A vital component of Howard County’s renowned education system, Howard County Library System (HCLS) delivers high-quality public education for all who live or work in Howard County, Maryland. Our team of educators and support staff deliver an unparalleled curriculum comprising three pillars: self-directed education (materials in all formats), research assistance and instruction (through classes and one-on-one instruction), and instructive and enlightening experiences (via partnerships and signature events). Howard County is home to a highly educated, affluent and international population of 300,000 residents that celebrates its diversity while struggling with growth (population has increased by 34 percent over the past decade).