Important News

MCAP Testing Information

3-5 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) Students in grades 3-5 will take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) during the month of April and/or May. The MCAP assessments measure student achievement on the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards in English language arts and math. To learn more about MCAP, please visit HCPSS Maryland Comprehensive Assessment page. Students in grades…
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Message from Admin

Dear HES Families, At Hammond Elementary School, we believe that success begins in elementary school, and students are never too young to start thinking about their future. The habits, curiosity, and love of learning that children build during these early years lay the foundation for the opportunities they will have later in life. Education plays a critical role in helping…
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Tiger Tales Newsletter - Thursday, March 12, 2026

Message from Admin Dear HES Families, At Hammond Elementary School, we believe that success begins in elementary school, and students are never too young to start thinking about their future. The habits, curiosity, and love of learning that children build during these early years lay the foundation for the opportunities they will have later in life.Education plays a critical role in

Spirit Week March 16-19

During the week, students and staff are encouraged to participate by dressing up according to the daily themes and engaging in conversations with students about their interests, talents, and future dreams. College & Career Spirit Week Dates: March 16th-19th Spirit Week Themes: Monday: “My future is so bright!” Wear your brightest neon, hat, and sunglasses Tuesday: “Reporting for duty…the military…
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Trivia Night Fundraiser for MS

Hammond High School’s Science National Honor Society is hosting Trivia Night! Join us on March 17 from 7-9pm in the Hammond High school cafeteria for a night of great Italian food and fun trivia for a good cause! Help us support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, admission is $10 and $5 for children 5 and under, which goes towards helping…
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Important Calendar Changes

Dear HES Community, We wanted to lift up this important message regarding our current school year calendar. The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) 2025-2026 school year calendar included three inclement weather makeup days, June 16–18. As of Feb. 26, HCPSS has used five inclement weather days and four late openings, resulting in high schools being two hours short of…
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Message from Admin

Dear Hammond Elementary School Families, Next week, March 2–6, we will celebrate National School Social Work Week, a time dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the important role school social workers play in supporting student well-being and academic success. At Hammond Elementary School, we are fortunate to have an outstanding social work team. Ms. Rachel Zimmerman and Ms. Sarah Ayer, our…
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