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Hello Gators. Our amazing teachers are hard at work preparing for the start of the school year next week. Be sure to join them at your child’s scheduled Virtual Back to School Night and Open House. Check your email… instagram.com/p/CEm5tQxnaSv/…

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Thanks for extending your meal service @hcpssfoodsvc!

Children that turn 4 by 9/1 and meet first priority criteria can apply for Pre-K in HCPSS! Pre-K will include live, teacher-led virtual instruction and family engagement opportunities. Find out more about qualifications and enrollment: hcpss.org/schools/pre-k-… hcpss_pk@hcpss.org

One more day. Purchase a Power Up kit today! Learning how to practice positivity, cope when things are difficult, and demonstrate care for self and others are skills that will help her through the most challenging of times, now and in the future. gotrcentralmd.org/Power-Up

When others care for us, we can use GRATITUDE to thank them. 💜 #SEL #DistanceLearning Check out randomactsofkindness.org for our entire FREE SEL curriculum!

Governor Hogan announced today a statewide mask order, effective this Friday, July 31st. People will be required to wear masks or face coverings: - In public areas of businesses and buildings - And in outdoor public areas where it is not possible to maintain physical distance

URGENT: #HoCoFoodBank needs size 4, 5, 6 diapers! Diaper need has increased during the pandemic. Order through Amazon wish list: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls… Or drop off at the #HoCoFoodBank at 8385 Gerwig Ln, Ste. J, Columbia; 9:30-3:00 M-Th. Please go to the back of the building.

When others care for us, we can use GRATITUDE to thank them. 💜 #SEL #DistanceLearning Check out randomactsofkindness.org for our entire FREE SEL curriculum!

THIS WEEK'S POP UP PANTRY in #HoCoMD is open to the public on Friday and will each take place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (OR until all the food is gone). NO ID required: *July 24th, Howard Crossing, 8732 Town and Country Blvd, Ellicott City, MD 21043 #COAD #HoCoFood

Visual/Media Artists: The deadline to apply for Maryland State Arts Council's 2021 Independent Artist Awards is this Friday, July 24! Get those applications in! #hocoarts #hocomd #MDArtsUnite #artistopportunity

As of July 20, about 76% of Howard County residents have taken their Census. The Census provides critical funding which can help with community funding for school lunches, head start programs, and food services for families in need. Take it now at 2020Census.gov

BREAKING NEWS: The Maryland State Education Association (@MSEAeducators) and state PTA have demanded that the fall 2020-2021 school year be held via distance learning for entire first semester, reports @ABC7Brad.

At our Farmers’ Markets, you can find delicious farm fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, healthy products and more. Today (7/12) the Farmers’ Market at the @whatsnewinOM will be open from 9am-1pm as a walk-thru service. For more information, visit bit.ly/HoCoFM_2020

Friendly weekend reminder 😉

Congratulations Maya Hase @hcpss_gces. We’re proud of you

Tomorrow is Saturday and that means FREE Yoga at 3:30pm with the Yoga Center of Columbia (Login at buff.ly/3iHsV9C)

🔴 New virtual training dates for #CPR and #StopTheBleed! Learn how to save a life from the comfort of your own home. Registration is required and all classes are free. Sign up: howardcountymd.gov/stopthebleed howardcountymd.gov/Departments/Fi…

Tune in tomorrow! Thursday's Board of Education meeting (begins at 4 p.m.) will include a Fall Reopening Report. You can watch the meeting on Comcast 95/Verizon 42 or online at hcpss.org. Details on fall planning available online. news.hcpss.org/news-posts/202…

You are not alone! text mdmindhealth to 898211 to receive encouraging messages and other supportive information. Need help now, call 211 press 1 to speak to someone immediately.