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Harford County School Board in Transition after Election and Resignation of Rich

November 9, 2010 By Cindy Mumby

Harford County School Board in Transition after Election and Resignation of Rich

Following the passage of state legislation last year, the Harford County Board of Education is in the early stages of a transition from a fully appointed, seven-member board to a nine-member blended board consisting of both appointed and elected members. The first school board elections were held last week, when the voters chose three new […]

Harford Schools Scratch Pad: Board Member Smilko Says Goodbye, New Administrator Lawrence Says Hello

August 12, 2010 By Cindy Mumby

Harford Schools Scratch Pad: Board Member Smilko Says Goodbye, New Administrator Lawrence Says Hello

An occasional series of informal reports and observations from meetings of the Harford County Board of Education. The last school board meeting of the summer of 2010 was about as quiet as you would expect for a Monday evening in August (August 9th to be exact). But there were some notable moments nonetheless: hopeful signs […]

John Smilko to End Term on Harford School Board

May 28, 2010 By Cindy Mumby

Harford County Board of Education Member John Smilko has announced that he plans to leave the Board at the conclusion of his original five year term on June 30, 2010. Smilko, a Bel Air businessman and resident of Joppatowne, was appointed by Governor Robert Ehrlich in 2005. During his term, Mr. Smilko  was outspoken on […]

Fairness in Negotiations Act Brings Changes to Public School Labor Negotiations

May 16, 2010 By Cindy Mumby

Fairness in Negotiations Act Brings Changes to Public School Labor Negotiations

The passage of the Fairness in Negotiations Act by the 2010 Maryland General Assembly will bring significant changes to public school labor negotiations in Maryland. Is the new law a “big win” or “openly hostile to education”? That depends on whom you ask. In brief, the 24-page Fairness in Negotiations Act creates a state-wide Public […]

School Board Member Smilko Delivers “Reality Check” to Harford Teachers

June 12, 2009 By Cindy Mumby

School Board Member Smilko Delivers “Reality Check” to Harford Teachers

A confidentiality agreement is supposed to prevent both the Harford County Board of Education and the Harford County Education Association (HCEA) from discussing labor negotiations in public. Those talks are normally conducted behind closed doors and so far, they have yet to result in a teachers’ contract for the 2009 –10 school year. But Board […]

Board of Education Member John Smilko Disputes Testimony on Fairness in Negotiations Act

March 18, 2009 By Cindy Mumby

Board of Education Member John Smilko Disputes Testimony on Fairness in Negotiations Act

Harford County Board of Education Member John Smilko has been a fervent opponent of the Fairness in Negotiations Act, a bill co-sponsored by Harford County Senator Barry Glassman that is currently making its way through the Maryland General Assembly. Smilko’s concerns have centered on a provision in the bill calling for binding arbitration when labor […]

With Proposed Labor Relations Bill, “Anything Is For Sale In Annapolis,” School Board Member Says

February 2, 2009 By Cindy Mumby

With Proposed Labor Relations Bill, “Anything Is For Sale In Annapolis,” School Board Member Says

Potential legislation affecting public school labor negotiations prompted angry charges from Harford County Board of Education member John Smilko last Monday night. At the school board’s business meeting in Bel Air, Smilko said a bill pending in the Maryland General Assembly would benefit unions and would be “the Governor’s payback to the teachers’ union for […]

Board of Ed Member Smilko Blasts County Council – Council To Investigate Board Decision on Red Pump Elementary

December 18, 2008 By Cindy Mumby

Board of Ed Member Smilko Blasts County Council – Council To Investigate Board Decision on Red Pump Elementary

Given the current economic meltdown, it’s not surprising that the Board of Education is scaling back plans to build two new elementary schools, opting to build just one new school instead. But the events surrounding the decision to build Campus Hills Elementary School instead of Red Pump Elementary are becoming surreal. First came the surprise […]

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    Miss Gulch | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Miss Gulp!”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I see someone still hasn’t grown a set. It’s ok, just ask your mom. I’m sure she can help you…”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Well lets be honest...those nurses & doctors look like they are in full hazmat suits, wearing top masks you can…”

    True...But | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Soulcrusher. You are my hero.”

    Miss Gulch | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I agree with most of what you said, but that can happen to anyone. I know of nurses and doctors…”

    Miss Gulch | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I like men....sue me”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “OK, I realize you're trying to be funny, but you're not. You're not my lover and I don't recall saying…”

    SoulCrusher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “The more you watch the news the more it reenforces SoulCrusher’s theory that BLM is in many cases a terrorist…”

    Open Your Eyes | Harford County Democratic Central Committee Opposes “Further Militarizing the Police”

  • “You do realize teachers pay taxes as well. You don’t pay their salaries, you pay your taxes and if you…”

    Soul Crushers Lover | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I respect that, but I think everything should've remained open. 98.6% of people who got infected completely recovered. COVID infections…”

    SoulCrusher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Doc Gulch makes the best bedpan soup! Secret recipe”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • ““My team”, hahaha.... Way to take ownership of your people. Bet you are a super proctologist assman or should I…”

    Bill Gates | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Well since you are a “doctor” I guess that’s what makes you better than an elementary school teacher. That dude…”

    Bill Gates | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I suppose initially the fear was that school age kids could become infected (not show signs) and bring the virus…”

    My Opinion | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “No, on the contrary, I have a lot of respect for teachers. I just don't agree with their staying out…”

    Miss Gulch | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Nope. I'm a conservative and I have my own phone. And no, I dont empty bedpans but I do appreciate…”

    Miss Gulch | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Grow a set before you challenge me. Imitator cunt rag”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “I like men.”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “hahhahah Is an asshat bitch”

    Billy Butcher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “Breaking news Bob is still a cunt!”

    Billy Butcher | Bel Air Man, Baltimore SWAT Officer, Faces Child Pornography Charges

  • “Well, try being a teacher in Harford County and not being a member of the union, even if you disagree…”

    SoulCrusher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “hahahah...Teachers Union has power...hahahahha...OMG people are so misinformed and believe whatever they read on Facebook. hahahhahah....Harford County Teacher Union...soooooooooo Powerful....”

    hahhahah | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “How the young mind believes that the government is there to help and does not oppress and enslave all members…”

    SoulCrusher | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

  • “LOL...Soul Crusher has missed the point totally once again. How the old mind deteroirates....sad”

    SMH | As HCPS Accelerates Elementary Students’ Return, Vaccinations for Secondary Teachers Canceled Due to Lack of Supply

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