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Led by star ratings, BCPS shines in second quarter : Students, staff, schools recognized at state and national levels

January 3, 2019, 7:04 am
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TOWSON, MD — Baltimore County Public Schools is heading into the new year with plenty of momentum from second-quarter successes. Last month, nearly 90 percent of BCPS schools earned 3, 4 or 5 star ratings on the newly released Maryland Report Card. That rate was even higher for younger learners; 99 percent of elementary schools received 3, 4 or 5 stars. BCPS Interim Superintendent Verletta White also announced expanded access to college and career preparation through two initiatives: schoolwide AVID (Achievement Via Individual Determination) programs at an additional 10 elementary schools, and even stronger partnerships to support workforce development and apprenticeship opportunities through BCPS Works. In addition to systemwide progress, students, staff, and schools continued to earn state and national recognition for outstanding academic and instructional achievements. Student Honors
  • Badra Kalil (Towson High) was one of more than 200 high school students selected to participate in the 2018 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute.
  • Nineteen students (Pikesville High and Eastern Technical High) earned the Advanced Placement® (AP®) Capstone Diploma, and 18 students from the same two schools earned the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™ during the 2017-18 school year.
  • Heather Howard (Chesapeake High) and Mofeed Najib (Towson High) are among the 1,896 students named 2019 Coca-Cola Scholar semifinalists.
  • Three students from Patapsco High School & Center for the Arts and Towson High were recognized in the 2018 Rethink Recycling contest sponsored by the Maryland Department of the Environment.
  • Eight students and graduates (George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology and Towson High) are among the 2019 YoungArts Winners announced by The National YoungArts Foundation.
  • Ozioma Mbaekwe (Parkville High) and Maya Williams (Towson High) were named among the nation’s 1,044 newest QuestBridge Scholars.
  • The mock trial team from the Franklin High’s Academy of Law placed third overall against 31 teams from around the country at the Empire Mock Trial Competition’s Southern Showdown.
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BCPS News Tips: Jan. 5 - 12, 2019: Activities, events, and news from Baltimore County Public Schools

January 3, 2019, 11:10 am
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Tuesday, Jan. 8
Visit the Parentmobile at Perry Hall Elementary Literacy Night
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required. When: Tuesday, Jan. 8, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Perry Hall Elementary School, 9021 Belair Rd., 21236
Wednesday, Jan. 9
Winter Concert at Bear Creek Elementary
What: The Winter Concert at Bear Creek Elementary will feature the Grade 5 band, orchestra, and chorus, and the Ukulele Club, which includes students in Grades 4 and 5. Children will perform songs they have learned over the course of the year. This will be ukulele club's second performance since receiving ukuleles through a grant from The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools.When: Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 6:30 p.m.Where: Bear Creek Elementary School, 1801 Melbourne Rd., 21222
Thursday, Jan. 10
Team BCPS Day: How will you go blue?
What: Every year, on the second Thursday of January, BCPS celebrates Team BCPS Day. It's a day to celebrate the quality and impact of BCPS schools. Students, teachers, administrators, staff, alumni, business partners, and other Team BCPS members take photos wearing blue clothing and share those images on social media using #BCPSblue. Awards will be given for images in various categories including youngest/oldest Team BCPS member, image sent from farthest away, most Team BCPS spirit, and more. Be creative! When: Thursday, Jan. 10Where: Throughout Baltimore County and beyond
Johnnycake Elementary’s Winter Concert
What: This year’s winter concert will include both singing and performing from all grade levels. The members of Johnnycake’s Dance Club also will perform. When: Thursday, Jan. 10, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Johnnycake Elementary School, 5910 Craigmont Rd., 21228
Parent Workshop: Understanding and Managing Behaviors at Home
What: Campfield Early Learning Center is offering a series of parent workshops that use Conscious Discipline strategies to assist parents with helping their preschool elementary children manage their thoughts and emotions. Upcoming sessions will be held on Jan. 17, 24 & 31 and on Feb. 7.When: Thursday, Jan. 10, from 6 – 7 p.m. Where: Campfield Early Learning Center, 6834 Alter St., 21207
Friday, Jan. 11
Educators Rising Conference
What: More than 200 students from 19 BCPS middle and high schools will participate in the Educators Rising Conference. The students – who are aspiring educators -- will be coming from schools with Educators Rising chapters. The students will attend workshops on a wide range of topics including education law, minorities and men in education, children’s literature, brain science, blended learning, Universal Design for Learning, computer science, social justice, and more. Workshop presenters will include representatives of CCBC, BCPS, Giant Food, TABCO, Upward Bound, Kappa Delta Pi, and the Maryland State Education Association. During lunch, students will have the opportunity to participate in a “Makerspace meets Service-Learning” project, making calming items for BCPS school counselors to use when working with students. Also during lunch, students can visit with representatives of area colleges and education groups. In the afternoon, students will hear a keynote address by Josh Parker, 2012 BCPS and Maryland Teacher of the Year, now with UnBoundEd. The conference is presented by BCPS Career and Technology Education, Human Resources, and Organizational Development.When: Friday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (snow date: Feb. 8) Where: CCBC Dundalk, 7200 Sollers Point Rd., 21222
2019 Special Education Job Fair
What: BCPS is hosting a job fair for applicants interested in applying and gaining information regarding the following positions: Special Education Teachers – All Exceptionalities, Speech Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Teachers of the Visually Impaired. Visit the job board for additional information. Screening interviews will be conducted for qualified applicants for the 2019-2020 school year. There is no admission fee. When: Friday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Holiday Inn, 9615 Deereco Rd., 21093
ONGOING EVENTS!
Middle School Writing contest – Open for entries!
What: The Senior Literary Arts Class of George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology has announced the 22nd Annual Middle School Writing Contest – and its hope that students from all Baltimore County middle schools will enter. The deadline for entries is Friday, January 18. Winners will be notified in April and invited to attend a special award ceremony. The contest is open to all Baltimore County Public Schools students in Grades 6 – 8. Young writers are asked to submit their best and most polished works of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and/or personal essay. The contest rules are that:
  • All submissions must be accompanied by theofficial submission cover sheet.
  • Students must include a separate cover sheet for each submission.
  • All submissions must be in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font, and double-spaced.
  • All works must have a title. (Make it catchy, please!)
  • Each page must be numbered.
  • Poetry must be no longer than 50 lines.
  • Personal essay, nonfiction, and fiction must be no longer than 10 double-spaced pages.
All submissions must be sent by mail to: Carver Center for Arts and Technology c/o Suzanne Supplee 938 York Road Towson, MD 21204 Deadline: Friday, Jan. 18 Contact: Suzanne Supplee atssupplee@bcps.orgor 443.809.2775
Stop by to see student, teacher art exhibitions
What: Artwork by BCPS students – and some visual arts teachers – is on display throughout the community. When amp; Where:
    Greenwood Building A, intermediate high school artwork – through Jan. 31
  • Greenwood Building E, artwork from Logan Elementary School – through Jan. 31
  • Jefferson Building, artwork from Riderwood Elementary School – through Jan. 31
  • Pulaski Park, artwork from Glenmar, McCormick, and Wellwood elementary schools – through Jan. 15
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Southwest Area Education group to discuss digital health and safety
What: The Southwest Area Education Advisory Council will discuss technology/digital health and safety. The meeting is free and open to the public. When: Monday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. Where: Catonsville Middle School, 2301 Edmondson Ave., 21228
Visit the Parentmobile at Featherbed Lane Elementary’s Winter Math Carnival
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required. When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Featherbed Lane Elementary School, 6700 Richardson Rd., 21207
Visit the Parentmobile at Hebbville Elementary’s Academic Parent Teacher Team
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required. When: Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Where: Hebbville Elementary School, 3335 Washington Ave., 21244
Johnnycake Elementary presents Seussical the Musical
What: Johnnycake Elementary School students will perform Seussical the Musical for family and friends. In the show, Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie LaBird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him.
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Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m.Where: Johnnycake Elementary School, 5910 Craigmont Rd., 21228
Family Literacy ESOL program
What: Family Literacy ESOLclasses help parents learnEnglish language skills for life, work, and to fully partner in their children’seducation.To participate in this tuition-free program, parents must have a child (0 -16 years old) enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools, the Judy Center of Baltimore County, or Baltimore County Head Start. The classes are sponsored by BCPS Parent University and the CCBC Family Literacy Program. Visit here to register and for more information. When and Where: Thursday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. Owings Mills Elementary School, 10824 Reisterstown Rd., 21117 Friday, Jan. 18, at 9 a.m. Catonsville Library, 1100 Frederick Rd., 21228 Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 9 a.m. Hawthorne Elementary School, 125 Kingston Rd., 21220 Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 6 p.m. Saint Peter Lutheran Church, 7834 Eastern Ave., 21224 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. Campfield Head Start Center. 6838 Alter St., 21207 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 12 p.m. North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. Saint Stephen Lutheran Church, 901 Courtney Rd., 21227 Thursday, Jan. 24, at 12 p.m. Randallstown Elementary School, 9013 Liberty Rd., 21133 Thursday, Jan. 24, at 6 p.m. Baltimore Highlands Elementary School, 4200 Annapolis Rd., 21227 Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 10 a.m. Lansdowne Library, 500 Third Ave., 21227
College Promise Information Sessions at CCBC Description
What: With the Baltimore County and Maryland Community College Promise scholarship programs, college-ready, recent high school graduates can attend CCBC full time without the cost of tuition and fees.BCPS high school students and their parents are invited to learn about the Baltimore County and the Maryland Community College Promise scholarships, the benefits, requirements, and application process. The event is sponsored by Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). Upcoming winter and spring dates can be found here. When: Saturday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m. Where: CCBC Essex Student Services Center, Ste. 103, 7201 Rossville Blvd., 21237 & CCBC Catonsville Student Services Center, Rm. 004, 800 S. Rolling Rd., 21228
Stakeholder Survey coming soon! Let us know how we are doing…
What: BCPS wants to know what students, parents, teachers, staff, and community members think of BCPS. From Friday, Jan. 18 through Sunday, Feb. 24, the annual Baltimore County Public Schools’ Stakeholder Survey will be available on the BCPS website. Stakeholder Survey results are used to guide school improvement, identify staff training areas, improve safety, and identify emerging challenges. The survey is anonymous and takes five minutes or less to complete on a phone, tablet, or computer. The survey is available for students in Grades 3 - 12, parents, and community members in 16 languages: Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, English, French, Gujarati, Korean, Nepali, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, and Yoruba. Individuals who fit into more than one category - for example, a staff person who is also the parent of a BCPS student - can take the survey more than once in order to answer questions based on each of the categories. In addition, parents who have students in more than one school are encouraged to take the survey specific to each school their children attend. Parents can choose to take the survey at their child’s school rather than at home or at a public library. When: Friday, Jan. 18 – Sunday, Feb. 24
Come join our Career and Technology Education team!
What: Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is looking for talented, dedicated teachers for Career and Technology Education courses. Candidates are sought to teach construction management, nursing, carpentry, electrical, culinary arts, CISCO, automotive services, technology education, engineering, business education, school to career, and family and consumer sciences (food and nutrition). Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. No registration is required for the job fair. Interested candidates are asked to bring their resumes. Candidates can explore job opportunities online, or contact Tiffany Harris at 443-809-4453 or tharris4@bcps.org.
When:
Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019, from 4 – 6 p.m. (snow date: Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 4 – 6 p.m.) Where: Loch Raven High School,1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286
Support Staff Hiring Event
What: This event is open by invitation only. Those interested in attending must apply online for one or more of the following positions: Cafeteria Worker, Trainee Bus Driver, Trainee Bus Attendant, Building Service Worker or Groundsworker II. Visit the BCPS job board to apply.When: Monday, Jan. 28 Transportation applicants: 8:30 – 11 a.m. Grounds worker and building service worker applicants: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Cafeteria worker applicants: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: Hunt Valley Workforce Development Center, 11101 McCormick Rd., Suite 102, 21031
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Two BCPS science resource teachers earn statewide award for raising awareness of watershed issues

January 3, 2019, 11:13 am
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TOWSON, MD — Matthew Budinger and Joseph Davis, elementary science resource teachers for Baltimore County Public Schools, were honored with the 2018 Maryland Water Monitoring Council Above and Beyond Award. In announcing the award, the council wrote that “By helping teachers develop lessons that are focused on the setting around their school and by leading field trips, Mr. Davis and Mr. Budinger have helped thousands of students understand their local watershed and environment and how it connects to the Chesapeake Bay.” The council noted that Budinger and Davis are “co-developers of the county-wide EcoBlitz where members of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources ran stations for students such as fish shocking, water quality analysis, and fish sampling. The students then analyzed the habitats and developed mitigation solutions for the competition. These practices of students collecting their own data and then analyzing it are at the leading edge of best practices for education and have been shown to increase student success.” The council specifically recognized Davis for developing a multiyear watershed database that students can contribute to and leading evening outdoor education programs for students, teachers, parents, and community members. Budinger was honored for cultivating resources and strong relationships with stakeholders that yield additional opportunities for students, such as working with scientists from local universities to discuss ways to do water quality testing with students using practices used by scientists. The award was presented at last month’s Maryland Water Monitoring Council conference. The council is affiliated with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
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Only one week left till Team BCPS Day 2019: How will you go blue?

January 3, 2019, 12:18 pm
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TOWSON, MD — On Thursday, January 10, Baltimore County Public Schools will go blue. And you are encouraged to join us! On Team BCPS Day, the second Thursday of January, Baltimore County Public Schools asks everyone to share photos on social media (using #BCPSblue) in which they wear blue to show their BCPS pride. Photos can also be emailed to communications@bcps.org. Creativity is encouraged in finding other ways to celebrate the school system’s unity and impact on the community. In support of past Team BCPS Days: people have arranged themselves to spell out B-C-P-S. Schools have created music videos. The county has lit its courthouse dome in blue. Blue cakes have been baked. Hair has been dyed blue. Libraries have showcased books with blue covers. Blue footprints have magically appeared on desks and across the floor. Blue bandannas have been tied onto family pets.“There is nothing quite like Team BCPS Day,” said Interim Superintendent Verletta White. “It is a delight to walk into any one of our schools or walk into any meeting and see everyone proudly wearing blue. We are a school system made strong by our size, diversity, and shared commitment to quality and equity. This day unites us in recognizing our progress and promise. We invite all parents, alumni, neighbors, and community partners to join us in the celebration." Photos from last year’s Team BCPS Day can be viewed on the school system’s Flickr page.
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Students aspiring to become educators to learn more at Educators Rising Conference on Jan. 11

January 4, 2019, 7:30 am
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What: More than 200 students from 20 BCPS middle and high schools will participate in the Educators Rising Conference. The students – who are aspiring educators – will be coming from schools with Educators Rising chapters. The students will attend workshops on a wide range of topics including education law, minorities and men in education, children’s literature, brain science, blended learning, Universal Design for Learning, computer science, social justice, and more. Workshop presenters will include representatives of CCBC, BCPS, Giant Food, TABCO, Upward Bound, Kappa Delta Pi, and the Maryland State Education Association. During lunch, students will have the opportunity to participate in a “Makerspace meets Service-Learning” project, making calming items for BCPS school counselors to use when working with students. Also during lunch, students can visit with representatives of area colleges and education groups. In the afternoon, students will hear a keynote address by Josh Parker, 2012 BCPS and Maryland Teacher of the Year, now with UnBoundEd. The conference is presented by BCPS Career and Technology Education, Human Resources, and Organizational Development. When: Friday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (snow date: Friday, Feb. 8) Where: CCBC Dundalk, 7200 Sollers Point Rd., 21222 Background: Educators Rising cultivates highly skilled educators by guiding young people on a path to becoming accomplished teachers, beginning in high school and extending through college and into the profession. Also, approximately 30 BCPS students are registered to compete in five selected Educators Rising competitions. These students will have the opportunity to qualify to attend and compete at the Maryland Educators Rising conference at Towson University on March 20. For more information, please contact Alicia Fales at alfales@bcps.org or 443-809-8924.
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Deadline for BCPS Film Expo Poster Contest fast approaching: Submissions due by Thursday, Jan. 10

January 4, 2019, 7:42 am
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TOWSON, MD — Baltimore County Public Schools students, of all ages, are invited to enter the 4th Annual BCPS Film Expo Poster Contest. Submissions are due by Thursday, January 10, and the winning entry will be reproduced as posters to promote the BCPS Film Expo. The winning student will be recognized at the Film Expo. Poster designs need to include the following information:
  • BCPS Film Expo 2019
  • April 25
  • At the Senator Theater
  • 5904 York Road, 21212
  • Doors 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Films screened at 5:30 p.m.
  • Students $3; Adults $5
  • bcpsfilmexpo.org
  • Sponsor logos (available on Schoology) for Rosedale Federal, The Education Foundation, and the Film Expo
The designs should be 300 pixels per inch and saved at least as a 12” x 18” image. For more information, resources, sponsor logos and to make submissions, students and teachers should join the Film Expo Schoology group using the code 7CC62-C8M8K or email Alex Garove at agarove@bcps.org with any questions.
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Randallstown Elementary assistant principal named to Global 30 Under 30 List: Michelle Valerio honored for promoting literacy

January 7, 2019, 8:53 am
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Towson, MD — Michelle Valerio, assistant principal at Randallstown Elementary School, is one of 30 literacy leaders named to the International Literacy Association’s 2019 30 Under 30 list. This year’s honorees include educators, school administrators, nonprofit leaders, authors, volunteers, researchers and social entrepreneurs representing 13 countries — a cohort of young innovators, disruptors, and visionariescreating positive change in the global literacy landscape. Valerio, a 28-year-old Reisterstown resident, is in her first year at Randallstown Elementary. The 30 Under 30 award recognizes her previous work as a teacher at Padonia International Elementary School, where she taught English learners in partially bilingual classes and sponsored the Mighty Girls and Good Guys Book Club, which focused on reading culturally diverse texts with strong female protagonists. Valerio, whose family emigrated to the United States from the Dominican Republic, was herself an English learner. In the Literacy Today profile of Valerio, she is quoted as saying, “Students need to love reading in order to access opportunities they might not have available to them. Literacy is something that no one can take away from them. Literacy is independent of social standing, it does not require citizenship, and is not only for a specific group of people. This alone makes literacy a crucial and essential tool to eliminating barriers.”"I am incredibly proud of Ms. Valerio, who represents the core of my vision to develop every one of our young people as lifelong learners and thinkers by focusing on literacy every day," said Interim Superintendent Verletta White. "She is helping students develop the gift of freedom through the written word." Valerio began her teaching career with BCPS in 2012 after earning an undergraduate degree from Long Island University. She taught for three years at Hampton Elementary and two years at Padonia International Elementary, before joining the administrative team at Randallstown Elementary. She is pursuing a doctorate in social change and policy at Morgan State University, the school from which she earned a master’s degree in supervision and administration. “I found have Ms. Valerio, a recent member to the Randallstown Elementary family, to be an enthusiastic team player,” said Principal Lois Stokes. “She is helping to break down barriers that have often impeded learning opportunities for some of our students.She is bridging the literacy gaps for all students, with a specific focus on writing in all content areas.Her energy level and personal perspective are welcomed and well-respected.” Others in this year’s elite 30 Under 30 class of emerging leaders include Allister Chang, the executive director of Libraries Without Borders; Marley Dias (age 14), founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks; Freshta Karim, founder of a mobile library in Afghanistan; Nangamso Mtsatse, a doctoral student in South Africa researching how to improve the teaching and learning of African languages; Daniel Reichard of Virginia, who was named Washington Post’s 2018 Teacher of the Year; and Nandini Varma, co-founder of the Airplane Poetry Movement in India.“The individuals on this list are solving critical issues—issues many of them have faced on their own paths to success,” says International Literacy Association Executive Director Marcie Craig Post. “Their contributions are paving the way to more accessible and equitable literacy learning in their schools, communities and beyond. It’s an honor to recognize these young leaders whose vision and tenacity are transforming our world.” The 30 Under 30 honorees are featured in the January/February issue of Literacy Today, the International Literacy Association’s bi-monthly magazine, which published today. The International Literacy Association is a global advocacy and membership organization dedicated to advancing literacy for all through its network of more than 300,000 literacy educators, researchers and experts across 146 countries.
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School Board Nominating Commission to meet on Monday, Jan. 14

January 7, 2019, 11:24 am
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Towson, MD — The Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission will hold its next meeting on Monday, January 14, 2019, in Building E, Room 123 at the Greenwood Campus, 6901 N. Charles Street, Towson, Maryland 21204. The Commission’s regular open session will begin at 6:30 p.m. Members of the public are welcome to attend all open sessions of the Commission.
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January job fairs seek Career and Technology Education, Spanish, special education teachers for BCPS

January 7, 2019, 11:27 am
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Towson, MD — Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is hosting three job fairs in January seeking talented, dedicated Career and Technology Education, Spanish, and special education teachers. Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. No registration is required for any of these events. Applicants interviewed in the last 12 months need not attend. All interested candidates are asked to bring their resumes.Special Education Job FairFriday, Jan. 11, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (snow date: Monday, Jan. 14)Holiday Inn, 9615 Deereco Rd., 21093 Dedicated special education teachers (all exceptionalities) are sought. Candidates are also sought for speech pathologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, and teachers of the visually impaired. For additional information, candidates can visit the job board, or contact Sally Barbieri at 443-809-4605 or sbarbieri@bcps.org. Special rates are available for those needing overnight accommodations. For Holiday Inn reservations, please call 800-235-3297 and mention the Special Education Job Fair for Baltimore County Public Schools. Career and Technology Education Job FairTuesday, Jan. 22, from 4 – 6 p.m. (snow date: Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 4 – 6 p.m.)Loch Raven High School, 1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286 Candidates are sought to teach construction management, nursing, carpentry, electrical, culinary arts, CISCO, automotive services, technology education, engineering, business education, school to career, and family and consumer sciences (food and nutrition). Candidates can explore job opportunities online, or contact Tiffany Harris at 443-809-4453 or tharris4@bcps.org. Spanish Teacher Recruitment EventThursday, Jan. 24, from 4 – 6 p.m.BCPS headquarters/Greenwood, 6901 N. Charles St., Building E, 21204 BCPS seeks Spanish teachers interested in working with elementary, middle, or high school students. Applicants should be in a Spanish education program; a Spanish world language program, and/or be a fluent Spanish speaker holding a bachelor’s degree. For additional information, contact Susan Stansbury at 443-809-4146 or sstansbury@bcps.org.
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Public hearing scheduled for BCPS operating budget

January 8, 2019, 5:17 am
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TOWSON, MD - The Board of Education of Baltimore County will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, (snow date Wednesday, January 16, 2019) to seek the community's input concerning the proposed fiscal year 2020 operating budget. The Board is expected to approve the proposed operating budget request on February 5, 2019. Sign-up for those members of the public wishing to speak at the January 15 public hearing begins at 6 p.m. at the Greenwood Campus, 6901 N. Charles Street, Building E, Towson, Maryland 21204. Each speaker will be allotted three minutes and is welcome to bring a written copy of any remarks or to provide any remarks to the Board by email at boe@bcps.org. The school system is committed to accessible communication with its stakeholders. Accordingly, all Board of Education meetings are live-streamed and can be viewed on the BCPSwebsite, or on BCPS-TV (Comcast Xfinity channel 73, Verizon FiOS channel 34).
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Maryland 529 college savings program to host parent information meetings at 6 BCPS schools: Parents can learn how to save for children’s education

January 8, 2019, 5:18 am
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What: Maryland 529 – formerly the College Savings Plans of Maryland – has scheduled Parent Information Night meetings this winter at six Baltimore County middle schools. The meetings are open to all Baltimore County parents who are considering a college education for their children. When & Where:Thursday, January 24, at 7 p.m. Dumbarton Middle School, 300 Dumbarton Rd., 21212Tuesday, February 12, at 6 p.m. Northwest Academy of Health Sciences, 4627 Old Court Rd., 21208Wednesday, February 27, at 7 p.m. Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 9830 Winands Rd., 21133 Windsor Mill Middle School, 8300 Windsor Mill Rd., 21244Wednesday, March 13, at 6 p.m. Middle River Middle School, 800 Middle River Rd., 21220Monday, March 25, at 7 p.m. Cockeysville Middle School, 10401 Greenside Dr., 21030Background: Maryland 529 offers two plans to help families save for college. The Maryland Prepaid College Trust allows participants to lock in tomorrow’s tuition at today’s prices and offers the security of a Maryland Legislative Guarantee. The Maryland College Investment Plan offers a variety of investment portfolios managed by T. Rowe Price. Both plans also offer state and federal tax benefits. The Parent Information Nights offer information and application materials and are open to anyone interested in saving for a future college education. For more information, contact the program at 1-888-4MD-GRAD or visit their website.
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Interim Superintendent’s proposed FY 2020 operating budget features continued focus on additional staffing, emphasis on growth, transportation, climate, safety: Includes shift in use of instructional technology for youngest learners

January 9, 2019, 10:15 am
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Towson, MD —The proposed $1.75 billion FY 2020 operating budget for Baltimore County Public Schools reflects Interim Superintendent Verletta White’s continued emphasis on increased staffing – “People for our People” – especially to support students receiving special education services and students who are English learners -- and to enhance literacy and mathematics instruction. White presented her budget proposal to the Board of Education of Baltimore County at its Jan. 8 meeting. “As an educator, you never stop looking for the best ways to nurture academic growth and well-being for every young person in your care,” White said. “You are never satisfied. It is my pleasure and my responsibility to take advantage of opportunities as they arise for Baltimore County Public Schools.” The budget calls for adding 87 special educators and 21 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teachers to serve the district’s fastest growing student subgroups. White noted that the school system’s ESOL population has grown 130% over the past 10 years, 12% over the past year, and by 145 students over just the past two months. In addition, compared to five years ago, BCPS now serves 27.8% more students with autism, 46.1% more students who are developmentally delayed, and 50.1% more students with multiple disabilities. One instructional change described in the budget is a shift in the use of instructional technology for elementary students. The new plan shifts to the use of Chromebooks for elementary students. There will also be a shift in the student-to-device ratio at the primary level from 1:1 to 2:1 in Grades K-2, to focus on foundational skills in the early grades. “Offering 2:1 devices in Grades K-2 reinforces the social interaction and small group literacy instruction that our curriculum prioritizes for our youngest learners,” White said. “At the same time, we decrease screen time for some students in primary grades, in keeping with the latest recommendations from the School Health Council.” Chromebooks now demonstrate student privacy and security at levels that meet stringent BCPS standards, as a result of the international General Data Privacy Regulation. The significant cost savings BCPS would realize from purchasing Chromebooks for students in Grades K-2 (instead of leasing devices) will help boost school budgets. The budget includes targeted funding to enhance literacy and mathematics by providing support for PreKindergarten, second language acquisition, gifted and talented, science, middle and high school transitions, magnet programs, and college and career readiness. Growth and infrastructure would be addressed with increased compensation and staffing. Transportation services will be strengthened with additional staffing and capacity. The budget supports climate and safety with 49 additional counseling/psychology, social worker/health positions, and by increasing resources related to student behavior, discipline, and climate.“Our annual budget,” White said, “not only represents the needs expressed by our community, it also clearly moves us forward to support high-quality daily instruction. We are a learning organization, and we will continue to consider adjustments that serve our goals of equity and access for every one of our nearly 114,000 students. I look forward to continued public involvement in the budget process through the board’s public hearing on Tuesday, January 15, and the work session on Tuesday, January 22.”
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BCPS News Tips: Jan. 12 - 19, 2019: Activities, events, and news from Baltimore County Public Schools

January 10, 2019, 5:51 am
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Monday, Jan. 14
Southwest Area Education group to discuss digital health and safety
What: The Southwest Area Education Advisory Council will discuss technology/digital health and safety. The meeting is free and open to the public. When: Monday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. Where: Catonsville Middle School, 2301 Edmondson Ave., 21228
Tuesday, Jan. 15
Head groundskeeper from Baltimore Orioles to help lead interactive science lesson at Deep Creek Middle
What:Nicole Sherry, head groundskeeper for the Baltimore Orioles, will work with Deep Creek Middle students as they engage in an exciting science lesson exploring the soil samples from Camden Yards. This event, being held in collaboration with Major League Baseball, the Baltimore Orioles, and Discovery Education, will demonstrate how BCPS teachers are using new digital content from the MLB and Discovery Education to immerse students in science and STEM instruction. When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 10 – 10:45 a.m. Where: Deep Creek Middle School1000 Marlyn Ave., 21221Contact: Brandon Oland, boland@bcps.org, 443.809.5908
Winter Dance and Music Concert at Chatsworth School
What:Chatsworth’s winter concert will feature dance, instrumental, and vocal music student performances.When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 6 p.m. Where Chatsworth School, 222 New Ave., 21136
Visit the Parentmobile at Featherbed Lane Elementary’s Winter Math Carnival
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required. When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Featherbed Lane Elementary School, 6700 Richardson Rd., 21207
Math Night at Lyons Mill Elementary
What: During Lyons Mill Elementary’s annual Math Night, students and parents will have learn and have fun while participating in math games and activities, parent workshops, and make & take activities. When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Where: Lyons Mill Elementary School, 9435 Lyons Mill Rd., 21117
Wednesday, Jan. 16
Visit the Parentmobile at Hebbville Elementary’s Academic Parent Teacher Team
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required. When: Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Where: Hebbville Elementary School, 3335 Washington Ave., 21244
Thursday, Jan. 17
Fifth District Elementary Student Art Exhibit
What: Artwork by Fifth District Elementary students, in all grade levels, demonstrates what they have learned about basic art concepts such as line, shape, color, texture, space, form, and value. Works in the show will range from fluffy owl collages created by Kindergarten students to observational shoe drawing by students in Grade 5. At the reception, guests will be able to meet and talk to the student artists.When: Reception: Thursday, Jan. 17, from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Exhibition: through Thursday, Jan. 31 Where: Hereford branch of Baltimore County Public Library, 16940 York Rd., 21111
Johnnycake Elementary presents Seussical the Musical
What: Johnnycake Elementary School students will perform Seussical the Musical for family and friends. In the show, Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him.
When:
Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m.

Where: Johnnycake Elementary School, 5910 Craigmont Rd., 21228

Family Literacy ESOL program
What: Family Literacy ESOLclasses help parents learnEnglish language skills for life, work, and to fully partner in their children’seducation.To participate in this tuition-free program, parents must have a child (0 -16 years old) enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools, the Judy Center of Baltimore County, or Baltimore County Head Start. The classes are sponsored by BCPS Parent University and the CCBC Family Literacy Program. Visit here to register and for more information. When and Where: Thursday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. Owings Mills Elementary School, 10824 Reisterstown Rd., 21117
Friday, Jan. 18
Living Wax Museum at Deer Park Elementary
What: Grade 5 students at Deer Park Elementary will present a Living Wax Museum of “hidden figures” from the American Revolution. When: Friday, Jan. 18, from 10 – 11 a.m. Where: Deer Park Elementary School, 9809 Lyons Mill Rd., 21117
Family Literacy ESOL program
What: Family Literacy ESOLclasses help parents learnEnglish language skills for life, work, and to fully partner in their children’seducation.To participate in this tuition-free program, parents must have a child (0 -16 years old) enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools, the Judy Center of Baltimore County, or Baltimore County Head Start. The classes are sponsored by BCPS Parent University and the CCBC Family Literacy Program. Visit here to register and for more information. When: Friday, Jan. 18, at 9 a.m. Where: Catonsville branch of Baltimore County Public Library, 1100 Frederick Rd., 21228
Middle School Writing contest – Today is the deadline for entries!
What: The Senior Literary Arts Class of George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology has announced the 22nd Annual Middle School Writing Contest – and its hope that students from all Baltimore County middle schools will enter. The deadline for entries is Friday, Jan. 18. Winners will be notified in April and invited to attend an awards ceremony. The contest is open to all Baltimore County Public Schools students in Grades 6 – 8. Young writers are asked to submit their best and most polished works of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and/or personal essay. The contest rules are that:
  • All submissions must be accompanied by theofficial submission cover sheet.
  • Students must include a separate cover sheet for each submission.
  • All submissions must be in Times New Roman, 12 pt. font, and double-spaced.
  • All works must have a title. (Make it catchy, please!)
  • Each page must be numbered.
  • Poetry must be no longer than 50 lines.
  • Personal essay, nonfiction, and fiction must be no longer than 10 double-spaced pages.
All submissions must be sent by mail to: Carver Center for Arts and Technology c/o Suzanne Supplee 938 York Road Towson, MD 21204 Deadline: Friday, Jan. 18Contact: Suzanne Supplee atssupplee@bcps.orgor 443.809.2775
Stakeholder Survey coming soon! Let us know how we are doing…
What: BCPS wants to know what students, parents, teachers, staff, and community members think of BCPS. From Friday, Jan. 18 through Sunday, Feb. 25, the annual Baltimore County Public Schools’ Stakeholder Survey will be available on the BCPSwebsite. Stakeholder Survey results are used to guide school improvement, identify staff training areas, improve safety, and identify emerging challenges. The survey is anonymous and takes five minutes or less to complete on a phone, tablet, or computer. The survey is available for students in Grades 3 - 12, parents, and community members in 16 languages: Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, English, French, Gujarati, Korean, Nepali, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, and Yoruba. Individuals who fit into more than one category - for example, a staff person who is also the parent of a BCPS student - can take the survey more than once in order to answer questions based on each of the categories. In addition, parents who have students in more than one school are encouraged to take the survey specific to each school their children attend. Parents can choose to take the survey at their child’s school rather than at home or at a public library.When: Friday, Jan. 18 – Sunday, Feb. 25
Saturday, Jan. 19
College Promise Information Sessions at CCBC
What: With the Baltimore County and Maryland Community College Promise scholarship programs, college-ready, recent high school graduates can attend CCBC full time without the cost of tuition and fees.BCPS high school students and their parents are invited to learn about the Baltimore County and the Maryland Community College Promise scholarships, the benefits, requirements, and application process. The event is sponsored by Community Colleges of Baltimore County (CCBC). Upcoming winter and spring dates can be found here. When: Saturday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m. Where: CCBC Essex Student Services Center, Ste. 103, 7201 Rossville Blvd., 21237 & CCBC Catonsville Student Services Center, Rm. 004, 800 S. Rolling Rd., 21228
Pot Spring Elementary Family Fitness Night at acac Timonium
What: Pot Spring Elementary is hosting a Family Fitness Night offering free fitness and fun for Pot Spring families, teachers, and staff – including an obstacle course, glow-stick dance party, family swim, healthy snacks, and use of acac equipment. Parents must accompany children at all times. Families are asked to RSVP by sending an email including the number and ages of participating children to jessicabi@acac.com. The fitness center is also offering a special 30 day membership for $30 with all proceeds benefitting the Pot Spring Elementary School PTA. Those interested can sign up at the event or using the above email address.When: Saturday, Jan. 19, from 5 – 7:30 p.m. Where: acac Timonium, 110 W. Timonium Rd., 21093
ONGOING EVENTS!
Stop by to see student, teacher art exhibitions
What: Artwork by BCPS students – and some visual arts teachers – is on display throughout the community. When & Where:
  • Greenwood Building A, intermediate high school artwork – through Jan. 31
  • Greenwood Building E, artwork from Logan Elementary School – through Jan. 31
  • Jefferson Building, artwork from Riderwood Elementary School – through Jan. 31
  • Pulaski Park, artwork from Glenmar, McCormick, and Wellwood elementary schools – through Jan. 15 & artwork from Elmwood and Essex elementary schools – from Jan. 16 through Feb. 15
2019 BCPS Film Expo and Film Expo Jr. – now accepting entries
What: Entries are being accepted now through March 9 for the 2019 BCPS Film Expo, and the Office of Visual Arts is hopeful that more students than ever – from more schools – will participate. This year, two new features have been added. In addition to the Historic Senator Theatre showcasing films by middle and high school finalists, these finalists also will be invited to a special master class at Stevenson University. They will spend a Saturday (date to be determined) going through the entire filmmaking process from storyboarding and scriptwriting to lighting, filming, and editing. Elementary school students will have their first opportunity to participate through the new BCPS Film Expo Jr. Films can be submitted by individual students, groups of students, or entire classes. All elementary films submitted by April 5 will be shown on BCPS-TV.Interested students should ask their visual arts teachers for more information. Detailed information about the 2019 BCPS Film Expo (deadline March 9) and a Film Expo Poster Contest (deadline Jan. 10) are available online and from visual arts teachers across the county. The 2019 Film Expo is sponsored by Rosedale Federal, The Education Foundation of Baltimore County Public Schools, Stevenson University, and BCPS. Deadlines: March 9 for BCPS Film Expo April 5 for BCPS Film Expo Jr.
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Family Literacy ESOL program
What: Family Literacy ESOLclasses help parents learnEnglish language skills for life, work, and to fully partner in their children’seducation.To participate in this tuition-free program, parents must have a child (0 -16 years old) enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools, the Judy Center of Baltimore County, or Baltimore County Head Start. The classes are sponsored by BCPS Parent University and the CCBC Family Literacy Program. Visit here to register and for more information. When and Where: Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 9 a.m. Hawthorne Elementary School, 125 Kingston Rd., 21220 Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 6 p.m. Saint Peter Lutheran Church, 7834 Eastern Ave., 21224 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. Campfield Head Start Center. 6838 Alter St., 21207 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 12 p.m. North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222 Wednesday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. Saint Stephen Lutheran Church, 901 Courtney Rd., 21227 Thursday, Jan. 24, at 12 p.m. Randallstown Elementary School, 9013 Liberty Rd., 21133 Thursday, Jan. 24, at 6 p.m. Baltimore Highlands Elementary School, 4200 Annapolis Rd., 21227 Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 10 a.m. Lansdowne Library, 500 Third Ave., 21227
Come join our Career and Technology Education team!
What: Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is looking for talented, dedicated teachers for Career and Technology Education courses. Candidates are sought to teach construction management, nursing, carpentry, electrical, culinary arts, CISCO, automotive services, technology education, engineering, business education, school to career, and family and consumer sciences (food and nutrition). Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. No registration is required for the job fair. Interested candidates are asked to bring their resumes. Candidates can explore job opportunities online, or contact Tiffany Harris at 443-809-4453 or tharris4@bcps.org. When: uesday, Jan. 22, 2019, from 4 – 6 p.m. (snow date: Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 4 – 6 p.m.) Where: Loch Raven High School,1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286
Spanish Teacher Recruitment Event
What: Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is seeking Spanish teachers interested in working with elementary, middle, or high school students. Applicants should be in a Spanish education program; a Spanish world language program, and/or be a fluent Spanish speaker holding a bachelor’s degree. Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. No registration is required for any of these events. Applicants interviewed in the last 12 months need not attend. All interested candidates are asked to bring their resumes.When: Thursday, Jan. 24, from 4 – 6 p.m. Where: BCPS headquarters/Greenwood, 6901 N. Charles St., Building E, 21204Contact: Susan Stansbury, 443.809.4146 orsstansbury@bcps.org.
Randallstown High special event to celebrate National School Choice Week 2019
What: Randallstown High School is excited to announce that its students, teachers, and staff will celebrate National School Choice Week (January 20-26) with a special spotlight pep rally. Participants will receive yellow scarves as they enter the gym. The award-winning Golden Rams, Randallstown High’s marching band, and cheerleaders will set the tone and the atmosphere of the event. Hosting the event will be members of the WRHS-TV crew (Randallstown High TV station). Speakers will include the principal, school system and local political leaders, and school alumni. When: Thursday, Jan. 24, at 9 – 10:30 a.m. Where: Randallstown High School, 4000 Offutt Rd., 21133Contact: Susan Ellerbee, sellerbee@bcps.org or 443.809.0748
Maryland 529 college savings program to host parent information meetings at 6 BCPS schools
What: Maryland 529 – formerly the College Savings Plans of Maryland – has scheduled Parent Information Night meetings this winter at six Baltimore County middle schools. The meetings are open to all Baltimore County parents who are considering a college education for their children. For more information, contact the program at 1-888-4MD-GRAD or visit theirwebsite.When & Where:
Thursday, January 24, at 7 p.m.
Dumbarton Middle School, 300 Dumbarton Rd., 21212
Tuesday, February 12, at 6 p.m.
Northwest Academy of Health Sciences, 4627 Old Court Rd., 21208
Wednesday, February 27, at 7 p.m.
Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 9830 Winands Rd., 21133 Windsor Mill Middle School, 8300 Windsor Mill Rd., 21244
Wednesday, March 13, at 6 p.m.
Middle River Middle School, 800 Middle River Rd., 21220
Monday, March 25, at 7 p.m.
Cockeysville Middle School, 10401 Greenside Dr., 21030
Support Staff Hiring Event
What:This event is open by invitation only. Those interested in attending must apply online for one or more of the following positions: Cafeteria Worker, Trainee Bus Driver, Trainee Bus Attendant, Building Service Worker or Groundsworker II. Visit the BCPS job board to apply.When: Monday, Jan. 28 Transportation applicants: 8:30 – 11 a.m. Grounds worker and building service worker applicants: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Cafeteria worker applicants: 2 – 4 p.m. Where: Hunt Valley Workforce Development Center, 11101 McCormick Road, Suite 102, 21031
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Scholarship loans available for students interested in teaching : Looking in BCPS classrooms for next generation of BCPS teachers

January 11, 2019, 9:11 am
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TOWSON, MD – In schools across the area, some teachers leading instruction were once Baltimore County Public Schools students. Even Interim Superintendent Verletta White is a BCPS graduate. Building on that legacy, the school system offers scholarship loans to encourage even more students to become teachers. “As I travel throughout our schools, I get to know so many talented young people,” said White. “After they graduate, we want them to come back and teach in our schools. I can’t imagine a more rewarding or in-demand career. Teaching offers so much – the opportunity to inspire others, share knowledge, and help shape the community and the future workforce.” Through the BCPS Scholarship Loan Program, BCPS students can apply for a loan scholarship worth $4,000 per year for up to four years. Renewal awards are automatic, pending transcript verification of grade point average (in good academic standing) and full-time status. The award may be used for tuition, fees, books, or educational supplies. Applications and a fact sheet about the program are available online. The application deadline is Friday, March 1. To apply, BCPS high school seniors must have a minimum GPA of 2.80 and submit an application accompanied with a resume documenting school and community activities and three letters of recommendation. Once accepted into the program, recipients must sign a promissory note, agreeing to teach full-time in a Baltimore County public school, one year for each year of the award; enroll full-time in an approved teacher education program at a Maryland institution; maintain Maryland residency; and begin employment within six months of college graduation. Failure to maintain eligibility for the award based on GPA, full-time status or Maryland residency requirement, will require that the recipient repay the scholarship. The BCPS Office of Human Resources will notify scholarship recipients of their award by Monday, April 1. For more information, please contact Carla Simons at csimons@bcps.org.
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School Board Nominating Commission meeting cancelled

January 14, 2019, 8:37 am
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Towson, MD — The Baltimore County School Board Nominating Commission meeting, scheduled for Monday, January 14, 2019, has been cancelled.
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Baltimore Orioles head groundskeeper to engage Deep Creek Middle students in science lesson : Event celebrates BCPS, Major League Baseball, Baltimore Orioles, and Discovery Education partnership to immerse students in science education

January 14, 2019, 10:38 am
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What:Deep Creek Middle School will host representatives from Major League Baseball, the Baltimore Orioles, and Discovery Education for a special event demonstrating how Baltimore County Public Schools teachers are using new digital content from Major League Baseball and Discovery Education to immerse students in science and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) instruction. During this event, members of the media are invited to observe teachers, students, and Nicole Sherry, head groundskeeper for the Baltimore Orioles, as they engage in an exciting science lesson exploring soil samples from Camden Yards. When: Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 10 – 10:45 a.m. Where: Deep Creek Middle School, 1000 Marlyn Ave., 21221Background: The digital content supporting this lesson was created through a new partnership between Discovery Education and Major League Baseball. The content is designed to connect students to a variety of intriguing science and STEM concepts and related careers through high-quality digital media specifically designed to appeal to students’ interest in baseball and sports. Discovery Education is the leading provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms and is inspired by Discovery Inc., whose networks include Discovery Channel, Animal Planet and Science Channel. Since 2014, Baltimore County Public Schools has used Discovery Education’s digital curriculum and resources to support instruction.
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Board of Education of Baltimore County to meet on Tuesday, January 22, 2019

January 14, 2019, 11:03 am
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TOWSON - The Board of Education will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at its Greenwood Campus, 6901 N. Charles Street, Building E, Towson, Maryland 21204. The Board’s regular open session will begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. The Board will then meet in closed session as permitted by law. The open session will reconvene at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend all open sessions. The school system is committed to accessible communication with its stakeholders. Accordingly, all Board of Education meetings are live-streamed and can be viewed on the BCPS website, or on BCPS-TV (Comcast Xfinity channel 73, Verizon FiOS channel 34).
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Help shape the future of Baltimore County's public schools – in 5 minutes or less.

January 15, 2019, 7:36 am
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TOWSON, MD. – Baltimore County Public Schools students in Grades 3 – 12, and all parents/caregivers, community members, and staff are invited to participate in the online BCPS Stakeholder Survey from Friday, Jan. 18, through Sunday, Feb. 24. The survey will be available on the BCPS website in 16 languages: Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, English, French, Gujarati, Korean, Nepali, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, and Yoruba. It is anonymous and takes five minutes or less to complete on a phone, tablet, or computer.“We use Stakeholder Survey results to guide school improvement, identify staff training areas, improve safety, and identify emerging challenges," said BCPS Interim Superintendent Verletta White. “Your responses to this year’s survey can help us improve even more! We are especially interested in greater participation from parents/caregivers, community members, and secondary school students." Individuals who fit into more than one category - for example, a staff person who is also the parent/caregiver of a BCPS student - can take the survey more than once in order to answer questions based on each of the categories. In addition, parents/caregivers who have students in more than one school are encouraged to take the survey specific to each school their children attend. Parents/caregivers can choose to take the survey at their child’s school rather than at home or at a public library. The community is welcome to preview survey items or review reports from past years on the Stakeholder Survey website.
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BCPS dance students take center stage during county’s annual Take a Leap Dance Celebration

January 15, 2019, 10:44 am
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TOWSON, MD. – From elementary students learning ballroom dance to high school students performing their own choreography, Baltimore County Public Schools will showcase dance instruction during the sixth annual Take a Leap Baltimore County Dance Celebration.“During Take a Leap, we’re pleased to support our students and the larger Baltimore County dance community with opportunities to take their dance training to new heights,” said Sonia Synkowski, president of the Maryland Dance Education Association and dance resource teacher for Baltimore County Public Schools. The celebration, which began Jan. 4, and continues through March 8, features national and regional performers, master classes with guest artists, and student dance and choreography showcases. BCPS will be involved in the following ways: BCPS Student Choreography Showcase Thursday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts, 8100 Wise Ave., 21222 Tickets ($5/adults; $3/student and seniors) will be available at the door. Only cash or checks accepted.Ballroom Dance instruction Throughout February, BCPS will offer its annual ballroom dance instruction for Grade 5 students. The weeklong lessons end with inviting parents in to see their children dance and dance with them. The ballroom dance schedule for 2019 is: February 4 – 8
  • Dundalk Elementary, 11:10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • Edgemere Elementary, 2:20 – 3:20 p.m.
  • Padonia Elementary, 8:50 – 9:40 a.m.
  • Pot Spring Elementary, 9:20 – 10:10 a.m.
  • Seventh District Elementary, 2:20 – 3:10 p.m.
  • Sparks Elementary, 11:05 – 11:55 a.m.
February 11 – 15
  • Rodgers Forge Elementary, 9:10 – 10 a.m.
February 25 – March 1
  • Chase Elementary, 9:10 – 10 a.m.
  • Fullerton Elementary, 9:40 – 10:30 a.m.
  • Middlesex Elementary, 2:50 – 3:40 p.m.
2nd Annual Dance Your Heart Out Charity Concert Saturday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. Hereford High School, 17301 York Rd., 21120 Dancers from The Moving Company Ensembles, Hereford High School Dance Company, Dulaney High School Dance Company, and Sudbrook Middle Magnet Dancers will perform to benefit the One Love Foundation. This event is hosted by The Moving Company Dance Center. Tickets ($10/adult, $5/children ages 3-7, free/children under 3) will be available at the door. Koresh Dance Company residency/performance For the sixth year running, the Gordon Center for Performing Arts and Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is bringing an internationally renowned dance company to Baltimore County —this year, the Philadelphia-based Koresh Dance Company— and sponsoring extensive outreach activities with the company for BCPS students. More than 400 BCPS students will attend a student-only performance by Koresh Dance – free of charge. These students represent Deep Creek, Deer Park Magnet, Stemmers Run, and Windsor Mill middle schools; and Dulaney, Hereford, Lansdowne, Milford Mill, New Town, and Owings Mills high schools. In addition, BCPS students will participate in the following free of charge master classes with Koresh Dance: Wednesday, Feb. 13
  • Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
  • Franklin High School, 8:30 – 10 a.m.
  • Pikesville Middle School, 11:30 a.m. – 1:07 p.m.
  • Sudbrook Magnet Middle School, 11:35 a.m. – 1:35 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 14
  • Franklin Middle School, 12:40 – 1:30 p.m.
  • New Town High School, 7:45 – 9:30 a.m.
  • Owings Mills High School, 7:25 – 8:50 a.m.
Maryland Dance Alliance Friday, Feb. 22, at 7 p.m. (snow date: February 25) Gordon Center for Performing Arts, 3506 Gwynnbrook Ave., 21117 The Maryland Dance Education Association presents an engaging program of student and community dancers from throughout the State. Tickets ($10/general admission) will be available at the door.

The full Take a Leap calendar and ticket information are available. The Take a Leap Baltimore County Dance Celebration is presented by the Baltimore County Commission on Arts & Sciences in partnership with the Gordon Center for Performing Arts and the Baltimore region’s dance community.

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60 BCPS students stepped up to the barre and leapt their way into All-County Honors Dance Ensembles

January 15, 2019, 10:58 am
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TOWSON, MD — Sixty dance students from 10 high schools and 8 middle schools dazzled the audition judges and have earned membership in the 2018-2019 All-County Honors Dance Ensembles. Both the High School and Middle School All-County Honors Dance Ensembles will be led by Artistic Director Stephanie Powell and will rehearse weekly from January to June at George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology. Throughout the season, the groups will perform at school system and community events. They will finish their season with a gala concert at Carver Center on Monday, June 10, at 7 p.m. “We are thrilled to see our All-County Honors Ensembles grow in size with more schools adding dance every year,” said Sonia Synkowski, dance resource teacher in the BCPS Office of Music and Dance Education. “These diverse dance ensembles provide an extension opportunity for students who benefit from a rigorous and accelerated training environment with other dedicated dance students in our school system.” The members of the ensembles are: High School All-County Honors Dance Ensemble, 2018 – 2019Dulaney High School Sarah Bartlett Morgan Holden Franklin High School Margarita Skvortsova George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology Jayson Britton Tida Crippen Cecelia DeBaugh Lucy DeBaugh Xavier Easter Qadir Farrakhan Keja Ferguson Jailah Johnson Kayla Johnson Camryn Little Nija Maple Angela Marable Symaya Millier Kourtney Pryor Jenae Rogers Brianah Tyree Nybia Williams Hereford High School Alena Sagalovsky Milford Mill Academy Devin Bryan-Riggins Seanie Scott New Town High School Victoria Berlack Jedan Parker Ladanian Smith Owings Mills High School Jelvin Del Cid Aparicio Madisyn Johnson Jade Ramos Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts Bryan Bennett Deon Cox Ifetayo Carey-Blackman Destinie Mayo Morgan Strebeck Perry Hall High School Sofia Dean Kristine Escoto Alex Tamulevich Pikesville High School Alyssa Stewart Middle School All-County Honors Dance Ensemble, 2018 – 2019Deer Park Middle Magnet School Toimar Allen Elana Keel Jada Rogers Shantae Samms Aniyah Sierra Franklin Middle School Audrey Stark Loch Raven Academy Melody Cole Pikesville Middle School Isabel Armstrong Simone Brown Ariyonna Dennis Alexandra Dzhygit Jase WoolcockSouthwest Academy Onyinye Ikeako Sudbrook Magnet Middle School Olivia Anderson Anissa Davis Lily Geedey Laniah Loftin Windsor Mill Middle School Morgan Foster Destiny Harris Woodlawn Middle School Anaya Chapman The mission of the BCPS dance education program is to provide quality performance-based instruction with experiences that include perception and response activities with movement, historical, social, and cultural dance forms, creative expression and production, aesthetics, and personal development for a successful lifetime.
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