From Harford County Education Association: The Harford County Education Association announced its endorsement of Hunter Smith for Bel Air town Commissioner. “Mr. Smith demonstrates exuberance for public service and knowledge of public policy,” said HCEA President Ryan Burbey. “Harford educators look forward to working with him as he campaigns for office. We value partners who […]
Burbey: “Glassman Administration’s Common Sense Approach, has Brought Transparency and Trust Back to Our County Government”
From Ryan Burbey, President, Harford County Education Association: What a difference a year makes. Last year, our county budget process was obscured by controversy and mired in a lack of transparency. Our teachers, school employees, county workers and sheriffs sat on the outside wondering when or if Harford County Government would ever value their dedication […]
Burbey: “This Legislation Has the Potential to Strip Local Control of Our Schools From the Citizens of Harford County”
The following letter was sent from Harford County Education Association (HCEA) President Ryan Burbey to all Harford County representatives in the Maryland General Assembly. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: As President of the Harford County Education Association, I must express our opposition to SB 595 & HB 486, The Public Charter […]
New Harford Democratic Club March 4: Harford County Education Association President Burbey Discusses Funding and Retaining Teachers
From the New Harford Democratic Club: Meeting Reminder Wednesday March 4th, 2015- 7:00pm * Aberdeen Holiday Inn Express* 1007 Beards Hill Rd Aberdeen, MD 21001 At the March Meeting, the agenda includes: Guest speaker Ryan Burbey, President of Harford County Education Association speaking on the status of Harford County Education, it’s funding and the ability […]
Harford County Teachers’ Union President Urges Parents to Become Advocates for Teacher Raises
In a last ditch attempt to get salary step increases for Harford County teachers, teachers’ union president Ryan Burbey is asking parents to advocate for the raises despite the staffing cuts and higher class sizes needed to pay for them. Burbey posted a message Saturday on the union’s Facebook page “Harford Students Count on Us!”, […]
Harford County Board of Education April 28: Ratification of Tentative Labor Agreements; Price Increases for School Lunch
The Harford County Board of Education plans a business meeting on April 28th to include the ratification of labor contracts for next school year, and a teachers’ union presentation on the cost of salary increases. Other planned business includes acceptance of a ten-cent, mandated price increase for school lunches next year, and a vote on […]
Harford County Education Association Endorses Peaker for County Council District E, Smith for County Council District F, Kelly for Senate District 35
From the Harford County Education Association (HCEA): HCEA proudly endorses Duvowel Peaker for Harford County Council District E, Joseph Smith for Harford County Council District F and Bridget Kelly for Maryland Senate District 35. All three candidates have demonstrated a life-long commitment to public service and public education. HCEA believes that these candidates will provide […]
Burbey: “…When Virtually Every Other County in the State is Investing in their Schools, Harford County, Under Your Leadership, is Not Even Keeping Pace with Inflation”
The following letter was sent from Harford County Education Association (HCEA) President Ryan Burbey to Harford County Executive David Craig, Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Canavan, and all members of the Harford County Council and Harford County Board of Education. A copy was provided to The Dagger for publication: Dear County Executive Craig, After […]