Axed African American Studies AP Course Reinstated By School Board

The county education board has reinstated an African American studies AP course it had previously axed after people petitioned to keep it.

Teacher Spotlight: Oliver Bertalo Will Help Any Harford Co. Student

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers like Oliver Jonas Bertalo of Harford County and show them how much they’re valued.

2 HCPS Educators Named P.E. Teachers Of The Year By SHAPE Maryland

Two P.E. teachers with Harford County Public Schools have been named teachers of the year by SHAPE Maryland.

New Combination School Site's Land Purchase Finalized In Bel Air

Officials have finalized the land purchase for the future site of a combination school planned for Bel Air, officials shared.

Star Student: 'Selfless Servant Of His School' In Forest Hill

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer work. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Forest Hill.

$215K Raised By Harford County Students For American Heart Association

Students from 10 Harford County Public Schools have collectively raised $215K for the American Heart Association.

Here's Why Samantha Was Shouted Out As 2024 Graduate

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Maryland.

Broken Water Pipe Floods Bel Air Elementary, School Canceled

HCPS officials reported a broken water pipe at Bel Air Elementary that caused flooding issues. School was canceled Thursday.

Grad Has 'Passion For Helping Students': Bel Air Graduation Shoutout

Many graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Bel Air.

Graduation Shoutout: Kayla Excels In School, Volunteerism In Edgewood

Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Edgewood.

1st Peace Pole On Harford County Property Installed At School

The first peace pole to be installed on Harford County public property greets guests and students arriving at Emmorton Elementary School.

MD Teacher Pay Among Highest In The U.S. In 2024: Report

The average teacher salary in Maryland ranks in the top 10 nationwide, according to a new National Education Association report.

11 Harford Co. Public High Schools Make U.S. News 2024 ‘Best’ Ranking

Among the 210 ranked schools in Maryland in the 2024 Best High Schools list released by U.S. News, 16 are in the top 5 percent nationally.

2nd Place Winner In MD Arbor Day Poster Contest From Harford County

The 2nd place winner in the 2024 Maryland Fifth Grade Arbor Day poster contest attends school in Harford Co., which will receive 10 trees.

16 MD High Schools Among Nation’s Best, U.S. News Says

Among the 210 ranked schools in Maryland in the 2024 Best High Schools list released by U.S. News, 16 are in the top 5 percent nationally.

Star Student Skylar Of Edgewood Excels In Academics

We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Edgewood.

HCPS Leaders Honored at Annual Celebration Of Excellence In Education

Eight HCPS leaders recently were recognized at the 2nd Annual Celebration of Excellence in Education including teacher of the year.

New Preschool Opening This Fall In Bel Air

Little Pipers Preschool will open this fall in Bel Air. As a literary-based preschool, Little Pipers will offer two classes for 4-year-olds.

Students, Staff Work To Name Unidentified Harford County Tributary

Students and staff from Emmorton Elementary School have been working to officially name an unidentified Harford County tributary.

Harford Elementary Students Win Regional Maryland Stock Market Game

A four-student team from Ring Factory Elementary School has won the regional division of the fall 2023 Maryland Stock Market Game.

Finalists Announced In HCPS Excellence In Education Awards Program

Harford County Public Schools has announced its finalists in the 2024 Celebration of Excellence in Education​ recognition program.

$6.3M Property To Become Future Harford County Schools Building Site

Harford County officials plan to buy a $6.3M parcel of land where the school district plans to build a new school and Harford Academy.

Weather Impacts Weekend Activities At Harford County Public Schools

The incoming snowstorm forecast for Maryland has impacted weekend activities planned at Harford County Public Schools.

Harford Schools Update Weather Decision For Classes Tuesday

Harford County Public Schools has updated its weather decision for classes Tuesday. A winter weather advisory has been issued by the NWS.

55 Educators Nominated For 2024 HCPS Teacher Of The Year Award

Fifty-five educators have been nominated for the 2024 Harford County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award.

Harford County Principal Wins State Connected School Leader Award

A Harford Co. principal has won the MD Connected School Leader Award while a librarian has been nominated for state recognition.

Drum Solo By HCPS Superintendent Stuns Audience At Celebration

At a celebration honoring Superintendent of the Year Sean Bulson, the HCPS leader wowed the crowd with a drum solo as he jammed with kids.

Virtual Instruction Days Approved For HCPS Students During Bad Weather

Harford County Public School students will have up to three asynchronous virtual instruction days in the event of inclement weather.

Harford County Schools Change Schedule Ahead Of Friday Snow

Harford County Public Schools have made a schedule change since snow is expected again Friday.

Weather Decision Updated For Wednesday Classes: Harford County Schools

Harford County Public Schools has updated its weather decision for Wednesday classes due to plummeting temperatures.

Weather Decision Updated For Tuesday Classes: Harford County Schools

Harford County Public Schools and offices have changed their schedule for Tuesday after snow blanketed the state Monday into Tuesday.

Apply Now For Virtual Blended Programs Available At Swan Creek School

Families can apply now for a spot within the virtual blended programs available at Swan Creek School in Aberdeen.

Schedule Update For Wednesday: Harford County Public Schools

A weather decision has been updated for Wednesday classes, Harford County Public Schools officials said.

Weather Decision Made For Tuesday Classes: Harford County Schools

Harford County Public Schools officials have made a decision about classes on Tuesday, the district announced Monday afternoon.

Harford County Middle Schoolers Heading To PA To Walk On Battlefields

A group of Southampton MS students will be heading to Pennsylvania for a field trip to walk battle grounds as part of their curriculum.

'Traditional' Inclement Weather Day Plan Temporarily In Place For HCPS

In the event of inclement weather, HCPS will use a traditional "snow day" while it waits for approval of an asynchronous instruction​ plan.

Bomb Report At Joppatowne High School Finds No Threat

A bomb threat was made against Joppatowne High School Wednesday morning. Law enforcement has since declared the building safe.

Bomb Threat Made Against Harford Schools Part Of Nationwide Hoax: FBI

Schools, churches, airports and synagogues across the country, including Harford County Public Schools have received bomb threats recently.

Harford County Education Board Needs Ethics Panel Volunteers

The Board of Education of Harford County needs volunteers to serve on the school system's Ethics Panel. Apply by Jan. 12.

Harford Co. Students Send Care Package To Soldiers Stationed Overseas

Harford County middle school students assembled a care package for soldiers stationed overseas for the kids' service-learning project.