academic program features Rog er 99 s A comprehensive coursework that is complemented by a large variety of ve enriching and supplemental opportunities both within the school day as . well as beyond normal school hours. We offer a wide range of services and special programs designed specifically to meet the needs of our 70 diverse student population. PATAPSCO Middle School We welcome visitors to Patapsco and encourage our community members to partner with us to ensure the success of all our students. Talented staff, involved families, and respectful students make Patapsco a 29 great place to work and learn!
Cynthia Dillon, Principal Michael Cometa, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Bright Minds “Composers in the Cloud” PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Patapsco MS Grant, 2015, 2016 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Healthy Howard School – Gold 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Howard County GT Middle School Level 5: Exceeded expectations 10.2% 8.5% 6.4% 11.1% 9.7% 8.1% Chorus, Band, Orchestra and Sinfonia Level 4: Met expectations 55.2% 54.6% 51.7% 47.0% 48.0% 44.2% • Howard County Vocal and Instrumental Solo and Ensemble Festival Level 3: Approached expectations 18.8% 20.2% 26.1% 24.4% 25.4% 28.4% • Howard County 6th Grade Honors Level 2: Partially met expectations 11.5% 10.3% 11.1% 12.3% 9.7% 12.9% Chorus, Orchestra, and Band Level 1: Did not meet expectations <=5 6.4% <=5% 5.2% 7.3% 6.4% • Maryland Certified Green School • Maryland Junior All-State Band and State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Orchestra participants • Music in the Parks Festival 1st Place winners Special Programs • MESA 1st Place Winners • STEM Sweepstakes Winner, 2014 • Clubs: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, • Music Programs: Jazz Club, • STEM Computer Science and Chemistry Book Club, Cross Country, Jazz Ensemble, Knight Music: Winners, 2015 Debate, Drama, Dungeons & 8th Grade Recital, Percussion • Stock Market Game State and Regional Dragons, Film/TV Production, Ensemble, World Music Winners (Regional winner Spring 2016) Flag Football, Grammar Drumming Ensemble, and String Groupies, Green Team, Quartet Homework, Lego Robotics, • National Bees: Geography, Memory Book, Spanish History, and Script’s Spelling Educational Partnerships: Conversation, Tchoukball, • National Mock Student Election • Aristotle Circle Peer Tutors Volleyball • Noble Knights • Chesapeake Shakespeare Company • Battle of the Books • Outdoor Education Program • The Horizon Foundation • CodeHER Club • Patapsco Pals • Howard County Food Bank • Drama, Dungeons, & Dragons • Patapsco Faire • Howard County General Hospital, A • Enrichment Fair • Patapsco Performers Drama Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine • Extended Day Program Group • Howard County Library, Miller Branch • Guilds: Literary and Writers • "Patapsco's Promise" Service • Junior Achievement of Central • Hall of Acknowledgment Honor Learning Program Maryland, Inc. Roll • Professional Development • Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems • International Table Soccer School • UMBC Education Department • Knight Morning Show • Six Flags Read to Succeed • Vocelli Pizza • Knight Time • Shakespeare Residency • Mathathon/Math Olympiad/ • Student Council Math Counts • MESA
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Patuxent Valley Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
9151 Vollmerhausen Road • Savage, MD 20763 • 410-880-5840 • pvms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 1989
Addition/Renovation: 2017 (R)
School Capacity: 760
Total Enrollment: 618
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0% Patuxent Valley Middle School, Home of the Bulldogs, has as its mission Asian 15.4% to develop an environment where students, staff, and parents work Black/African American 38.7% together to enhance student achievement and develop a thriving Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0.2% educational center within the community. Our conviction is that all Hispanic/Latino 15.5% students will be successful and will meet or exceed local, state and White 24.9% national standards; but more importantly, our students will be high-school Two or more races 5.3% ready by the end of eighth grade. Students Receiving Special Services The middle school years are a time of very active learning about oneself, 2016–17 relationships with others, and the larger world. We want to ensure that our Free/Reduced Lunch 32.9% students have the right tools, knowledge, and guidance to have a healthy Ltd. English Proficient 5.5% and joyful experience. We are committed to providing a place where Special Education 7.2% teaching and learning are exciting and students are guided to handle increased responsibilities. PTA members: 209 The staff at Patuxent Valley Middle School is proud to serve the unique academic, physical, social and emotional needs of our students. Our school offers students wonderful opportunities to learn and grow in challenging and supportive environments as they transition from childhood to adolescence. We celebrate that each student will change and develop significantly over the course of these three years. Gu i 95 lf ord Rd.
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We are confident that with the support of the entire school community, coupled with our dedicated staff, great things will continue to happen at Patuxent Valley Middle School.
Rick Robb, Principal Kim Mahle, Assistant Principal HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Special Programs
• 8th Period After School Program, PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Patuxent Valley MS Academic Enrichment Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • All Sports Club 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Book Club Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% 7.4% <=5 5.5% • BSAP (Black Student Achievement Level 4: Met expectations 33.4% 32.1% 26.6% 33.9% 31.3% 27.2% Program) Level 3: Approached expectations 31.1% 29.4% 29.8% 27.2% 30.6% 27.1% • BSAP Parent Empowerment Academy • Chess Academy Level 2: Partially met expectations 18.8% 21.9% 28.7% 20.3% 19.0% 25.0% • Creative Writing Club Level 1: Did not meet expectations 14.0% 14.4% 13.9% 11.3% 14.2% 15.1% • Computer Coding Club State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • Debate Team • Documentary Film • Dungeons and Dragons • GT Seminars Accomplishments • Hispanic Student Achievement Program and Liaison • Black Saga 2015 State Champions • Honor Roll Principal's, Gold, and Silver • Chorus First Place Division Winners 2017 Recognition Ceremonies • Creative Writing Club - Excellence in Instruction Award 2015 • International Soccer Club • Healthy Howard Gold School 2015 • International Society • Healthy Howard MS Innovation Award • Jazz Band • Healthy Little Cooks MS County Winning Student • Morning News Television Production • String Orchestra First Place Division Winners 2017 • National History Day Competition • Symphonic Band First Place Division Winners 2017 • National Junior Honor Society • Our Voice Magazine creative writing submissions • Outdoor Education Experience Educational Partnerships • PVMS Dance Program • Continental Societies, Inc., Southeastern Howard/Laurel Chapter • Parent Empowerment Program • Giant Food – Distribution Operations • Passport to Success College and Career • Howard County Library, Savage Branch & STEM Education Center Fair • Howard County MultiService Center • Positive Behavioral Interventions and • Mathnasium Supports (PBIS), PVMS Bulldog B.A.R.K. Incentive Program, including BARK BUCKS • Spelling Bee • Students of Success (Student Leadership Group) • Student Council • Student Service Learning • Yearbook Club • Young Authors Contest
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Thomas Viaduct Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
7000 Banbury Drive • Hanover, MD 21076 • 410-313-8711 • tvms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened: 2014
School Capacity: 701
Total Enrollment: 687
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.2% Asian 16.0% Black/African American 43.8% Hawaiian/Pacific Islander 0% The path to middle school success includes great leadership, engaged Hispanic/Latino 17.5% instructional staff, and engaged students. At TVMS, we raise and White 18.1% purposefully develop each unique strength for students and staff so Two or more races 4.5% we can influence others and create an innovating and caring learning environment for all. Students Receiving Special Services 2016–17 Thomas Viaduct was designed to lead in both energy and design, making Free/Reduced Lunch 42.7% students the forefront of every facet of our practice. Our three TVMS Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% “touchstones” infuse every aspect of this innovative learning environment Special Education 8.0% and involve every member of the school community: connect, collaborate, and create. PTA members: 169
CONNECT – Students and teachers will discover their natural strengths Business Partners and interests. Classroom projects will connect learning activities with the • Chick-fil-A, Arundel Mills Circle larger world through advanced technology. Families will be invited to take • Green Valley Marketplace an active role in learning activities and school events. • Howard County Library, Elkridge Branch COLLABORATE – Students will regularly work on learning projects in • Josephine B. Scheffenacker Education small groups to solve problems and practice life and work skills. Teams of Trust teachers will create cross-content lessons and share resources. Families will be invited to take an active role in school events and instructional planning, and collaborate with educators to foster each child’s success.
CREATE – Classrooms will be creative learning environments where art, 100 95 music, and technology are infused throughout all subject areas. Each child will have opportunities to excel in the classroom through creative Washington Blvd. 1 projects that tap into individual strengths and interests. Families will be encouraged to explore enrichment resources and share how learning relates to the outside world, both at home and at school. Four innovative 95 signature programs will engage every TVMS student in learning and THOMAS inspire their personal growth. These initiatives offer excellent potential to VIADUCT enhance teaching and learning at TVMS. Middle School 175 Shiney Ann John, Principal 295 100 Stephanie Harden, Assistant Principal Greg Lertora, Assistant Principal
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• 2017 MCTM Outstanding Award for PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Thomas Viaduct MS Teacher Leader Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • Maryland Center for Character 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 Education (MCCE): School of the Year, 2015–16, 2016–17 Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% <=5 <=5 <=5% • Ben Carson Scholarship Award Recipient Level 4: Met expectations 26.0% 24.4% 22.1% 31.5% 30.8% 29.8% 2016–2017 Level 3: Approached expectations 31.8% 33.0% 38.2% 31.1% 32.9% 30.6% • 2014 MAEA HCPSS Master Middle Level 2: Partially met expectations 23.5% 27.5% 28.7% 21.2% 22.0% 23.7% School Art Teacher Award Level 1: Did not meet expectations 16.8% 14.5% 8.5% 12.0% 11.9% 12.0% • 2014 MCTM Beginning Math Teacher of the Year State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. • National Board Certified Teachers • Student Art displayed at HCPSS Board of Education
Special Programs
• Academic Life Skills • School Wellness Program for students to apply in school, career, • Beyond the Wolf Den After- • Service Learning and life. Each student will identify their School Program • Student and Teacher of the three strongest emerging talents to help • Black Student Achievement Month Recognitions them gain insight and ways to use them in the classroom and in life. Naviance allows Program • Summer School Enrichment students to discover and explore many • Classroom-Focused Program career fields, and gain firsthand insight from Improvement Process (CFIP) • WatchDogs (Dads of Great professionals active in areas of interest. • CodeHER Club Students) • Daily TV Production (Morning Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) News) World Language Instruction – allows students and staff to use personal • ESOL TVMS students have access to smartphones and tablets to connect to • Green Team French and Spanish language the internet for instructional activities, to enhance learning, personal productivity, • Grow Strong Middle School instruction. Online textbooks and resources allow students to extend collaboration, and access to instructional • Howard County Conservancy language learning beyond the resources. • Howard County Library Spelling school day. Students collaborate Bee with others around the globe on AP Vertical Articulation prepares middle • MESA (Math Engineering and real-world projects that relate to school students with the knowledge and Science Achievement) Program the target culture. skills that enable high levels of participation • Memory Book and achievement in rigorous Advanced • Outdoor Education Career Exploration through Placement (AP) coursework in high school, Naviance – Naviance is a web- which prepares students for success in • Positive Behavior Intervention based program that lets students college, and has been associated with and Support Program (PBIS) learn about their strengths and higher levels of academic achievement. • Reading, Math, Special reflect on their interests. These Education Support Teachers assessments provide action steps
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org Wilde Lake Middle School PROFILE 2017–18
10481 Cross Fox Lane • Columbia, MD 21044 • 410-313-6957 • wlms.hcpss.org
Fast Facts
Facility opened Original building: 1969 Replacement building: 2017
School Capacity: 760
Total Enrollment: 610
Ethnicity American Indian/Alaskan 0.7% In January, 2017, our school community transitioned into the new Wilde Asian 6.2% Lake Middle, Maryland’s First Net Zero School. The school is designed as Black/African American 50.8% a LEED Platinum building with solar panels and a geothermal heat pump Hawaiian/Pacific Islander .2% system. One year later, we are proud to share that we have surpassed Hispanic/Latino 10.8% the “Net Zero” goal of producing as much energy as we use in a year’s White 24.4% time. Positioned to be the most energy conscious and efficient school Two or more races 6.9% in the state, we embrace the awesome learning opportunities that our new facility affords students, staff, and community. We continue working Students Receiving Special Services intentionally as a school community to improve the “Wilde Lake Way” so 2016–17 that all of our students and families feel the pride in being part of a top- Free/Reduced Lunch 41.5% notch middle school in a new facility. Ltd. English Proficient <5.0% Special Education 9.1% Students at Wilde Lake Middle School are challenged by rigorous academic standards and supported by a variety of programs from GT instructional PTSA members: 210 seminars and world language classes to academic intervention and an after school tutoring/homework program. Our talented staff recognizes the unique needs of adolescents and is dedicated to providing learning opportunities that foster the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of our students. To ensure a well-balanced educational experience, we provide a number of extracurricular activities including WILDE LAKE Bridges After School Program (JAWS). Tiger Shark Theatre Company, Middle School Tw i Code(HER), Mathalon Team, Heart and Sole, and Yearbook Club. n R ivers Rd . We have a strong and supportive PTSA that is passionate about serving all students, and we are proud of the business partnerships that we have
Little Governor Warfield Pkwy 29 established. Our staff is grateful for all of the support we receive from the Pa tu Columbia community. Together the WLMS community is working to ensure x ent Pkwy. the success of all our students by instilling the “Wilde Lake Way” of being Land Pkwy. respectful, responsible, ready and safe. The doors of Wilde Lake Middle Broken are always open to new learning opportunities that enhance the richness of our diverse cultural blend of students.
Anne Swartz, Principal Alexia Couch, Assistant Principal Denise Young, Assistant Principal James McVey - Leadership Intern
HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM Achievement Data Accomplishments
• Ben Carson Scholarship Award Recipient PARCC Assessment Performance Results – Wilde Lake MS – 2017, 2016 Performance Level Mathematics English Language Arts • BGE Green Grant Recipient – 2017 2017 2016 2015 2017 2016 2015 • Chorus, Orchestra and Band – Superior Level 5: Exceeded expectations <=5 <=5 <=5% 6.8% <=5 <=5% and Excellent ratings, Music in the Parks Festival Level 4: Met expectations 26.7% 21.1% 24.7% 30.8% 31.1% 30.9% • HCPSS Gifted and Talented Educator Level 3: Approached expectations 27.4% 30.5% 28.8% 21.6% 24.6% 25.7% Awards, 9 Staff Members Recognized, Level 2: Partially met expectations 27.1% 30.5% 30.7% 20.2% 22.5% 22.8% 2017, 13 Staff Members Recognized, Level 1: Did not meet expectations 16.8% 16.6% 13.7% 20.5% 18.2% 15.9% 2016 • Howard County Arts Council Grant State accountability information can be accessed at www.mdreportcard.org. Recipient - Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Residency - 2017-2018 • Howard County History Day Winners, 2017 Special Programs • Howard County Office of Children and Families, Celebrating Successes Award • Alternative Education Program • Honor Society Recipient, 2017 • Black Student Achievement • Hoops for Heart • Howard County Library Summer Reading Program – Second Place, 2016 Program (BSAP) • Howard County Middle School • Bridges Grant (After-School GT Chorus • Maryland Letters About Literature – Student State Finalist, 2016 Program) • Howard County Reading Council • Bright Minds Foundation, Young Authors’ Contest • Maryland PBIS* Exemplar Gold School – 2017, 2016, *Positive Behavioral Computers for Students • Jazz Band Interventions and Support Program • Maryland Mathalon Team • Career Day • National Board Certified Educational Partnerships • Code(HER) Teachers • A-OK Mentoring-Tutoring, Inc. • Community Circles • National History Day • BGE • Family STEAM Night • Net Zero Energy Elective Course • HCYP Basketball Association • Field Day • PTSA Music Boosters • Howard County Library, Central Branch • Future City Competition, • Scholastic Book Fair • Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems 2016–17 • Sea Perch, Underwater Robotics • Wilde Lake Community Association • Girls on the Run • Student Government Association • Green School Initiative • Tiger Shark Theatre Company • GT Seminars (African American • WLMS Tiger Sharks Basketball History, Book Club, Debate Team Team, Entomology, Global • Yearbook Club Equity Now, TV Production, Writers Guild)
Howard County Public School System • 10910 Clarksville Pike • Ellicott City, MD 21042 • 410-313-6600 • www.hcpss.org