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OPERATION MILITARY KIDS
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Partners
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Middle School M Squads
Several mentoring groups exist in our Harford County Public Schools, Aberdeen and Edgewood Schools particularly, thanks to Partners in Education. The "M-Squad", formerly known as the "APG Kids", provides support for military children of Aberdeen Middle School whose family members are deployed. We have even included students who just need the military focused peer support. This group of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students get together to emotionally shore up each other, and share information about their loved ones. Led by the AMS 6th grade Counselor, they have shared group and individual activities to build and strengthen the group. They used these activities to put together daily survival skills in lives apart from those close to them (who are deployed in a combat or high-risk assignment). As an activity of patriotic support, they have sent banners of appreciation to our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. It was also this group's pleasure to participate in the Wall of Honor, now the Showcase of Honor, where the names of the deployed are displayed. Last spring the M-Squad created wall posters to publicize the group for this new school year and took a trip to hear Dr. Ben Carson, neurosurgeon at Johns Hopkins University Medical Center. If anyone would like to participate, join or know someone who would like to get involved, please contact the Aberdeen Middle School at 410-273-5510.
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New High School Grad. Requirements
The 2005 Harford County Public Schools Comprehensive Secondary School Reform Plan will require students that graduate in June 2009 and later to earn 26 graduation credits. The new flexible eight-period day, also called the block schedule, allows students 32 credit opportunities. Prior to this, students graduated with only 21 credits. The five additional credits include one more mathematics credit and four credits in the Career Pathways system. Beginning in ninth grade, all students complete the Living in a Contemporary World course, which will be followed by career cluster courses to help them better understand their interests and aptitudes. "The ultimate goal of the Comprehensive Secondary School Reform Plan is to promote student success, as measured by increased scores on high school assessments, an increased attendance rate, an increased graduation rate, a decreased drop-out rate, and issues related to a safe and secure learning environment."
See the Student Education Planning Guide at:
http://www.hcps.org/students/docs/
2008-09_coursebook_front_end.pdf
and courses at:
http://www.hcps.org/students/docs/
2008-09_coursebook_courses.pdf
Students must earn passing scores on the following Maryland High School Assessments: English (396), Algebra/Data Analysis (412), Biology (400), and Government (394); or meet the total combined score option (1,602).
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SCHOOL LIAISON
Public Schools
Introducing the
Communications-Electronics Research, Development & Engineering Center (CERDEC)
Fort Monmouth, New Jersey
2009 MATH & SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP
The CERDEC Outreach Program Office is pleased to be joining the Harford County community and looks forward to many exciting collaborations in the days and years to come. As we continue to transition to your community, we are pleased to announce that this year’s CERDEC Math & Science Summer Camp Program will be expanded to offer two sessions in Harford County for students entering the ninth and tenth grades.
Sessions will be Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. This year’s one-week sessions are:
| WEEK |
GRADE LEVEL |
THEME |
| July 6 - July 10 |
ninth and tenth |
Robotics |
| Aug 10 - Aug 14 |
ninth and tenth |
Robotics |
The CERDEC Math and Science Summer Program uses hands-on experiences and a fun approach to learning to encourage your child’s interest in science, math, engineering and technology. All sessions are taught by New Jersey or Maryland State Certified Teachers.
Please be aware that every student MUST be a US citizen.
Return a completed Student Application Form to us by May 20th. All applications will be reviewed, with priority given to Active Duty Military Families. Those accepted into this year’s camp program will receive a Welcome Packet by June 19th. The Welcome Packet will include the registration date as well as information on the closing ceremony that will be held at the end of the summer.
There is a $30 fee due at registration for all students participating in the camp.
We look forward to receiving your child's application. For more information and access to additional forms, call 732-532-0351 or 732-427-1974. Or you can visit our website at http://www.cerdec.army.mil/opo. Or click here to view the Cerdec Summer Camp flyer.
Sincerely,
The CERDEC Outreach Program Office.
Aberdeen Middle: More Than You Think!
by Marianne Handlir, along with Taryn Martin
Maybe I am a bit biased. My son attends Aberdeen Middle, I volunteer consistently, and I am the PTA President for this school year. But like many residents of Harford County, I had heard the woes from gossipers about Aberdeen Middle. And to those people I say, "Have you ever visited the school personally? Then maybe you should!" That way you will see first hand the dedication of the teachers, the tenacity of the staff, and nature of the students.
Believe me when I say that I was overcome with joy when I met Principal Chandra Krantz. Mrs. Krantz cares about the children and their community and whether each flourish together for the good of every student. Her dedication has run down through every teacher and staff member. From the wonderful vice principals; each one dedicated to their own grade level; down to the janitorial staff. These people are all amazing!
Aberdeen Middle's motto is "Believe It, Achieve It!" This is shown throughout the many programs offered for the diverse selection of students that attend Aberdeen Middle. There are programs for the young men; children of military parents and those children who want to make an impact in their community.
Last year was full of opportunities, as will this year present. One lucky 7th grader had Baltimore Ravens’ #86 Todd Heap visit the school. He talked to the kids about the importance of physical activity, he left goodies for the students and staff, and, along with a grant from JC Penney, Aberdeen Middle was able to purchase much needed equipment for the gym.
Then came the Winter Bazaar filled with family fun for all! Student movie nights were a big hit! Students were admitted with a few earned Eagle Bills. Eagle Bills were initiated by a new program; P.B.I.S. – Positive Behavior Intervention System. This program allows for teachers and staff to reward good behavior in their students. Students may use these Eagle Bills for events or to make purchases in the school store.
Aberdeen Middle has a strong PTA and parent involvement. This year’s membership had exceeded last year’s within the first 3 weeks of school! Working together with the PTA and parent volunteers, the school has many opportunities to serve the student population. There is a Basket Bingo to support the production of the bi-annual student publication The Talon, flea market, and community health fair and daily opportunities.
Along with her new administrative team, last year continuing this year, Mrs. Krantz has focused on the positive aspects of all her students, and it’s seen in every classroom. Now kids will be kids, but the level of peace and respect is growing daily at Aberdeen Middle.
So to those cynics we say again, "Have you visited Aberdeen Middle lately?"
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Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) serve almost 40,000 students in 54 schools throughout the county. The Harford County Schools web site is at http://www.hcps.org/. Cecil County is located just north of Harford County and the Susquehanna River, and includes the North East section of Maryland at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Cecil County Public Schools educated almost 16,500 students in the 2007-2008 school year in 30 schools. The Cecil County Schools web site is at http://www.ccps.org/. Both are located in the mid-Atlantic region halfway between Baltimore and Philadelphia along the I-95 and Rt. 40 corridor. See map at http://www.marylandready.com/.
Military children living on the installation at Aberdeen Proving Ground North will attend Roye-Williams Elementary, Aberdeen Middle, or Aberdeen High School.
Military children living on Aberdeen Proving Ground South or Edgewood Area will attend Edgewood Elementary, Edgewood Middle or Edgewood High School.
Registration information is at http://www.hcps.org/Parents/
registeringforSchool.aspx.
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The School Liaison Office has HCPS Parent-Student Handbooks, or find a copy at http://www.hcps.org/students/docs/
ParentStudentHandbook.pdf. It includes the school calendar (http://www.hcps.org/HCPS_
Calendar/index.aspx), school system rules and regulations, and a map of the county with school locations.
Elementary and Secondary School Back to School Night Schedules can be found at http://www.hcps.org/Students/docs/ ElementaryBacktoSchoolNight.pdf and http://www.hcps.org/Students/docs/ SecondaryBacktoSchoolNight.pdf.
Private Schools
To obtain a copy of our current listing of private schools, contact the School Liaison Office. Also contact the Non-Public School Council at 443-412-1095 or email Nonpublicschoolcouncil@comcast.net. Additional information can be obtained at Harford/Cecil County Non-Public School Guide, and NPSC BRAC Book.
Home School
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The LIONS Home School Co-op offers parent-involved classes for Learning In One's Natural Style in a structured setting. Call 443-655-0271 for more information, or the school liaison officer at 410 278-2857.
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The APG Home School Co-Op meets every Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Aberdeen Youth Center, building 2522. For more information, contact the School Liaison Office.
Home Schooling Legal Defense Association is at http://www.hslda.org/.
Scholarships, Financial Aid, SAT/ACT information
Link to http://www.hcps.org/school
counseling/images/finaid.pdf for the HCPS brochure, "How Do I Pay for My Education: A Guide to Financial Aid", or pick one up at the School Liaison Office.
For more information about financial aid, scholarships and SAT/ACT visit your high school guidance counselor, or contact the Maryland Higher Education Commission (800-974-0203 or www.mhec.state.md.us).
Request the 2008 Children's Scholarship Handbook at this link.
The following websites can also be helpful in providing assistance:
www.finaid.org
www.fastweb.com
www.collegeboard.org
www.guarenteed-scholarships.com
www.collegeparents.org
www.students.gov
www.studentaid.ed.gov
www.collegesavingsmd.org
www.scholarships.com
www.salliemae.com
www.fafsa.ed.gov
www.act.org
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC)
MCEC is a national organization that provides support for the military family-students during transition and deployment. Please find the following information at this site:
Space Camp Scholarship program
Student 2 Student program
the Memorandum of Agreement signatories
Transition Counselor Institute
Interactive Counseling Center (ICC)
Annual Conference
Special Educators Leaders Institute
the Partnership of Excellence Award
Special Needs
To contact the Child, Youth & School Services Community Health Nurse, call 410-278-1772.
To contact the Exceptional Family Member Program Coordinator, call 410 278-4372.
Also see Army Community Service at http://www.apgmwr.com/community/acs.html.
In/Out Processing Internet Resources
Military One Source - http://www.militaryonesource.com/skins/MOS/home.aspx
MyArmyLifeToo - http://www.myarmylifetoo.com/skins/malt/home.aspx?AllowSSL=true
Military Student - http://militaryk12partners.dodea.edu/
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) - http://www.MilitaryChild.org/
Military Impacted Schools Association - http://militaryimpactedschoolsassociation.org/
Army MWR - http://www.armymwr.biz/
Military Child Initiatives- http://www.jhsph.edu/mci/
Super Sight for ages 5-12 - http://www.MilitaryKidz.Com/
For more information and assistance on school liaison issues, please contact the School Liaison office at:
School Liaison Officer
US Army Garrison Aberdeen Proving Ground
IMNE-APG-MWY
Rodman Road Bldg 2752, Room 111
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5001
Or call 410-278-2857, fax 410 278-4658, or email School Liaison.
Office Location: Child, Youth & School Services, Bldg 2752, off Rodman Road, Rm 111.
Hours of operation: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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