Safety & Resilience Potential procurement opportunities around security and safety software, incident response training, and digital threat monitoring for school systems, given recent reports of digital threats targeting Howard County Public School System and its schools.

Wellness Partnerships Opportunity to offer student and staff mental health programs, wellness resources, and family support services in light of the HCPSS partnership with Blossoms of Hope and ongoing emphasis on well-being.

Community Alliances Engagement with community organizations and education partnerships could be expanded through after-school programs, social skills initiatives, and inclusive programs aligned with Best Buddies and other partners.

Tech Enablement Technology adoption and modernization opportunities in education IT, including tools for collaboration (Confluence/Jira), content design (InDesign), advertising and digital outreach (Google Ads), and security measures (X-XSS-Protection) to support a digital-first school environment.

Funding & Grants Explore grant-ready solutions and service offerings that align with existing financing activity, such as apprenticeship programs and community grants, to support curriculum enrichment, career readiness, and staff development in Howard County schools.