New online math and English exams based on the Common Core State Standards are planned for implementation next year as part of a nationwide effort to improve student achievement in public schools. Supporters say that the new standards are more rigorous, and the corresponding exams will gauge higher order skills like critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication. […]
From Harford County Public Schools: In the fall of 2013, the Board of Education of Harford County (Board) submitted a Capital Improvements Program request in the amount of $14,240,000 to the Maryland Public School Construction Program, which included funding for four heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) projects in schools throughout the county; construction funding […]
From Joseph Voskuhl, Harford County Board of Education candidate, District C: Now, for the first time, the voters of each council district will have the opportunity for their voices to be heard with the election of six members to the Board of Education. It is now up to the voters to choose someone with experience […]
From Harford County Public Schools: The top five finalists for the 2014 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. Just to have been deemed worthy […]
If winter weather thinks it can stop state testing this year in Harford County Public Schools, winter weather has another think coming. With a potential snow storm on the horizon, HCPS issued the following warning late Friday afternoon: “Important [Maryland School Assessment] reminder: If the possible weather events of next week should affect the HCPS […]
From the Bel Air Drama Company: Aberdeen High School AHS Performing Arts 251 Paradise Road Aberdeen, MD 21001 410-273-5500 Director: Sammie Real, III May 1, 2 & 3: Just Another High School Musical book by Bryan Starcher music by Stephen Murray lyrics by Bryan Starcher and Stephen Murray Showtimes at 6:30pm on the 1st and […]
From Harford County Education Association (HCEA) President Ryan Burbey: During County Executive Craig’s final State of the County Address, he extolled the accomplishments of his administration. Most notable among these were many construction projects, including a new sheriff’s office, emergency operations center, new schools, etc. Presumably, Mr. Craig believes that these edifices alone fulfill his […]
