Important News

GMS Spring Picture Day: 3/16/2026

Spring Picture Day is March 16! Want to order pictures? Option 1: Go to mylifetouch.com and enter the Picture Day ID EVTWZW6G8. Print out the receipt and have your student hand it to the photographer on Picture Day. Option 2: Complete the paper Picture Day form (one came home with your student on 3/9) and enclose the exact payment. Return…

HCPSS HBCU College and Career Fair

HCPSS will host its second annual HBCU College and Career Fair on March 7, 2026, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at Guilford Park High School. Over 20 HBCU representatives will be in attendance to provide students and families with information on admissions, scholarships, and pathways to higher education. Many HBCUs offer rolling admission, making this event especially beneficial for…

Calling All Writers and Photographers! Our Voice 2026

Do you have a student who loves to write poems, short stories, or personal essays? Or one who enjoys photography and capturing creative moments on camera? We invite families to encourage their students to participate in a wonderful countywide opportunity. The Howard County Middle School Creative Works Magazine, Our Voice, is now accepting submissions for this year’s edition. This annual…

Order a 2025-26 Yearbook Today!

It’s time to order the 2025-2026 GMS yearbook! The 2026 Glenwood Middle School yearbook is now on sale for $30! Orders will be accepted until April 12th! ****We do not order extra yearbooks. If you would like for your child to receive a yearbook, please order a yearbook before the deadline**** Ready to order? Visit ybpay.lifetouch.com Enter Yearbook ID 13765826…

HCPSS Special Education Resource Fair

HCPSS Special Education Resource Fair Families are invited to attend the 4th Annual HCPSS Special Education Resource Fair hosted by the Department of Special Education (DSE). Click here for a copy of the flier. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location: Cedar Lane School, 11630 Scaggsville Road, Fulton, MD This free event connects families of…

MAP Testing, Winter 2026

This winter, students in grades 6-8 will take the Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment, as they do each year. The data from the MAP assessment will help schools and teachers measure your student’s academic progress. The MAP test does not affect grades and the difficulty adjusts depending on how your child responds. It is normal for students to only…