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The board recognized the Rising Sun High School Tiger marching band for a regional championship and named the Live for Thomas Foundation as community partner of the month for its mental health programs and student 'hope squads.'
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At its Nov. 12 meeting, the Board of Education of Cecil County unanimously approved a $4,479,000 contract for Cecil Manor Elementary HVAC replacement, a $99,500 award for MTSS support, extension of the employee assistance program contract, and operating and capital budget amendments covering project cost changes.
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Facilities staff showed progress photos of the Northeast Middle/High School, described geothermal systems and a parking fill change order of about $800,000, and reported county interest in a 65,000–85,000 sq ft indoor fieldhouse under consideration.
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The Historic Landmark Commission voted to grant a favorable determination that $16,252 in qualifying work at 218 North Locust Street constitutes permanent improvement and restoration under the local landmark tax-exemption code, excluding consulting fees.
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Commissioners reviewed current sign programs, grants and code-enforcement limits and gave staff guidance to coordinate with community services, consider uniform historic signage, map districts and return with options when budget allows.
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Commissioners directed staff to research the history of a surviving Park Place service-station wall, provide an informational report by email and include a ballpark cost for excavation, relocation and storage; staff will return the item for future action.
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Superintendent Doctor Lawson told the Board of Education the Northeast Middle-High School replacement project is on pace at about $190 million and the board approved a $739,515 site-work change order and a $338,876 boiler contract on Oct. 8.
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Cecil County Public Schools officials presented the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program results for 2025, reporting mixed gains and persistent gaps for students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students.
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The Board of Education unanimously approved a $634,526 amendment to the FY26 operating budget to recognize restricted donations, carryovers for summer programs and community-use receipts, including vape-settlement carryover funds and revenue for college and career night.
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The Denton Planning & Zoning Commission on Oct. 8 recommended City Council rezone two parcels near East McKinney Street to R‑7 rather than the applicant’s requested Mixed‑Use Neighborhood (MN), following public concern about traffic, lighting and commercial encroachment near Ryan High School.