The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is free from discrimination, fosters equitable opportunities, and values diversity and commonality. HCPSS has supports in place across all of our schools. To learn more, please access the following links.
- LGBTQIA+ Youth
- General supports for LGBTQIA+ youth in HCPSS and beyond such as our Gender Inclusive Guidelines, Name and Gender Masking, information on how to report bullying and/or harassment, and policy connections.
- Rainbow Representatives
- Current and up to date list of Rainbow Representatives as well as their school/location in HCPSS.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Learn more about our DEI efforts including; professional learning, equitable and restorative practices, community collaboration, and supports.
Pronoun Options in Canvas
All Canvas users, including students, staff, and parents/families, can identify their pronouns in Canvas. As a default, the pronoun field is left blank. Users who do not wish for a pronoun do not need to take any action. Want to identify your pronouns? See the HCPSS News article, Optional Pronoun Settings in Canvas.
At Oakland Mills High School, We Embrace Diversity
At Oakland Mills High School, we embrace the joy of diversity within our cOMmunity. We support our LGBTQIA+ Scorpions and strive to support and enrich their time at OM. We are committed to providing an educational and social environment that affirms and promotes an inclusive, equitable space that values diversity.
LGBTQIA+ Announcements and News
Stay tuned!
OMHS’ Rainbow Representative
Rainbow Representatives ensure that schools are allies and advocates for LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families. The school Rainbow Representative attends quarterly meetings; receives and disseminates information regarding LGBTQIA+ topics of interest to the school and school community as appropriate; and provides instructional support for educators. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Oakland Mills High School Rainbow Representative, Grace Benson at grace_benson@hcpss.org.
Gender Sexuality Alliance
GSA is a club at OMHS in which LGBTQ youth and their allies have a place to socialize without being judged as well as talk about what is happening in the news in regards to the LGBTQ community. Enjoy watching movies, reading articles, talking about recent happenings, and socializing. Just show up to meetings, no requirements. Come when you can! Meets on Tuesdays from 2:35-3:35pm Location: Room 806 (Ms. Benson's Room). Advisors for GSA: Grace Benson grace_benson@hcpss.org.