From Harford Students Count on Us: Right now, our public schools can’t deliver on the promise of success to every student in every community in Maryland. There’s simply not enough funding dedicated to public education. Independent analysts say we now have a $3 billion funding shortage—that means each of our schools is underfunded by an […]
Harford County Executive, Sheriff, School Superintendent to Lead Public Discussion on School Safety
From the Harford County Sheriff’s Office: In the wake of the tragic school shooting in Florida, and in light of numerous recent unfounded threats to school safety in Harford County, the Harford County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a Public Discussion on School Safety. Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler will be joined by County Executive Barry Glassman, […]
Harford County Education Association Endorses Williamson and Robinson for Board of Education
From the Harford County Education Association: The Harford County Education Association (HCEA) proudly announced their endorsement of Al Williamson and Jansen Robinson to serve as members of the Harford County Board of Education. “Mr. Robinson has done a tremendous job representing District A. He has consistently pursued equity and efficiency in our schools. Mr. Williamson […]
Police Investigate Threats at Multiple Harford County Schools
From Harford County Public Schools: Good morning, As you may be aware, there have been a number of threats reported throughout our school system. We have been working with the Department of Safety and Security and the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and other local law enforcement agencies to determine there is no valid or supporting […]
Harford Community College Student Testifies in Support of Tuition-Free Community College Legislation
From Harford Community College: Harford Community College student Giavanna Tserkis recently provided emotional testimony in Annapolis in support of College Promise Programs that would allow eligible state residents to attend Maryland community colleges tuition-free. Gia, who does not qualify for financial aid, described the personal challenge of working three jobs to pay for her college […]
Harford Community College Honors Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2018
From Harford Community College: Harford Community College has named Michael Bishop, its first All-American in men’s soccer, and Lisa Parr Still, a record-setting, All-American women’s lacrosse player, to the HCC Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2018. The College honored the Class of 2018 on February 2 during a special ceremony in advance of the […]
Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Search Underway; Public Forums Set
From Harford County Public Schools: The Board of Education of Harford County (Board) has begun the search process for a new superintendent of schools for Harford County Public Schools (HCPS). Barbara P. Canavan, current superintendent of schools, announced her retirement effective June 30, 2018. In order to implement an equitable and transparent search, the Board […]
Harford County Public Schools Announces Top 5 Contenders for County Teacher of the Year
From Harford County Public Schools: The top five finalists for the 2018 Harford County Teacher of the Year award have been released and are listed in alphabetical order below. The judging panel had a difficult and unenviable task again this year with many outstanding teachers nominated for the award. Amanda Roberts, Harford Technical High School […]
