Important News

Parent's Right to Know The Howard County Public School System is committed to ensuring equity and giving every child an opportunity to succeed. Essential to this mission is hiring and retaining highly effective teachers and support staff who are invested in providing safe and secure classroom environments where every child is encouraged to thrive. Stevens Forest Elementary has been identified…

HCPSS uses text and email to communicate important and time-sensitive information, including bus delays and emergency closings. Parents/guardians are automatically enrolled for email notification; however, all users must opt-in once to receive texts by texting "yes" to 67587 from the mobile number listed in their Family File. Please get in touch with your school's front office if you are not…

The Howard County Public School System welcomes visitors to our schools. To limit interruptions and distractions to teaching and learning, and to maximize safety for all: Anyone wishing to visit a school is asked to contact school administration or the appropriate staff member to establish a convenient time for both the visitor and the school. The school will arrange for…

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is committed to providing a safe, engaging, and supportive school environment that fosters the social and emotional safety, dignity, and well-being of all students. HCPSS acknowledges the need for employees to use an array of research-based positive behavior interventions, strategies, and a tiered system of supports to address student behaviors and keep students…

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! The SFES Music Team is very excited to start making music with 4th and 5th grade in Band, Orchestra and Chorus. Below is a message from our instrumental music teachers and a link to register for ALL THREE ensembles. Students may pick either Band OR Orchestra and can also do Chorus. Students may not…

Please join us for our SFES Title I Annual Meeting on September 25th. The goal of this meeting is to share what it means to be a school-wide Title I school, get input on the Title I Compact & Plan, and provide an additional opportunity for families and caregivers to be involved in their child(ren)’s educational journey at SFES. You…

Support Stevens Forest Elementary PTA and a Local Business! 📚 From September 15–21, shop at Queen Takes Book, our local independent bookstore, and they will donate 10% of your purchase directly to the SFES PTA. Just mention Stevens Forest Elementary at checkout to make sure your purchase counts toward the fundraiser! This is a great way to support our school…

Friday, Sept. 27, 9:00 am–12:00 pm Location: Oakland Mills High School This districtwide event is open to all HCPSS families and will feature: A session with Superintendent Bill Barnes Resource tables hosted by HCPSS offices and local organizations Information on programs, resources, and services available throughout the school year Childcare and language access provided For additional information, please visit the…

The CA (Columbia Association) Points Program is offered to students in grades 3-12 who are enrolled in the Free and Reduced Meals (FARMS) program at participating schools. Students can earn a free CA membership for themselves and their immediate family by meeting goals for grades and attendance. To participate in the CA Points Program, you must complete a FARMs application…

Please join us for our SFES Title I Annual Meeting on September 25th. The goal of this meeting is to share what it means to be a school-wide Title I school, get input on the Title I Compact & Plan, and provide an additional opportunity for families and caregivers to be involved in their child(ren)’s educational journey at SFES. You…