There are two remaining public testimony sessions related to the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) redistricting plan…one today and another tomorrow:

Monday, October 14, 6 p.m. Families currently zoned for Glenelg HS, Marriotts Ridge HS, Reservoir HS, River Hill HS This hearing is for overflow only from the September 26 hearing. No new registrations are being accepted. October 14 order of testimony

Tuesday, October 15, 6 p.m. Families currently zoned for Glenelg HS, Marriotts Ridge HS, Reservoir HS, River Hill HS This hearing is for overflow only from the September 26 hearing. No new registrations are being accepted. October 15 order of testimony



After that the Howard County Board of Education has a number of Work Session planned on the topic:

The Board of Education is currently scheduled to have seven public work sessions to discuss the suggested boundary review. The public may attend a work session but may not participate. The BOE is expected to make a preliminary decision during their final work session on November 18.

Thursday, October 17, 7:00 p.m

Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 30, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 5, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 14, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, November 18, 6:30 p.m. Preliminary decision

Then we will get a decision on November 21st.

I recommend everyone stay informed…stay involved…and advocate for what you think is the best option (no matter what that may be in your opinion).

Scott E