Important News

Application and Research Lab (ARL) is a Maryland State Finalist in the 10th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a $3 million* nationwide competition that encourages 6th -12th grade students to creatively use STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills to solve a community challenge. From a pool of more than 2,000 entries nationwide, only 300 schools have been selected…

Congratulations to our FFA members that were able to attend and be awarded at the annual FFA National Convention in Indianapolis, IN. Here's a vide o to learn more about their experience.

If you plan to drive to the ARL, you need to have permission from several people. Please avoid the hassle of being stuck at the ARL by completing the proper forms found here, https://arl.hcpss.org/sites/default/files/Request%20to%20Drive%20Permission%20Form.pdf

Did you see our Career Academies highlighted on WBAL TV? If not, you can catch up here, https://www.wbaltv.com/article/maryland-career-technology-education-cte-programs/29579106#

If you are a local business person and believe you could host one of our students in an internship, please contact anita_brown-lee@hcpss.org to learn more.

"Before joining cybersecurity, I didn’t have much motivation for academics, and didn’t know a lot about computers.” However, in his junior year, Caleb enrolled in the Cybersecurity PC Essentials Academy which provided inspiration and focus to work towards a future career in cybersecurity. He recently finished his junior year at the ARL with an “A” in the class and a…

Help support our FFA students on their journey to the National Convention in Indianapolis, IN by purchasing an ARL T-Shirt! ONLY $20 https://www.customink.com/fundraising/ffa-shirt

Leadership and Service Opportunity- All Middle and High School Students are Welcome to attend the HCASC Meeting 9/11 7:00-8:30 at the Homewood School 10914 Clarksville Pike Ellicott City, MD 21042 We invite students to -Work with student leaders from across HCPSS -Meet with the Student Member of the Board of Education -Gain Leadership Skills -Turn ideas into actions -Learn about…

Welcome back to the Applications and Research Laboratory, the centralized career academies for the Howard County Public School System! We are thrilled to have you and look forward to providing the most rewarding experiences for you.

Take a peek at our Year in Review