About Us

Kelly Hearns

Shannon Motsco

Assistant Principal | Shannon_Motsco@hcpss.org

School Overview

At Patapsco Middle School, we inspire all students to become life-long learners and responsible citizens. 

Our Mission is To:

  • Provide meaningful and challenging instruction
  • Cultivate critical thinking and independence
  • Foster a physically and intellectually safe environment
  • Promote responsible citizenship in a diverse world

Staff Hours:  8:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

Student Hours:

  • Doors Open 8:25 a.m.
  • Classes Begin 8:30 a.m.
  • Dismissal 3:15 p.m.

Mottos:

  • "Excellence is Our Tradition"
  • #OnePatapsco
  • Where Everyone is Valued and Important

Bell Schedule:

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) School Report Card reflects overall school performance using a combination of academic and school quality indicators.
Fast facts about Patapsco Middle School listing special programs, total enrollment, accomplishments and more.

Cluster 6 Board of Education Representative

Howard County public schools are divided into school clusters, which are assigned to individual Board members to facilitate school visitations, attend special events, and provide a point of contact for each school community. View all BOE school cluster assignments.

Patapsco Middle School BOE Representative: Jacky McCoy