The Annapolis Intelligentsia is making a strong push for Governor Larry Hogan to select outgoing Senator David Brinkley to become the new Secretary of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), and for good reason. Senator Brinkley was first elected to the House in 1994 and then knocked off liberal Republican Senator Tim Ferguson in […]
Harford County Public Schools FY14 Administrative Changes Announced
From Harford County Public Schools: Effective July 1, 2013, several administrative positions at the Harford County Public Schools’ Central Office have been eliminated or modified. Executive Director of Middle School Performance, Coordinator of Intervention, and Coordinator of Magnet Programs are administrative positions that have been eliminated, and the respective duties have shifted to other employees. […]
Harford County Sheriff’s Office Reverses Course, Seeks New Warden for Detention Center
The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a new civilian warden for its detention center, four months after Sheriff Jesse Bane left the position vacant for greater “efficiencies” amid an ongoing “restructuring” of the detention center responsibilities within the agency. The available position was posted on the agency’s employment site Wednesday morning. The listed salary […]
Harford Friends School Appoints Interim Head of School
From Harford Friends School: Harford Friends School’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Clare Pitz, former Principal of Notre Dame Prep and Towson Catholic School as Interim Head of School. Pitz is also the parent of an HFS alum, and spouse of a long-time HFS teacher. Currently, Pitz is teaching middle […]
Harford Friends School Appoints Academic Administrative Team
From Harford Friends School: Entering its 7th year of operation, Harford Friends School has appointed a highly regarded and experienced team of teacher-administrators to advance the school’s mission, vision, and service to its students and families. Karen De Mey, Cheryl Foley, and Clare Pitz comprise the academic administrative team that has more than twenty years […]
Aberdeen Principal Szerensits: “I Will Not be Leaving Aberdeen High School By My Own Choice”
Aberdeen High School Principal Tom Szerensits sent the following letter home with students on Friday, April 29, 2011. The Dagger obtained a copy for publication. Dear School Community: This letter is to inform you that I will not be returning to Aberdeen High School next year as principal. I also need you to understand that […]
Passaro/Whiteley: Critique of 2008 Report on Harford County Government Efficiency; “Inaction is Costing the Taxpayer $3 Million Per Month”
The following letter was sent to Harford County Council President Billy Boniface and the members of the county council. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication. President Boniface and Council Members: Tony Passaro and I were invited to comment on a 2008 report on Harford County government efficiency. The copy furnished us was […]
Harford County Executive Craig Announces Cabinet Choices for Second Term; New Treasurer Named
From Harford County government: Harford County Executive David R. Craig has announced his choice for members of his Cabinet as he begins his second four-year term in office. Among the Cabinet selections are a new Director of Administration, a new Treasurer and finally a new Director of the Department of Community Services. All other Cabinet […]