Dear Readers, Seven years ago, I wrote my first Dagger story. This one is my farewell. The years in between have been filled with stories I’ll never forget. I’d like to thank the following people who made these cherished memories possible: To the people who brought me their own stories, thank you for your trust. […]
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Harford County Board of Education Agenda Sept. 8: Decisions on FY2016 Capital Budget; Pre-Construction Contract for Havre de Grace; Policy Revisions
The Harford County Board of Education plans a September 8th business meeting including approval of its capital budget request for the fiscal year 2016, approval of a pre-construction contract for Havre de Grace Middle/High School, and decisions on revised policies for extracurricular activities and clubs. Under action items, the consent agenda for Monday includes Board […]
Harford County Board of Education Aug. 18 Agenda: Decision on Havre de Grace Middle/High Replacement School Schematic Design
The Harford County Board of Education plans an August 18th business meeting to include a decision on the proposed schematic design for the $87 million Havre de Grace Middle/High School replacement facility. Also on the Monday agenda are proposed revisions to the policy on drug detecting dogs, and recognitions for award winning personnel. First on […]
Harford County Public Schools Publishes Open House, Back to School Night Schedules for 2014-15 School Year
As the 2014-15 school year draws near, Harford County Public Schools has published individual school schedules for Open House, Back to School Night, and other kickoff activities. The first day of school in HCPS is Monday, August 25th for students in grades K – 12. See below for some important dates in August followed by […]
Harford County Board of Education Agenda Aug. 4: Havre de Grace Middle/High School Replacement Facility; Promotions and Appointments
The proposed new Havre de Grace Middle/High School replacement facility will be the focus Monday as the Harford County Board of Education plans an early evening work session followed by a business meeting and vote on educational specifications for the $87 million project. The Board’s business meeting agenda also includes approval of promotions and appointments […]
Number of Teachers Leaving Harford County Public Schools Jumps 36% Over Past 3 Years
The number of teachers leaving Harford County Public Schools jumped 36% over the past three years, with some citing salary as the reason, according to preliminary data provided to the school board last week by the school system’s director of human resources. Responding to questions from Harford County Board of Education members at their July […]
Plans Unveiled for Replacement Havre de Grace Middle/High School; Computer Science Magnet Program Proposed
Harford County Public School officials recommended plans Monday for a combined facility to replace Havre de Grace Middle School and Havre de Grace High School, including a new Information Technology Computer Science Magnet Program at the high school. The latest available estimates put the cost at $72 million for construction and $87 million overall, including […]
Harford County School Board Boosts Point Value of Grades Earned in Advanced Classes; Change May Become Retroactive
The Harford County Board of Education approved a policy revision Monday that will boost the grade point averages of students who earn a letter grade of “B” or “C” in advanced high school classes, beginning with the coming school year. The boost will come from an increase in the point value or “weight” assigned to […]
