From Harford County Public Schools: Brianna Maria Bentley, 11th grade student at the Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) Alternative Education Program, was nominated and selected to attend the first annual Governor’s Leadership Forum for Women and Girls, to be held March 25, in Annapolis. As a participant in the forum, Brianna will have the opportunity […]
Harford County Board of Education Agenda March 24: Top Student Athletes; Changes to School Calendar Policy; Analysis of Facilities
The Harford County Board of Education plans a March 24th business meeting to include recognition of top student athletes, proposed changes to the school calendar policy, and an update on a planned analysis of school facilities. First on the agenda, the Board will recognize the following student athletes and teams that won state championships or […]
Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Canavan – Part II: “We’re All in This Together”
Part II of The Dagger’s Q&A with newly appointed Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Canavan begins with updates on concerns raised by parents over the years, and ends with Canavan’s hopes for the future. Included is a potential breakthrough on a longstanding problem, a snow-related promise and a rejection of “gotcha”. Parent Concerns: For […]
Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Canavan: “I’m a Firm Believer that Kids Don’t Know What They Can’t Do”
Barbara Canavan is no stranger to Harford County Public Schools, having worked there for over 40 years. But her recent elevation to superintendent prompted The Dagger to ask about her plans for the school system in this turbulent time for public education. State mandates in progress or afoot include: a new curriculum this year based […]
State Schools Superintendent Lowery to Visit Kindergarten Class in Emmorton
From Harford County Public Schools: State Superintendent of Schools Lillian Lowery will visit kindergarten students at Emmorton Elementary School on Friday afternoon to read to the children as part of the annual “Read Across Maryland” celebration. The Maryland State Department of Education, MSDE’s Division of Library Development and Services, and MSDE’s Division of Curriculum, Assessment […]
Harford Community College Names Theodore Wasielewski Director of Human Resources and Employee Development
From Harford Community College: Harford Community College has named Theodore M. Wasielewski the director for Human Resources and Employee Development. He began his position on February 10, and in this role he serves as the College’s Chief Human Resources Officer, overseeing the Human Resources and Payroll functions. Wasielewski earned a B.S. in Agronomy from the […]
Harford County Public Schools Launches Partnership Network Website
From Harford County Public Schools: Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) recently launched a Partnership Network website in an effort to maximize opportunities for relationships between HCPS and local businesses and community agencies. The site is designed to streamline the process of identifying mutually beneficial matches, establishing official partnerships and addressing any questions about organizational matters. […]
Harford County Board of Education Agenda March 10: Dramatic Increases in Meal Services for Students from Low Income Families
The Harford County Board of Education plans a March 10th business meeting to include naming an area at Harford Technical High School after former principal William Seccurro, and a presentation showing dramatic increases in meal services for students from low income families. On the consent agenda, the Board will approve a request to name the […]
