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Board Voting on Chief Communications Officer Candidate
If approved, the candidate would likely receive a new standardized contract, which is also up for a vote.

If approved, the candidate would likely receive a new standardized contract, which is also up for a vote.

The superintendent discussed his thoughts and ideas for Baltimore County Public Schools.
Superintendent S. Dallas Dance said his recommendation does not mean he's satisfied with Imagine Discovery Public Charter School's performance.
The new blog is part of Superintendent S. Dallas Dance's plan to improve communications between the school system and the community.
The county—and state—are moving away from zero tolerance suspension.
The school system plans to update the community on school construction plans through its website.
Councilmen Todd Huff and David Marks want more options for Baltimore County students.
The superintendent said the former principal of Windsor Mill Middle School did good work in her previous role, contrary to the opinion of some Patch readers.
The graduates were also awarded a combined $103.7 million in scholarships.
The mother of Olympian Michael Phelps previously served as the principal of Windsor Mill Middle School.
The Board of Education president was elected to his second term earlier this month.
The school system shares reminders on getting ready for the new school year.
The Board of Education president questions the validity of contracts made between former Superintendent Joe Hairston and senior school officials.
The county's middle schools performed below the state average on the Maryland State Assessment.
Interested people would need to commit a few hours a week.
The Board of Education and the school system are also investigating the possibility of creating a standardized contract for senior staff.
Two reassigned senior school system employees will continue to receive six-figure salaries in their new positions.
Phyllis Reese, the former chief communications officer, was reassigned by Superintendent S. Dallas Dance.
Parents of students at Cromwell Valley Elementary School protested a rule change that would get rid of priority placement for kindergartners who have siblings at a magnet chool.
Larry Schmidt and Valerie Roddy will serve as officers for another year.