HCPS 411 Update

Editor's Note: The last issue of the HCPS 411 Update for the 2023-24 school year will publish next Thursday, June 13, 2024. HCPS Special Announcement issues may be sent over the summer if and when needed. Regular publication of the weekly HCPS 411 Update will resume with the start of the 2024-25 school year.

The final research report outlining the results, key findings, and recommendations of the 2024 HCPS Survey on Racism, Implicit Bias, and Other Forms of Discrimination is now ready. Here is the direct link to access this research report. In this report, closed-ended responses are compared from the 2020 and 2024 surveys.

For your convenience, you will find below the report's recommendations and HCPS's responses to those recommendations.

1. Continue to educate students and staff members about the impact of language, the history of racism/sexism, and the importance of celebrating multiple perspectives, identities, and cultures within HCPS.
   Open-ended comments indicate some prevalence of racism, sexism, implicit bias, and discrimination on the basis of personal characteristics (such as race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or cultural practices) that manifests as slurs, jokes, or favoritism. Close-ended responses align with this finding; nearly three-quarters of students at the middle and high school level this year indicate that they have heard a classmate or peer make a racist comment or joke either to or about another student. Additionally, only half of middle and two-thirds of high school students this year say they feel comfortable talking to friends or peers about racism, and fewer than half of students at either the middle or high school level say they feel comfortable discussing racism with teachers. Open-ended comments also mention a need for increased education and proactive measures, such as increased awareness and representation of the many cultures in HCPS, including flexibility regarding attendance for common holidays. Supporting increased conversation about and appreciation for multiple perspectives, identities, and cultures within HCPS will also help to promote belonging, which arises in the close-ended results as another area for improvement; less than half of middle and high school students this year indicate that they feel a sense of belonging at school.
   
   Response to Recommendation 1:
   
   • Student completion of Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation modules (student created) as a proactive measure
   • Staff workshops on topics that help create a sense of belonging for all students and staff
   • Monthly Diversity 365 Highlights, showcasing ways that schools honor multiple cultures and identities
   
   
2. Pair increased education and awareness campaigns with a strict enforcement of the HCPS bullying, harassment, and intimidation policy, and continue to equip staff members to appropriately address issues that arise, ensuring that reports of discriminatory conduct do not go unanswered. Some open-ended comments mention a perceived lack of response from some school administrators after issues are reported, indicating that current measures are not sufficiently addressing issues that arise. Additionally, comments indicate that staff members’ responses to reported issues are not consistent and that the disciplinary consequences for engaging in discriminatory conduct are not always clear. Additionally, less than half of students at any school level in either 2020 or 2024 say they are aware of initiatives in HCPS aimed at addressing racism. In working to address these areas for improvement, HCPS can lay out clear policies regarding how students and staff can report issues, how issues will be acknowledged, and how the district (and its schools) are prepared to respond once issues are reported.
   
   Response to Recommendation 2:
   
   • Collaborate with the Director of Middle School Innovation to engage all middle school students in Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Policy awareness
   • Provide annual professional learning for faculty and staff members to ensure that the procedures outlined in the Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation policy are followed.
   • Develop an awareness campaign which includes universal programs or activities for all youth to prevent bullying, harassment, and intimidation in our schools
   • Engage the Superintendent’s Task Force on Equity and the Equity Team to identify strategies to increase education and awareness of bullying, harassment, and intimidation, and address these matters appropriately.
   
   
3. Continue to empower students to speak up and ensure there are safe, responsive environments available for them to do so, whether through anonymous/confidential reporting systems, open forums, or dedicated support personnel. The open-ended analysis indicates that many students do not feel their voices are being heard or that teachers/staff believe what they say; this finding indicates a need for increased validation and acknowledgment of students’ perspectives and voices. Additionally, only about half of middle and high school students say this year that they feel comfortable approaching their educators for additional assistance or to ask questions. Responses also indicate that increasing representation at the staff level (i.e., hiring more teachers of color) may be impactful; for instance, less than half of middle and high school students say they feel adequately represented in their school by teachers, administrators, and staff members. HCPS should work to provide students with appropriate avenues to communicate with staff members, aim to increase representation among its staff, and work to help students find and cultivate community within their schools.
   
   Response to Recommendation 3:
   
   • Educate students about how to report instances of bullying, harassment, intimidation reporting through the HCPS reporting form
   • Use restorative supports to prevent and respond to instances of bullying, harassment, and intimidation
   • Engage in measures to increase the confidence and trust of the targeted students and any witnesses. They shall be informed that any information discussed and recorded will be confided to a “need to know” status
   • Continue efforts to increase staff diversity through collaboration between HCPS Human Resources, the Office of Equity and Cultural Proficiency, and Talent Pathways

The four (4) additional scheduled work days beyond the student calendar for Inclusion Helpers during the 2024-25 school year will be:

• Monday, August 26, 2024
• Tuesday, August 27, 2024
• Wednesday, August 28, 2024 (New Hire ESP Orientation – half day)
• Friday, November 1, 2024

*These are systemwide Professional Development Days, therefore, the hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.*

Questions regarding this information should be directed to Dan Reimers, in Human Resources, at Daniel.Reimers@hcps.org or 410-588-5226.

Effective July 1, 2024, the voluntary transfer portal for Inclusion Helpers will be eliminated. Current Inclusion Helpers may express interest in other Inclusion Helper positions at alternate school locations through the online application process. All other provisions related to transfers and announcement of vacancies for the HCEA-ESP unit will remain in effect. Transfer requests will be considered until August 15.

Questions regarding this information should be directed to Dan Reimers, in Human Resources, at Daniel.Reimers@hcps.org or 410-588-5226.

This message outlines changes to our centrally purchased educational technology tools due to expiring grants and rising subscription costs. These changes take effect on the noted dates.

• Classkick (June 30, 2024)
• Explore Learning/Gizmos (Math only and Grade 5) (August 31, 2024)
  
• Gale Literature in Content (August 9, 2024)
• Legends of Learning (July 31, 2024)
• Nearpod (August 21, 2024)
• Pivot Interactives (June 30, 2024)
• ScholasticGO (June 30, 2024)
• TurnItIn (Only the AI component is no longer available) (July 1, 2024)
• DreamBox Math (June 30, 2024)
• Dreambox Math Update: All K-3 students will continue to have access to DreamBox. Schools can request a limited number of additional licenses for grades 4-7. A separate communication will detail the request process.

Schools can still purchase licenses for tools on the approved "essential" or "supplemental" list in the TrustEd Apps Dashboard within Canvas. However, this is only possible if the tool allows school-based purchases and it is indicated in the TrustEd Apps Dashboard as available for school based purchase. Access TrustEd Apps Dashboard.pdf

The TrustEd Apps Dashboard in Canvas provides an up-to-date list of available resources. After current subscriptions expire, tools no longer centrally funded will be moved from "essential" to "supplemental" on the Dashboard.

For Classkick and Nearpod, resources linked within the TrustEd Apps Dashboard offer support on switching from paid features to their free alternatives.

Although transitioning from the subscription to the free version will result in limits and feature changes, resources have been made available to support teachers to continue using these tools effectively in their classrooms.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we navigate these budgetary changes.

Lincoln Financial has sold their wealth management business to Osaic. This will likely be largely unnoticed by most plan participants. Effective June 15, Stacey Spedden and her team, Madi, Neil and Shannon, will be affiliated with Osaic. However, Stacey’s team and the services they provide to HCPS will not be changing. Stacey’s practice name will remain Heritage Financial and they will only use the Heritage Financial email addresses. Stacey’s new address is stacey.spedden@heritageconsultants.com. They will also switch to using the participant appointment scheduling tool called Calendly, instead of what we have been using, Click2Meet.

We expect business as usual with this change. Click here to access the Lincoln Financial Microsite.

It is our distinct pleasure to announce the May 2024 Most Valuable Parent (MVP) Award recipient is Brittany Ortiz of Aberdeen Middle School! Congratulations, Ms. Ortiz!!

"Ms. Ortiz has been an amazing asset to our school community this year. Ms. Ortiz wanted to get more involved with the school, as her son is a 6th grader here. She started to substitute regularly at our school. In doing so, she has created a positive bridge between our families/communities and the school. She regularly shares events and celebrations with our community as well as the amazing things happening at ABMS. She has created a positive relationship with all of our staff and students as well. They look forward to her being the sub on the list for the day. Additionally, she has helped and volunteered for school activities such as our Honor Roll Assemblies. Her good friend even subs here now, too! She advocates for our students and has a positive impact on our school, community, and family partners. We are very excited about her engagement in ABMS and look forward to the support she will continue to give over the next few years!"

--Aberdeen Middle School Principal Christine Kelly

Join us in celebrating Ms. Ortiz and ALL of this month's nominees! We are so grateful for each of them and everything they do to support students and their child’s school.

The MVP Award recognizes HCPS parents/guardians for their efforts to go above and beyond in modeling one or more of the National PTA Standards. Parents/guardians are nominated by their school's PACE Liaison. All nominations are reviewed by the HCPS External Customer Service Task Force and a winner is selected. Winners receive a certificate and personally engraved plaque from Parent Academy and Superintendent Bulson.

All MVP Award winners are archived on the HCPS website here:

https://www.hcps.org/.../parentac.../mostvaluableparent.aspx

It is our great pleasure, with the help of generous community business partners, to recognize Limelight honorees during the school year.

Our school-based employees serve in bold, invested, and genuine ways, day in and day out during the school year. We are so grateful for the many positions that work together in our schools to provide a safe and quality educational experience for our students.

Here is one last shoutout to all those who were nominated for the Limelight recognition this school year. Your experience, knowledge, talents, expertise, and understanding does not go unnoticed and is valued by your colleagues and administrators. Thank you for providing superior service to your students, colleagues, and school community! Our honorees are archived on our website here: https://www.hcps.org/superintendent/limelight.aspx

This year's program sponsors included: Strategic Alliances Group, Inc., APGFCU, Har-Co Credit Union, Cintas, Freedom Federal Credit Union, Aberdeen IronBirds, Bravura, Inc., and Harford Bank.

Beginning in January 2023, members of the Communi-Team launched the Communi-Team Adventure! This peer-to-peer staff recognition program honored staff who exhibit one or more of the following values: inclusion, equity, celebration, leadership, and/or perseverance. Honorees were nominated by their peers, who volunteered to step into their shoes for the day and substitute in their absence while they attended an off-site adventure with fellow nominees and members of the Communi-Team. On each adventure, attendees participated in team building activities, built relationships, and engaged in insightful conversation to connect, recharge, and return to their buildings with an expanded network of support throughout the county.

Honorees were recognized in weekly HCPS 411 Updates, received a personalized note from their nominator, and took part in exciting adventures made possible by the generous donations from our community sponsors.

As this program comes to a close, members of the Communi-Team would like to thank everyone for their participation in recognizing one another, and they encourage and invite everyone to continue to celebrate each other in meaningful ways.

For more information on the Communi-Team and the Communi-Team adventures, including photos and lists of all honorees, check out the Communi-Team collection of work, here: https://secure.smore.com/n/hf03e

Harford County Education Foundation is accepting applications for its prestigious Excellence in Education Award. The Excellence in Education Award will be presented to individuals during the Excellence in Education Breakfast on Friday, October 11, 2024. Now is the time to honor an amazing principal, an impactful business partner, and dedicated volunteers who have given their time and talent to the education of Harford County Public Schools students.

Applications are accepted online until August 9 at www.harfordeducation.org/educationaward.

Questions can be submitted to connect@harfordeducation.org.

On the evening of Friday, May 31, Harford County Public Schools, in partnership with the Harford County Local Behavioral Health Authority and the Klein Family Center, participated in the third annual "Your Mind Matters: A Family Wellness Night” at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium. More than 5,000 HCPS families enjoyed various activities, including crafts, bounce houses, a petting zoo, field games organized by HCPS Physical Education staff, a rock-climbing wall, and a fireworks display. The night concluded with a powerful musical performance by Alex Boye, titled "You Are a 10!", which celebrated positive self-image, resilience, and mental health. The event aimed to promote mental health and wellness in Harford County and provided a fun-filled evening for all families and community members.

The Career and Technology Education Office will be hosting professional development throughout the summer for middle school CTE teachers, high school Technology Education teachers, and high school Accounting teachers.

Click below for respective details for each of these offerings. Please contact Katie.Eckstein@hcps.org with any questions or concerns.

June is time to celebrate Juneteenth, National Caribbean American Heritage, and Pride Month.

Juneteenth

Juneteenth is Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Juneteenth is the oldest-known celebration marking the end of slavery in the United States, first recognized by the state of Texas. It is also known as “Freedom Day,” “Juneteenth National Independence Day,” or “Emancipation Day.” On June 17, 2021, U.S. President Joseph R. Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Act, which established June 19th as a federal holiday.

National Caribbean American Heritage

During Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we celebrate the achievements and dreams of the millions of people of Caribbean origin now living in the United States while honoring the shared history of joy and perseverance that has united and enriched life across our region for centuries. There is no single Caribbean American identity. The mix of cultures, languages, and religions alive across the United States and the islands reflects the diversity of spirit that defines the American story.

Pride Month

Pride Month commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City. This historical event served as a major catalyst to ensure the protection of human rights for all Americans. Communities around the nation celebrate with special events, marches, parades, festivities, and remembrances held throughout the month, typically culminating on June 28, the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising.

How are YOU celebrating?

Click HERE to share how you’re celebrating this month.

Course Title: Level 1- Intro IIRP Restorative Practices for Educators

Course Description: Building and strengthening relationships and community is a critical component of school culture. Restorative practices are an essential process for creating a positive learning environment, building social capital, and resolving relational issues.

During your training session, you will learn the fundamental theory and practices for engaging with students, staff, and parents in your school setting.

Topics include the importance of being explicit about practice, how to set high expectations while being supportive, and ways to build community in your setting. We will discuss giving direct feedback, asking questions that foster accountability, and using effective methods to resolve common conflicts.

You will learn to apply the restorative practices continuum, understanding which restorative processes are best for achieving certain goals or responding to particular situations. We will focus specifically on facilitating circles, an essential process for creating a positive learning environment and school culture. Circles can be used both proactively and responsively to build social capital, sustain relationships, address social problems, and respond when harm occurs. Participants will spend time planning circles to use in their schools.

CANVAS Pre-Work Modules: All participants must complete the RA for Educators Canvas Modules before attending their scheduled training.

Location: These training sessions will be offered in person at the indicated locations or virtually via a TEAMS link sent by the course instructor.

Session Format: There is a Max 24 participants per session and 14 participants need to be registered for the course to run. Session formats are subject to change based on registration. You will be notified by email of any format changes.

Permissions: If you are registering for an in-person weekday training session, you will need to obtain permission from your principal to attend. Sub-coverage pay will be provided.

Payment: For HCPS staff completing the Canvas modules and training outside of their duty day, the compensation rate is the $25/hr. negotiated rate. Payment will be processed upon completion of the course and course feedback form.

Hector Registration Links:

VIRTUAL: https://www.hcps.org/registration/workshops/workshops.aspx?filter=1814

IN-PERSON https://www.hcps.org/registration/workshops/workshops.aspx?filter=1813

Questions:

Please email Faith Buxton at faith.buxton@hcps.org.

Did you know the Board of Education of Harford County asks for public feedback when new policies or revisions to existing policies are presented and discussed at Board business meetings? Provide your feedback to the Board on a specific policy by the deadline listed on the webpage: https://hcps.org/boe/hottopics/default.aspx.

Effective July 1, 2024, all employees will experience a change to their benefit deduction cycle, moving from a 20 or 24 deduction cycle to a 22-consecutive pay deduction cycle for all 10-, 11-, and 12-month employees.

NEW THIS YEAR, BEGINNING JULY 1, 2024! All employees, regardless of whether in a 10-, 11-, or 12-month position, will transition to a singular deduction cycle that will occur over 22 consecutive pays throughout the fiscal year beginning with the first pay of the annual school year. During this period, the healthcare deduction includes the cost of your coverage in July and August; you do not need to make additional payments during these months. Employees will see their first 2024-2025 school year deduction as part of the August 30, 2024, pay date. More information about this change can be found on the Benefits Deduction Change Resource SharePoint site.

• Changes For 10-month Employees: You will now have your healthcare premiums for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending spread out over 22 consecutive pays rather than 20 pays. This change will not impact pension and other deductions that are not listed.
  
  
• Changes For 11- and 12-month Employees: You will now have your healthcare premiums for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending condensed to 22 consecutive pays rather than 24 pays. You will no longer have a deduction for your above-listed healthcare contributions for pay received in July and at least the first two pays of August. This change will not impact pension and other deductions that are not listed.
  
  If you contribute to the dependent care flexible spending account: As funds are available in your account as contributions are made, your first dependent care deposit will not occur until August 30. If you utilize dependent care flexible spending to offset the cost of summer camps or daycare in the summer, as an example, you may have a delay in when you can access a reimbursement from your dependent care funds until your account balance continues to grow over the fall months.

Tuition reimbursement requests, including the Partial Reimbursement Request form corresponding to your union and an itemized receipt showing payment method(s) and amount(s), and an official transcript, sent separately and electronically from your university, must be submitted to transcripts@hcps.org within 90 days of the course completion date. Please visit the Tuition Reimbursement SharePoint Page for additional tuition reimbursement information, including reimbursement request forms, sample receipts, eligibility, and more details about the reimbursement submission process.

Important Information for Spring 2024 Semester Reimbursement Requests

Spring 2024 semester reimbursement requests received on and after May 1, 2024, will be reimbursed after July 15, 2024, leading up to and including the 2024-2025 school year's first and second pay dates. Employees will receive an email confirming the reimbursement date of their request once it is processed over the summer. This processing timeline will apply to all staff, including those not scheduled to work during the summer break. Employees taking coursework through a direct bill partner will have their coursework billed directly to HCPS. Therefore, no paperwork is needed from the employee for the reimbursement as the partner University/College will provide the required official transcript/grade report.

Courses completed before July 1, 2024, will count towards the July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024 fiscal year, while courses completed on or after July 1, 2024, will count towards the July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025 fiscal year. Questions concerning reimbursement should be directed to the benefits office at benefits@hcps.org. Questions concerning certification should be directed to certification@hcps

June is National Men's Health Month

Each June serves as a time to increase awareness about the preventable health problems males of all ages can face and encourage men to take charge of their health by setting goals and creating a roadmap to achieve them. Check out some healthy habits men can adopt to improve their overall health! Click here to learn more.

June CareFirst Wellbeing Challenge – Destination Movement Wellness Challenge

Adding more movement to your day just got more exciting! In June's Destination Challenge, prepare for a picture-perfect adventure along the Italian Amalfi Coast. This fun challenge will be sure to get you moving more as you log your steps to travel across different destinations along the Amalfi Coast. You can track your progress on the virtual map and unlock content like images, videos, and interesting facts about each stop along the way. Ready to try it? Click here to learn more about the CareFirst Wellbeing challenge and how to join.

Wellness Wednesday Webinars

Join the CareFirst Wellness & Disease Management team once a month on Wednesdays to learn more about the monthly health observance topic. Register or watch previous webinars by clicking on the links below:

• June 5, Tools for Men's Health: A comprehensive webinar that delves into men's unique health challenges and provides valuable insights, strategies, and resources for achieving and maintaining optimal health.

Register for an upcoming webinar.

Watch a past wellness webinar.

Visit the Staff Wellness page on the HCPS website by clicking the calendar below to learn about other exciting events and opportunities available to all employees.

Seize the summer with versatile fitness activities for everyone – stay active and energized, even on vacation!

Fuel your journey to better physical health with June's inclusive events tailored for all fitness levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned enthusiast, join us to stay active and unlock your full potential, fostering a resilient body and a vibrant, energized lifestyle. To help those beginning this process, BurnAlong is hosting live events throughout June:

• June 12 at 12:00 p.m.: Movement Your Way
• June 27 at 12:00 p.m.: All Gain (Without the Pain) – Finding Delight in Your Wellness Journey

Summer Activities On the Go: This June, enjoy this playlist full of fitness activities, on-the-go workouts for vacations, nutrition tips, fun new hobbies, and more. Click here to view the playlist.

Looking for More Class Recommendations? Click on the calendar below to access suggested classes for June:

Did you know BurnAlong is free for you and your friends?

You have access to four (4) free family subaccounts, so you can start sharing today! It takes just a minute to send one, and they'll get free, unlimited access to BurnAlong all year. Click here to invite a subaccount.

Take BurnAlong with You!

Join thousands of others on their health and wellness journey by downloading the Mobile App. Available in iOS and Android, take BurnAlong with you by downloading the app today!

What is BurnAlong?

As a reminder, BurnAlong is our health and wellness partner who provides you and your family with more than 23,000 live and on-demand online classes from 5,000+ credentialed instructors at no cost to you.

To activate your complimentary account, get started by visiting https://fit.burnalong.com/hcps. If you have any trouble accessing your account, contact customercare@burnalong.com. Find out more about BurnAlong in this brief video.

CareFirst Virtual Care Offering Update

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) members can now access a full suite of services through CloseKnit. CareFirst Video Visit is no longer available. This change does not impact your ability to use telemedicine offerings from other providers in the CareFirst network.

CloseKnit is a full-service virtual health offering designed around you. Services include:

• Primary care (ages 18+)
• Urgent adult/pediatric care (ages 2+)
• Behavioral and mental health therapy
• Psychiatry
• Lactation consulting
• Nutritional counseling
• and more!

Download the CloseKnit app from the Apple App Store or Google Play, or visit closeknithealth.com. Ensure your member ID card is handy when setting up your account.

Employees who wish to provide feedback on their experience(s) obtaining medications through CVS retail pharmacies are advised to complete the CVS/Caremark Service Reporting Tool, available on SharePoint. This report is monitored bi-weekly by a member of the Benefits Office for further assistance and tracking of member service feedback. To access this form, visit the Harford County Public Schools – SharePoint Home Page.

As always, if there is an immediate need or concern when obtaining medication, please email benefits@hcps.org so that a member of the Benefits Office can assist you more quickly.

The Maryland State Retirement and Pension System and the Community College of Baltimore County are providing State Pension members the opportunity to participate in pre-retirement webinars. These sessions provide vital retirement information to pension system members, including the Maryland State Pension, Legal Issues, Social Security Benefits, and Financial Planning.

Webinars:

• June 7 (CRN 77205)
  

• June 26 (CRN 77209)

Seminars:

• June 25 - Harford Community College (CRN 77203)
  

To register, please visit https://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed-preretirement-county. You will receive an email with site-specific information for those participating in person. Those participating in the online events will receive a separate link to join the date-specific event.

Please Note: These sessions are not affiliated with HCPS and will not include HCPS-specific information, such as retiree healthcare.

Presented by Acentra Health Employee Assistance Program

It is vital to maintain a healthy and strong mind for overall well-being. In this session, participants will explore effective strategies to improve their mental health. Click here to learn more.

Date: Available on demand beginning May 21, 2024

Broadcast Length: 60 minutes
How to Access: Go to your EAP website: www.EAPHelpLink.com. Enter your code: HCPS and look for Online Seminars in the lower left-hand corner of this homepage, or you can search for them by title.

The Employee Assistance Program is available to employees and their families anytime, any day, and is a free, confidential program to help you balance your work, family, and personal life.

Employees and their family members can call Acentra Health 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, toll-free at (866) 795-5701 to visit their website online at www.EAPhelplink.com.

Presented by Acentra Health Employee Assistance Program

It is vital to maintain a healthy and strong mind for overall well-being. In this session, participants will explore effective strategies to improve their mental health. Click here to learn more.

Date: Available on demand beginning June 18, 2024

Broadcast Length: 60 minutes
How to Access: Go to your EAP website: www.EAPHelpLink.com. Enter your code: HCPS and look for Online Seminars in the lower left-hand corner of this homepage, or you can search for them by title.

The Employee Assistance Program is available to employees and their families anytime, any day, and is a free, confidential program to help you balance your work, family, and personal life.

Employees and their family members can call Acentra Health 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, toll-free at (866) 795-5701 to visit their website online at www.EAPhelplink.com.

A day of FREE family fun!! Visit DiscoveryCenterMd.org/magicofscience/ for more information!

"Thank you to Steve Kleber for all of your help at our Health Services Training Center. Steve was instrumental in installing a new monitor and sound board so that we could perform with greater efficiency. It’s been a game changer. We really appreciate your prompt response. Thank you again!"

-Trish Schoen, Health Services

"Thank you to Sean Sheehan for his willingness to lend a hand. Sean is quick to respond, reliable and will help in any way possible to help make our trainings run seamlessly. We really appreciate all you do for Health Services."

-Trish Schoen, Health Services

"Thank you to Scott Rakowski and Jerry Johnson for always going above and beyond. Scott and Jerry are helpful, always willing to help anyone in need and they do an exceptional job! Thank you to the entire Custodial Staff at Central Office for the amazing job you do every day! We really appreciate all you do!"

-Trish Schoen, Health Services

Editor: Lindsay Bilodeau, Innovation Specialist

Email: HCPS.411@hcps.org