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The Harford County Board approved a contract for furniture and equipment after members debated last years $2.5 million in furniture spending and whether funds were capital or operating.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
At its Feb. 9 business meeting the Harford County Board of Education elected Lauren Page president and Wade Sewell vice president during its organizational roll call and opening business session.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
After public comment and discussion, the Harford County Board voted to not renew Superintendent Sean Balsons contract (expiring June 30, 2026) and approved a separation agreement to effectuate his departure; the separation motion passed 6-3.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
During public comment at the Feb. 9 Harford County Board meeting, multiple speakers raised concerns about curriculum (DEI, SEL), student walkouts, budget priorities, and urged the board to address superintendent conduct and possible contract termination.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
Speakers at the Jan. 12 Harford County Board of Education meeting urged stronger oversight and transparent outcomes after allegations involving the former superintendent; the board said two independent investigations are underway and the I.G. report is available online.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
The Harford County Board of Education voted to amend the proposed 2026–27 school calendar, adjusting December and January staff/student days and setting the last regular day of school (with inclement-day contingencies) after a voice vote on Jan. 12.
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District staff presented a FY 2027 operating budget proposal that would raise the operating budget by $52.4 million to $724.9 million, add 91 positions and prioritize early learners, literacy interventions and staff compensation; board scheduled public input and a February vote.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
The Harford County Board voted to invite its student member into the closed session (recast as an 'invitation' to comply with statute), voted to waive public comment for the special session, and then convened in closed session to discuss personnel and legal counsel matters.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
A board member’s motion to fund an external investigation into alleged malfeasance involving the superintendent and other officials failed after debate over scope, who may vote and whether a liaison should be board-affiliated. The motion drew 5 yes, 2 no and 3 abstentions.
Maryland / School Boards / Harford County Public Schools
Citing Maryland House Bill 86, the Harford County Board approved a policy permitting trained school nurses or designated personnel to give stock bronchodilators to students in respiratory distress; staff said training was provided by the Maryland Department of Health and physician orders are required.