FAMS 7th Grader, Summer Bowman, Receives the Friends of Literacy Award!
Congratulations to Summer Bowman, the first student ever to receive the Friends of Literacy Award from the Harford County Literacy Chapter! The award was presented by Mrs. Cheryl Monk, retired HCPS educator and current Chairperson of the Harford County Literacy Chapter.
On her own initiative, Summer chose to share her love of reading with senior citizens at a local assisted living facility. Over the course of two summers, Summer generously volunteered her time to read aloud to her newfound friends, bringing joy, companionship, and the magic of storytelling to others.
Summer's kindness, compassion, and dedication to sharing her love of literacy are truly inspiring. She is a wonderful example of how one person can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. We are incredibly proud of Summer and the positive impact she continues to make in our community!
Congratulations to Summer Bowman, the first student ever to receive the Friends of Literacy Award from the Harford County Literacy Chapter! The award was presented by Mrs. Cheryl Monk, retired HCPS educator and current Chairperson of the Harford County Literacy Chapter.
On her own initiative, Summer chose to share her love of reading with senior citizens at a local assisted living facility. Over the course of two summers, Summer generously volunteered her time to read aloud to her newfound friends, bringing joy, companionship, and the magic of storytelling to others.
Summer's kindness, compassion, and dedication to sharing her love of literacy are truly inspiring. She is a wonderful example of how one person can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. We are incredibly proud of Summer and the positive impact she continues to make in our community!
Our annual canned food drive has started. We are accepting donations through November 10th.
All food stays right here in the Fallston/Bel Air communities. We will donate all cans to 5 local food pantries.
There is a competition between homerooms in each grade with the top homeroom receiving a treat.
Please help us give back to our communities.
All food stays right here in the Fallston/Bel Air communities. We will donate all cans to 5 local food pantries.
There is a competition between homerooms in each grade with the top homeroom receiving a treat.
Please help us give back to our communities.
Does your child struggle in school? Do you need strategies to help them at home? Join us for an informational night on November 19th at 6:30 so we can REDUCE STRESS and BUILD SUCCESS. There will be sessions dedicated to executive functioning, organization, study strategies, Canvas and HAC support as well as information from our math department on our new curriculum used this year.
ATTENTION all families. Our PTA meeting scheduled for tonight is cancelled.
The proposed HCPS 2027-2028 school year calendar is now posted for public comment. Families, students, staff and community members have 30 days, from October 13, 2026, through November 14, 2026, to review the draft and provide feedback before the Board of Education of Harford County finalizes it at the November 23, 2026, Board Business Meeting.
The next Parent Academy virtual Lunch & Learn is on Why Our Children Self-Harm and will be held Wednesday, November 18, at 12:00 p.m. Parents will learn tools to better understand why self-harm happens and how they can support a child who is self-harming. Registration, attendance, and participation are completely anonymous. Can’t attend the live session? No problem! Register anyway, and a recording will be sent directly to your inbox so you can watch at a time that works best for you. Register here: https://cookcenter.info/Nov18Harford.
What a great Pink out today. Tomorrow will be the final opportunity to vote during lunch. Bring your loose change to vote for your favorite "pink out" faculty member.
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A huge shout-out and THANK YOU to our incredible FMS PTA for treating our faculty and staff to a fantastic Fall Apple Bar today! From crisp apples to all the fun and delicious fixings, it was the perfect seasonal surprise.
We are so grateful for a PTA that continuously steps up to support, celebrate, and spoil our staff. Thank you for making our day so sweet!
A huge shout-out and THANK YOU to our incredible FMS PTA for treating our faculty and staff to a fantastic Fall Apple Bar today! From crisp apples to all the fun and delicious fixings, it was the perfect seasonal surprise.
We are so grateful for a PTA that continuously steps up to support, celebrate, and spoil our staff. Thank you for making our day so sweet!
We are so thankful to have Mrs. Frailer as our Principal at FMS. She has already shown us in such a short time her passion to help our school grow to his fullest potential. You can feel the passion she has for helping students be their best selves and making FMS a school where faculty and staff are proud to work.
Families who were approved for free or reduced-price meal benefits during the 2025-2026 school year need to apply for benefits for the new school year before Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to avoid a lapse in benefits. Families must reapply each school year. Click here to apply online. Click here to download a paper application. If you have any questions, please contact the Food and Nutrition Office at 410-638-4078.
Have questions about private schools.... we have answers and help.
Please reach out to Mr. Muller or the counseling office with any questions. Reminder, if you have recommendation links with consents, please let Mr. Muller know so that we can make sure teachers receive them and complete them as well.
Please reach out to Mr. Muller or the counseling office with any questions. Reminder, if you have recommendation links with consents, please let Mr. Muller know so that we can make sure teachers receive them and complete them as well.
Students who took the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) assessments in spring 2026 will receive their individual score reports the week of September 28, 2026. Each student’s school will send home hard copies of the reports. The reports summarize student performance overall and by subject area. For information on how to interpret the results, click here. Families with questions about their student’s scores should contact their school directly.
Tomorrow is picture day. Orders can be placed in advance until this evening at 11:59 or you can bring in your envelope. Each student received the order form in their homeroom.
Nominations are now open for the Harford County Education Foundation's Everyday Hero Award and the 2027 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year!
We invite all families to nominate a teacher who exemplifies innovative instruction, inspires students, and gives tirelessly to the children in our community. Each school's official nominee will be invited to attend the Everyday Hero Awards dinner in November and to participate in the Teacher of the Year process, with the 2027 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year named in April.
Nominations close Sunday, October 4. Click here for more information and submit a nomination.
Reminder for all guardians that tonight is the 6th grade back to school night. Please plan on arriving early for parking, we will be starting promptly at 6pm. You will go to your students homeroom first for a presentation by Principal Frailer.
Tomorrow night (Wednesday September 16th), 7th and 8th grade Back to School night ill take place at 6pm.
Picture Day is coming up on September 29th. Please place orders with LIfetouch prior to September 28th. See flyer for payment details.
Attention 8th Grade Guardians,
This week, students will begin learning about high school options. Mr. Muller, the 8th grade school counselor, will be visiting classrooms to provide information about Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) magnet programs. We encourage you to ask your student whether they are interested in attending or learning more about these high school opportunities.
Over the coming weeks, HCPS will host magnet school information sessions and open houses for both students and families. Information sessions will be held at various high schools throughout the county that house magnet programs. During these sessions, families will learn about all HCPS magnet programs, the application process, and important deadlines.
Mr. Muller will be spending the next several weeks meeting with students to review the available magnet programs and explain the application process. However, it is equally important for parents and guardians to understand the process as well. Attached, you will find a schedule of magnet school events throughout the county to help your family make informed decisions.
Please note the difference between the two event types:
Information Sessions: Provide an overview of all HCPS magnet programs and explain the application process.
Open Houses: Take place at individual magnet schools and focus specifically on that school's program and offerings.
We encourage families to attend at least one information session and to visit any open houses that interest them.
If you have questions about the magnet school application process, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Muller. We will continue sending reminders throughout the year regarding important deadlines. We also encourage you to visit the FMS website regularly for updates and additional information.
For Families Interested in Private Schools
If you are considering a private school for your student, please contact Mr. Muller for assistance with the recommendation process. To ensure deadlines are met and records are submitted properly, all recommendation requests must be coordinated through the counseling office. Families should not request recommendations directly from teachers.
Please note that private school records will not be sent until first-quarter grades have been finalized, as required by many private schools.
Thank you for your partnership in helping your student plan for a successful high school experience.
This week, students will begin learning about high school options. Mr. Muller, the 8th grade school counselor, will be visiting classrooms to provide information about Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) magnet programs. We encourage you to ask your student whether they are interested in attending or learning more about these high school opportunities.
Over the coming weeks, HCPS will host magnet school information sessions and open houses for both students and families. Information sessions will be held at various high schools throughout the county that house magnet programs. During these sessions, families will learn about all HCPS magnet programs, the application process, and important deadlines.
Mr. Muller will be spending the next several weeks meeting with students to review the available magnet programs and explain the application process. However, it is equally important for parents and guardians to understand the process as well. Attached, you will find a schedule of magnet school events throughout the county to help your family make informed decisions.
Please note the difference between the two event types:
Information Sessions: Provide an overview of all HCPS magnet programs and explain the application process.
Open Houses: Take place at individual magnet schools and focus specifically on that school's program and offerings.
We encourage families to attend at least one information session and to visit any open houses that interest them.
If you have questions about the magnet school application process, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Muller. We will continue sending reminders throughout the year regarding important deadlines. We also encourage you to visit the FMS website regularly for updates and additional information.
For Families Interested in Private Schools
If you are considering a private school for your student, please contact Mr. Muller for assistance with the recommendation process. To ensure deadlines are met and records are submitted properly, all recommendation requests must be coordinated through the counseling office. Families should not request recommendations directly from teachers.
Please note that private school records will not be sent until first-quarter grades have been finalized, as required by many private schools.
Thank you for your partnership in helping your student plan for a successful high school experience.
Harford County Public Schools invites parents of 7th and 8th grade students to attend one of our Magnet and Technical Programs Information Nights. The events begin at 6:00 p.m. and each presentation is identical, regardless of location.
Dates and locations of presentations:
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Havre de Grace Middle School
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Magnolia Middle School
Thursday, September 24, 2026, at North Harford Middle School
Monday, September 28, 2026, at Edgewood Middle School
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Aberdeen Middle School
Staff will discuss the following programs at each event:
Global Studies Program/International Baccalaureate
Career Programs at Harford Technical High School
Information Technology Oracle Academy
Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps
Natural Resources and Agricultural Science
Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH)
Science and Mathematics Academy
Teacher Academy of Maryland
Prior to the Information Night scheduled for your school, your student will be able to take part in a magnet fair during their school day to learn more about the programs offered.
Applications for all HCPS Magnet and Technical Programs are open from October 1 until December 1, 2026.
For more information about all magnet programs, please visit the Magnet and Technical Programs page on hcps.org.
Monday is Labor Day!
HCPS schools and offices are closed Monday in observance of the holiday. Enjoy you're long weekend and we will see everyone back in class Tuesdady!