Howard High School, part of the Howard County Public School System, will hold Parent Teacher Conferences from Nov. 23 to 25, 2026. Conferences on Nov. 23 will be conducted in person, while the sessions on Nov. 24 and 25 will be held virtually by appointment only.
Scheduling Details
Parents and guardians can schedule conference appointments via the HCPSS Connect Synergy portal. Scheduling opens at 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, and closes at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026. Participants must use parent or guardian credentials—not student logins—to access the system.
To schedule, parents should select “Conference” from the navigation pane, click on Parent Scheduled Conferences, choose preferred time slots for each teacher, confirm selections, and send the schedule via email to receive confirmation.
Support for login and scheduling is available by contacting Ms. Tray at beth_tray@hcpss.org or by calling 410-313-2867.
Conference Format and Dates
- Nov. 23, 2026: In-person conferences at Howard High School.
- Nov. 24, 2026: Virtual conferences by appointment.
- Nov. 25, 2026: Virtual conferences by appointment.
Virtual sessions will be conducted using Google Meet, with joining instructions provided for each appointment.
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Howard High School’s approach to scheduling Parent Teacher Conferences offers a thoughtful balance between traditional and modern formats, providing families with flexibility and accessibility. By maintaining an in-person option alongside virtual appointments, the school accommodates varying family needs and circumstances. The clear and accessible scheduling system through HCPSS Connect Synergy, along with designated support contacts, ensures that parents and guardians can engage effectively with educators to support students’ academic progress.
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