Looking at the organizational chart for Harford County Public Schools in terms of instruction, all roads lead to Bill Lawrence. Hired in late June from Baltimore County Public Schools to be the associate superintendent of curriculum, instruction and assessment, Lawrence is responsible for reviewing and administering all curriculum and instructional programs in Harford County. Lawrence’s […]
Harford County Public Schools Elementary Redistricting Rationale Explained to Parents
What was the thinking behind a countywide elementary school redistricting plan released by Harford County Public Schools in early November? Parents who have been asking that question got their most comprehensive answer to date, at school board work session held Monday, November 29, 2010 at Patterson Mill Middle/High School in Bel Air. The rationale behind […]
Harford Schools’ Total Enrollment Dips Slightly in 2010, Overcrowding Persists
Enrollment in Harford County Public Schools stood at 38,027 students as of September 30, 2010, a decline of 164 students from 2009, and continuing a trend of flat enrollment over the past several years. According to 2010 data released by the school system, overall public school capacity in the county currently exceeds enrollment by nearly […]
Most Harford County Public School Classes Have 25 Students or Less in 2010
Despite overcrowding in some school buildings, over ninety percent of Harford County public elementary school classes and seventy-five percent of middle and high school classes have 25 students or less, according to a November 22, 2010 report issued to the Harford County Board of Education. Based on September 30 enrollment data, the report shows no […]
Destination Imagination: The Best Extra-Curricular Program For Kids That You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Imagine a balsa wood structure that’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, yet strong enough to support a thousand pounds. Imagine an original musical about birds, including a rap song sung by a raptor, whose wings are made of candy wrappers. Imagine a talking washing machine that brings together white and […]
Harford County Public Schools Draft Elementary Redistricting Map Unveiled
When some schools are overcrowded and other schools have open seats, the solution may seem obvious. But anyone who thinks that redistricting is easy has never gone through the process. School redistricting is often contentious, as school officials move students around to make better use of taxpayer-funded facilities, and parents object to changes that will […]
Jean Mantegna Named Head of Human Resources for Harford County Public Schools
Acting upon a recommendation from Superintendent Robert M. Tomback, the Harford County Board of Education has appointed Jean A. Mantegna as assistant superintendent of human resources for Harford County Public Schools. The action came at a board business meeting held on November 8, 2010 in Bel Air. Ms. Mantegna fills a vacancy created by the […]
Harford County School Board in Transition after Election and Resignation of Rich
Following the passage of state legislation last year, the Harford County Board of Education is in the early stages of a transition from a fully appointed, seven-member board to a nine-member blended board consisting of both appointed and elected members. The first school board elections were held last week, when the voters chose three new […]
