Showing posts with label Carroll Co Board of Education. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Carroll Co Board of Education. Show all posts

Friday, March 23, 2018

Increased Law Enforcement in Carroll Co. Public Schools Effective Wed., March 21, 2018



Increased Law Enforcement in Carroll Co. Public Schools Effective Wed., March 21, 2018

March 20, 2018

According to a recent joint release by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and Carroll County Public Schools: “In a partnership with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and the Carroll County Public Schools, the Carroll County Commissioners will fund an increased law enforcement presence in schools.

“Effective Wednesday, March 21, 2018, the Security Plan places Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputies at various schools throughout the county.

“These uniformed Deputies will not only interact with the students and faculty, but also act as a visible deterrent to any criminal activity. This Security Plan will improve safety and security for the remainder of this school year, while discussions on the feasibility of staffing a full School Resource Officer program can be explored.

“’The Board of Carroll County Commissioners believes adding the increased law enforcement presence will have a positive impact on school security and will benefit our entire school system,’ stated Board President Commissioner Dennis Frazier, ‘This investment assures the Carroll County community we are committed to a proactive approach to a safe and secure learning environment.’”

“According to Superintendent of Schools Stephen Guthrie, ‘We are thankful to the Carroll County Commissioners and the Sheriff for making safety in our schools a top priority.’”

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Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Feb. 14, 2018 Carroll County BoEd meeting will discuss flag issue


President Jean Lewis has asked that the membership be made aware of an upcoming Carroll County Board of Education meeting in which the display of the Confederate flag in public schools, will be discussed.

At the Wed., Feb. 14, 2018 board meeting the “Legal opinion on restricting school dress” is agenda item number 7. Find a copy of the agenda attached.

According to 1st Vice President Dr. Pam Zappardino, “The Carroll County Board of Education will again take up the issue of Confederate flag clothing and other articles in the schools at its meeting on Wednesday, February 14 at 5pm in the Board Room at the Public Schools Central Office Building at 125 Court Street Westminster.

“The legal report should be completed. Please be there to support the removal of these symbols and to let Supt. Steve Guthrie and the Board know they have your support in doing so. We need folks to turn out!”

According to a recent release by the Carroll County Board of Education:

Board of Education Meeting – Wednesday, February 14

The Board of Education of Carroll County will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. in the Charles I. Ecker Boardroom at the Board of Education offices, located at 125 North Court Street, Westminster. The public is encouraged to attend. There will be time for citizen participation at this meeting.

Citizen participation will be held following administrative items and presentations. Citizens who wish to address the Board during Citizen Participation are encouraged to check the agenda prior to the meeting to determine what time the public comment portion of the meeting will begin. 

The agenda and back-up materials for the meeting can be found by going to the school system’s website at www.carrollk12.org and clicking on Agendas and Documents under Board of Education.

The meeting will be streamed live on the Carroll County Public Schools website at www.carrollk12.org. Click on CETV under News and Media at the bottom of the home page or go directly to:


The Board meeting also will be broadcast live on Channel 21, with rebroadcasts on Thursday, February 15, at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, February 17, at 9:00 a.m.; Sunday, February 18, at 8:00 p.m.; and Thursday, February 18, at 8:00 p.m.

Any questions, please contact President Jean at jjlewis2@comcast.net

Dr. Pam Zappardino may be reached at pzappar@aol.com



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Wednesday, September 16, 2015

School board members concerned by recommendations on closures, redistricting - By Lauren Loricchio Carroll County Times

School board members concerned by recommendations on closures, redistricting - By Lauren Loricchio Carroll County Times


September 9, 2015

Members of the Carroll County Board of Education at its Wednesday meeting expressed discomfort about two sets of recommendations that the school system's Boundary Adjustment Committee presented, both of which involve the closure of Charles Carroll Elementary and countywide redistricting.

The board voted to charge the committee with finding different options for school closures and redistricting.

The first option recommends the closure of just Charles Carroll, as well as countywide redistricting, saving the system $20 million in a one-time capital request and $988,000 in operation budget before offset costs to close the school, said Jon O'Neal, assistant superintendent of administration, who chaired the committee.


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Friday, October 31, 2014

Carroll County Public Schools Superintendent Stephen Guthrie was named Maryland Superintendent of the Year 10/30/2014

Carroll County Public Schools Superintendent Stephen Guthrie was named Maryland Superintendent of the Year 10/30/2014

Guthrie Named Maryland Superintendent of the Year Date: 10/30/2014 http://www.carrollk12.org/about/news/release/1245

Carroll County Public Schools Superintendent Stephen Guthrie was named Maryland Superintendent of the Year by the Public School Superintendents’ Association of Maryland on Thursday, October 30, 2014. The selection of the Superintendent of the Year was made by a committee of his peers. The announcement was made at the annual Maryland Negotiation Service Awards Banquet held in Ocean City, Maryland.

Guthrie is currently serving in his fifth year as Superintendent of Carroll County Public Schools. He was appointed to a four-year term beginning July 1, 2010 and was reappointed to a second four-year term beginning July 1, 2014.

In a letter of support for the nomination, the members of the Board of Education of Carroll County stated that Guthrie never wavers in his leadership and advocacy for students and schools. Furthermore, the Board commended Guthrie for his ability to lead the school system through challenging economic times while always putting students first and striving to preserve the classroom learning environment. The Board also recognized Guthrie’s efforts to develop a five-year organizational plan, Vision 2018: Focus on Excellence, for system improvement.

According to Board president Virginia Harrison, “We are proud of our school system, which reflects Mr. Guthrie’s leadership as Superintendent of Schools. He earns the respect and confidence of staff, elected officials, and community leaders through his diligence, dedication, and trustworthiness.”

Jean Lewis, President of the Carroll County Maryland NAACP, in her nomination cited Guthrie for working closely with the organization and community leaders from the start of his tenure. As a result of that outreach, Carroll County and the school system have made great progress on many important issues and have established a solid foundation for continued improvement.

Lewis also recognized Guthrie for placing a strong focus on the achievement gap, recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce, and building cultural proficiency. “In Superintendent Guthrie, we have found a true partner who is concerned about the social and educational development of all children in our community. He is a dedicated and devoted public servant who cares about our community and is a man of integrity who honors his word.”

Guthrie holds a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, Social Studies from Lock Haven University, a Master of Science in Education from McDaniel College, and a Master of Business Administration from Frostburg University.

Guthrie began his career in 1978 as a classroom social studies teacher in California. In 1981, he taught for one year in Pennsylvania before coming to Carroll County, where he was a teacher and later a school counselor. Prior to his current position as Superintendent, Guthrie also served as Director of Human Resources and Assistant Superintendent of Administration for Carroll County Public Schools.

Throughout his career, Guthrie has been engaged in multiple approaches to education through leadership activities, teaching at the higher education level, and authoring professional articles related to public school education.

Guthrie currently serves as the President of the Public School Superintendents’ Association of Maryland. He is the first Carroll County   superintendent to hold this office.

Other professional memberships include the Professional Standards for Teachers Education Board, for which he served as Parliamentarian, and the Local Management Board. He also is a member of the Governor’s PK-20 Council. In addition, Guthrie served as Regional Director of the Maryland Negotiation Service and Section Director for the Association of School Business Officials. In addition to these memberships, Guthrie has served on multiple community-based organizations, including the Carroll County Community Media Center and Carroll County Rape Crisis Intervention Services, both of which he served as Vice-President.

Guthrie was employed for ten years in the education department of McDaniel College where he held the title of Adjunct Instructor and was later promoted to Visiting Professor. He also worked as an evening counselor for five years at Carroll Community College where he taught several courses and served as a Guest Lecturer at Stevenson University.

Throughout his career, Guthrie has authored and co-authored many professional articles on various topics related to public school education and has served on countless task forces and committees both in Carroll County and in Maryland. He also has been a frequent speaker at statewide and national conferences on education issues.

In his application for this prestigious award, Guthrie placed an emphasis on the process to establish the Vision 2018 organizational plan to define priorities and guide the operations of the school system for the next five years. He is particularly proud of the fact that the plan was based on input from all segments of the community and that it reflects the community’s commitment to education and the school system.

Upon accepting the award, Guthrie said, “I am thrilled to be selected among my fellow superintendents as Superintendent of the Year. Although I am the person accepting this award, it is truly a reflection of the efforts and commitment of the students and staff of Carroll County Public Schools and the support of a community that values our school system.”

As Maryland Superintendent of the Year, Guthrie will represent Maryland in the 2015 National Superintendent of the Year program, which is coordinated by the American Association of School Administrators.

Carroll County Public Schools Superintendent Stephen Guthrie was named Maryland Superintendent of the Year 10/30/2014 http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/2014/10/carroll-county-public-schools.html

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