The first day of school is September 2, 2025, for most students and September 4, 2025, for Prekindergarten. Be sure to review the HCPS Back to School Checklist, complete required forms, and get important updates before the first day. Click here to view the full checklist and resources.

7 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Back to school checklist graphic

The portable communication device policy outlines when and how students can use cell phones, smartwatches, and other devices during the school day. Restrictions vary by grade level. Review the full policy by clicking here.

18 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Graphic outlining portable communication device rules for students. Includes guidelines for phones, smartwatches, and other devices during the school day

HCPS has updated its backpack and bag policy to support safety and emergency preparedness. Families are encouraged to review expectations for locker use, storage sizes, and guidelines for athletic and instrument bags. Click here to view the full policy.

18 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Graphic explaining updated student backpack and bag policy for middle and high schools. Highlights storage expectations, permitted bag sizes, and procedures for athletic and instrument bags.
📣 Get Ready, Gators! 🐊✨
We’re kicking off the school year with exciting events for our Youth’s Benefit families! Mark your calendars and join us as we launch into our One Team, One Dream school year! 💚⭐️🖤

📅 PTA Kindergarten Play Date
🗓 August 27 | 🕓 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Primary Playground
Come meet and mingle with other Kindergarten families!

📅 Sneak-a-Peek
👶 Primary (PK, K, 1, 2) – August 27 | 5:30–6:30 PM
👦 Intermediate (3, 4, 5) – August 28 | 5:30–6:30 PM
Teachers will not be present during this event, but students and families are invited to take a peek inside their classroom and drop off school supplies outside their classroom door.

📅 Back to School Night – Parents Only
👶 Primary (PK, K, 1, 2) – September 9
Session 1: 5:30–6:00 PM | Session 2: 6:15–6:45 PM
👦 Intermediate (3, 4, 5) – September 11
Session 1: 5:30–6:00 PM | Session 2: 6:15–6:45 PM
Parents/guardians are invited to meet with teachers, learn more about classroom expectations, and hear important information to help support a successful school year.

Let’s start strong — together as ONE TEAM, ONE DREAM! 💫
#YBESGators #OneTeamOneDream #BackToSchool2025 #GatorPride
19 days ago, Youth's Benefit Elementary School
Youth’s Benefit Elementary School back-to-school events flyer with the theme 'One Team, One Dream.' The flyer features two cartoon alligators wearing backpacks, event details for PTA Kindergarten Play Date on August 27, Sneak-a-Peek for PK–2 on August 27 and Grades 3–5 on August 28, and Back to School Night for PK–2 on September 9 and Grades 3–5 on September 11. All events have specific times listed. The background includes green banners and stars.

Harford County Public Schools is partnering again with the Aberdeen IronBirds for End of Summer Fest on Wednesday, August 20 at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the game begins at 7:05 p.m. The evening will feature back-to-school giveaways, local resources, and HCPS staff, plus a special opportunity for students to play catch in the outfield from 6:00 to 6:25 p.m. We look forward to seeing our families at the ballpark! Click here to purchase discounted tickets. After you click the link, enter hcps25 where it asks for a password.

19 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Graphic that says End of Summer Fest and has the logos of HCPS and the Aberdeen Iron Birds

Harford County Public Schools is requesting families share their input on the possible use of virtual instruction during inclement weather for the 2025–2026 school year. The survey takes only a few minutes to complete and is open through Monday, August 11, 2025, at 11:45 p.m. Parents and guardians will need their child’s Student ID number, which can be found on report cards or progress reports. Click here to complete the survey.

20 days ago, Harford County Public Schools
Graphic of three different color text bubbles, one says "give us" the second says "your" and the third says "feedback" in the bottom left corner is the HCPS logo, bottom right has a small man next to a giant computer monitor looking at a survey.
This summer, HCPS families can take advantage of free Parent Coaching through our partnership with Parent Guidance. The program offers regular sessions with a dedicated coach and expert content created by licensed therapists. Interested parents can get started going to https://cookcenter.info/coaching.
about 2 months ago, Harford County Public Schools
Promotional graphic for ParentGuidance.org featuring the message "Coaching for Parents – Coaching support is available all summer!" It includes an image of a smiling family, flip-flop graphics, a QR code, and a call to action: "Get started! Scan code or visit cookcenter.info/coaching."
Welcome to your new school website! Please take a minute to familiarize yourself with the layout. And don't forget to download the new HCPS app in your device's app store. It's everything HCPS in your pocket!
about 2 months ago, Harford County Public Schools
Graphic for the HCPS App that shows three cell phone screens. The top says "It's everything Harford County Public Schools, in your pocket"