Metal Detectors Coming to OM

HCPSS has agreed to metal detectors Following the incident in September where a 17-year-old student was charged with bringing a weapon into the school, Oakland Mills High School administration, in union with HCPSS officials, has decided to make a change. Dr. Fink, our principal here at OM, has gotten metal detectors approved for the upcoming 2024 – 2025 school year and onwards. These metal detectors … Continue reading Metal Detectors Coming to OM

Hoco Seniors Must Make Up Snow Days

Acting Superintendent Bill Barnes announced at 8:30 a.m. January 23rd, through Howard County social media accounts, a new policy, that requires this year’s seniors must make up all snow days used during the school year, which will affect the last day of school, end-of-year events, and other activities.  New to the office of Superintendent, this major decision comes just two weeks after Barnes took the … Continue reading Hoco Seniors Must Make Up Snow Days

Fun Facts About February!

Read to Learn About the Unknown Facts About February – February is the only month that can go without a full moon! – February’s birthstones are amethyst and bloodstone. – February is National African American Month in the United States. – February is named after the Roman festival of Februa, which was a time for purification and sacrifice.  – February is the shortest month of … Continue reading Fun Facts About February!