This holiday weekend, we remember and honor all the men and women who bravely served our country and gave their lives to protect our freedoms. Let us celebrate with reflection, respect, and gratitude for their service.

We wish you a safe and happy Memorial Day!

Click below to watch Dr. Bulson's latest message. To view a complete archive of all past Monthly Minute videos, visit the Monthly Minute page on our website by clicking here.

The Harford County Public Schools Oracle project will Go-Live on July 1, 2024, for Finance, Procurement, Expenses and the new Chart of Accounts. Formal Oracle training for identified staff will begin the first week of June.

HCPS has identified specific staff who require specified training. There are four training courses. The first course (200) is offered as an asynchronous option or face to face. All other courses are offered online and self-paced. Applicable training courses should be completed prior to July 1, 2024. The chart below depicts the training requirements, targeted audience and training methods offered. Please note: Not every employee group needs to take each level of training.

Each employee requiring training will receive a notification in your HCPS email box from LEARN UPON the Week of May 20. The email will contain instructions on how to access and sign-in to your training dashboard. The training dashboard will be filled with your required self-paced coursework and will provide the opportunity to register for the 200-level face-to-face course option, should you choose to.

If you are an employee who submits expense reports, places orders, or authorizes expenses, and you have not seen the login information from Learn Upon, please:

• Check your Clutter or Junk mail.
• Email ProjectOracle@hcps.org to add your name to the list.

On the day that you select for training, please bring the following:

1. Charged laptop and power cord
2. Quarters for the parking garage
3. Your HCPS badge

When you arrive for the training, you will be required to check in at the front desk, where you will be directed to the training room.

Questions regarding this information should be directed to: ProjectOracle@hcps.org.

The Certification Staff at HCPS will begin hosting two 1-hour certification drop-in sessions to support the transition to COMAR 13A.12, Educator Licensure, and to address general certification inquiries. Use the links below to join the sessions.

May 29, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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June 5, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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These are not mandatory sessions, but office hours if you have general questions related to the new regulations, TEACH, or the certification process/procedures. Our certification team will be present at each session to answer your questions or take them back to MSDE for further research.

If you have a specific need that requires 1:1 support, please reach out via email to set up a meeting: Aretha Young, Coordinator of Certification, aretha.young@hcps.org.

All HCPS staff are encouraged to take part in the AI Perceptions Survey (see link below) designed to shape our Generative AI implementation strategy, ensuring it reflects the needs and perspectives of our community. The insights gathered from the responses to the AI Perceptions Survey will guide our development of policies and procedures, enabling us to make informed decisions regarding new and emerging technologies in the future.

Your answers will be private and kept confidential, and the report will only show overall results. Please be candid in your responses. The survey will take approximately eight (8) minutes to complete and will remain open until Friday, May 31, 2024, at 11:59 P.M.

Note: Secondary students (grades 6-12) received the link to the AI Perceptions Survey via their HCPS email account. This survey is NOT intended for elementary students (grades Pre-K through 5). Please do not share the survey link with elementary students, rather elementary students are advised to share their thoughts and opinions regarding Generative AI with their teachers, school counselors, principals, school administrators, or other trusted adults who can relay the information provided by students in the comments sections of the survey.

Click the following link to access the AI Perceptions Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/AXm6mCZFKK

The HCPS Limelight program celebrates school-based employees who consistently demonstrate outstanding service to others. Honorees are nominated by their administrator. HCPS Limelight events are held virtually once a month during the school year and are sponsored by a different community business partner each month. Congratulations to all of the May honorees highlighted below for serving BIG this month!

A special thank you to this month's Limelight sponsor, Harford Bank. Our grand prize winner was Sara Shoemaker of Old Post Elementary School, and she won by random drawing a $250 VISA gift card!! The following honorees won the drawing for Harford Bank duffle bags:

• Wendy Nesbitt, Darlington Elementary School
• Alicia Rabak, Homestead/Wakefield Elementary School
• Denise Bon, Fountain Green Elementary School
• Morgan Bollinger, Deerfield Elementary School
• Kathleen Thompson, Ring Factory Elementary School

We would also like to give a shout-out and heartfelt thank you to Peter Carpenter, Director of Organizational Development, who took the time to be with us that morning to help celebrate our staff!

HCPS Parent Academy, in partnership with Chick-fil-A of Harford County, is proud to announce that Churchville Elementary School is the May winner of the Family Friendly School Award!

Principal Lisa Minutoli and her amazing staff have earned this award for the second year in a row! Way to go, Chargers!! Thank you for creating such a welcoming environment for your students and their families at Churchville Elementary School!

This month, seven schools were nominated and 855 unique votes were cast by the community among the nominated schools, naming Churchville Elementary the winner with 331 votes! Not only does the school earn the coveted title of Family Friendly School for the month of May, but the entire school staff was treated to a luncheon by Chick-fil-A of Aberdeen.

We want to also recognize this month's runner-up schools:

• Deerfield Elementary School
• Harford Technical High School
• Prospect Mill Elementary School

Keep up the great work!

HCPS is deeply grateful for its generous Chick-fil-A partners at the Aberdeen, Bel Air, Constant Friendship, and Forest Hill locations for their tremendous support of this program.

Do you know an Education Support Professional (ESP) who has made a significant impact on students, families, the community, as well as their colleagues? Now is the time to nominate them for the 2024 ESP of the Year Award! The Maryland State Education Association (MSEA) recognizes the invaluable contributions of ESPs through this prestigious award.

The MSEA Education Support Professional (ESP) of the Year Award honors an outstanding ESP who has demonstrated excellence and commitment in various areas. These areas include their impact on students, their role in supporting families and the community, their engagement in union activities, and their influence on their colleagues. If you know an ESP who stands out in these categories, your nomination can help highlight their dedication and hard work.

To nominate an exceptional ESP, please complete the nomination form and showcase why their efforts are essential to public education. This is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the vital role that ESPs play in our schools and communities. Let's show our appreciation and support for these dedicated professionals by nominating them for this well-deserved recognition.

Nominate here:

Congratulations to all May 2024 Communi-Team Adventure nominees! This adventures nominees were recognized for inclusion, celebration, perseverance, leadership, equity, and so much more.

Honorees were invited to take part in a guided historic tour of the city of Havre de Grace on Thursday, May 16, 2024, with the members of the Communi-Team, to learn the history of the area with a focus on historically underrepresented populations. Honorees were treated to breakfast at Concord Point Coffee and lunch at Coakley’s Restaurant and visited the Harmer's Town Art Center to learn history through the murals, the Concord Point Lighthouse, and the Havre de Grace Colored School Museum and Cultural Center. Together the group shared stories of success, learning experiences, and times of growth.

Thank you to our wonderfully generous partners Bravura Inc. and Freedom Federal Credit Union for their sponsorship of this adventure! We sincerely appreciate their unwavering support of HCPS staff.

Congratulations to all May nominees! You are all an integral part of our schools’ success. We sincerely appreciate all the work you do each day to support our students and each other.

• Deanna Burch, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Havre de Grace High School
• Chere Dawson, Fourth Grade Teacher, North Harford Elementary School
• Melanie Feathers, Judy Center Family Service Worker, Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
• Cindy Gray, Paraeducator, Deerfield Elementary School
• Stephanie Gregory, Science Teacher, Bel Air Middle School
• Amy Goodell, Special Education Teacher, Patterson Mill High School
• Melissa Haberer, Teacher Specialist-Reading, Ring Factory Elementary School
• Erica Harris, Principal, C. Milton Wright High School
• Bonita Holland-Buchanan, Paraeducator, Southampton Middle School
• Kaitlyn Larrimore, Foreign Language Teacher-French, C. Milton Wright High School
• Elizabeth Newby, English Teacher, Havre de Grace Middle School
• Shanita Richardson, Paraeducator, Harford Academy
• Sharmar Robinson, Inclusion Helper, Harford Academy
• Jacqueline Samek, Special Education Teacher, Edgewood Middle School
• Sarah Scholl, Media Specialist, Havre de Grace Middle School
• Natalia Seets, English Teacher, Patterson Mill Middle School
• Nina Sovik, Science Teacher, Magnolia Middle School
• Khalyn Stevens, Paraeducator, Harford Academy
• Danielle VanGosen, Administrative Support Specialist, Magnolia Middle School
• Meghan Wheeler, Special Education Teacher, Patterson Mill High School

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

Students and families from 10 schools in Harford County Public Schools were involved in raising the money this school year:

• Churchville Elementary
• Darlington Elementary
• Emmorton Elementary
• Hickory Elementary
• Homestead/Wakefield Elementary
• Joppatowne Elementary
• Old Post Road Elementary
• Red Pump Elementary
• Fallston Middle
• Fallston High

Some of the schools even reached some amazing milestones! Homestead/Wakefield Elementary smashed records with $74,742 raised! They’re #1 in Maryland and the Eastern States Region!

Hickory Elementary raised $35,500 this year, bringing their all-time total raised to over $504,000!

Fallston Middle School raised more than $40,000 this year, and their all-time total is now over $506,000!

Not only did the students raised money, but many learned how to perform hands-only CPR, meaning there are now hundreds of students in our community who can step in and help save a life in an emergency!

We’re so proud of everyone who participated and donated. Your hard work and generosity are truly making a difference! Read the press release here.

Teachers are invited to join us at the Transformative Technology Conference and explore the cutting edge of education! Dive deep into the ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and discover how to leverage its power for teacher efficiency. Unleash the potential of digital resources and learn how to seamlessly integrate Canvas to maximize student engagement and learning outcomes.

Primary teachers, join us for specific sessions that will provide practical guidance on navigating Canvas and using new technologies to create engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences for your young learners. Network with fellow educators and teacher leaders as we explore the future of education together.

Registration opened May 22, 2024, on HECTOR for the June 13 conference.

Provide your expert input! The 2024 Blueprint Implementation Plan has been posted on hcps.org. Insights from last year's survey significantly influenced our 2024 plan, and your thoughts and feedback will similarly enhance future plans and revisions. The survey will be open until June 5th. Thank you for your participation and don’t forget to check out the latest Blueprint Newsletter!

2024 Blueprint Implementation Survey – LIVE now: Open through June 5, 2024

2023 Survey Analysis

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.

Open enrollment for the 2024 – 2025 plan year began on Wednesday, May 1, and will end on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. During this period, eligible employees can enroll or change their benefits selections. All requested changes will become effective on July 1, 2024. All enrollments can be completed online at https://hcps.benelogic.com.

NEW THIS YEAR, BEGINNING 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 pay deduction cycle for all 10-, 11-, and 12-month employees. 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.

2024-2025 INSURANCE PREMIUMS: The premiums for the medical and dental plans will increase effective July 1, 2024. The rates for the vision and life insurance plans will remain as is. The rate sheet for the 2024-2025 premiums and additional information regarding the benefit plans available to you can be found on the Benefits Open Enrollment SharePoint site.

If you have any questions, contact the Benefits Office at benefits@hcps.org.

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

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Every May, we recognize and show support for one of the critical factors in our overall well-being: Mental Health. Mental Health affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps us determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy decisions. According to Mental Health America, one in five people will experience a mental health condition within a given year, and 50% of people in their lifetime. This May, we encourage you to join us in raising awareness, reducing the stigma surrounding mental health, and providing tools to those in need to help them identify mental health issues and receive treatment. Click here for more information.

May CareFirst Wellbeing Challenge – Find Your Zen Wellness Challenge

Meditation is a mindfulness technique that trains your attention and awareness to achieve a calm and stable state. It can help you lower stress, get better sleep, improve focus, and feel more connected. The benefits of mindfulness develop over time with consistent practice. Ready to try it? Join the Simple Peace Challenge in May to explore all that mindfulness meditation has to offer. 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:

• April 3, Financial Health = Wealth: Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to fine-tune your existing financial plan, this webinar will equip and empower you with the knowledge and confidence to achieve better financial well-being.
• May 1, Mental Health Starts with You: If you are dealing with stress or anxiety or are simply seeking a way to enhance your mental well-being, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to cultivate a healthier mind.
• 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

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.

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.

Gas stations and fast-food joints may not always present us with the healthiest choices, but that doesn't mean we have to throw health out the window when traveling. There are plenty of ways to plan ahead and make wise choices, no matter how you travel! This webinar will provide tips and tricks for fitting in healthy habits while away from home. Through the HCPS Wellness Committee, join the CareFirst Health Coach, Erin Hendrickson, to learn more. Those who attend the session will be entered to win a yoga mat courtesy of CareFirst*.

To join a live virtual webinar on Wednesday, June 5, from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m., save the following link to your calendar: https://lcah.webex.com/weblink/register/rdf005b9198587554f23971d0e8af9118

*The yoga mat will be mailed directly to the member's home by CareFirst due to the webinar's date and the end of the school year. The HCPS Benefits Office will work with CareFirst to notify the winner and ensure that CareFirst has the winner's accurate mailing address.

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 6 at 12:00 p.m.: Wellness for Every Body
• 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.

• May 29 & 30 (CRN 77265)
  

• 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.

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

"Joanne Frailer is a fantastic administrator. I have had the pleasure of working with her as my AP two years in a row after moving from 7th grade to 8th grade. She gives everyday her all. I really appreciate how well she works with parents, students, and teachers. She means what she says and says what she means. She holds all students to a high standard and as accountable for their actions in a firm and fair manner. I love working with an administrator who has the goal of making all students and teachers the best that they can be!"

~ Joy John, 8th Grade Science, Southampton Middle School

"Thanks for leading CIA with empathy and humility. We feel valued as employees which motivates us to work harder."

~ Liz McCartney

"Your support and confidence in us and your efforts on our behalf are truly appreciated. Your sincerity is both seen and felt. Thank you."

~ Yvonne Evans

"Just like how all trees need water to grow and all humans need air to live, companies need bosses like you to survive and prosper. Thanks for being our lifeline."

~ Lucy

"Thank you both for being very supportive and including 'Us' in all aspects of CIA."

~ Renee Mozingo.

"Thank you for supporting us and making us feel genuinely valued as members of the Curriculum office!"

~ Jen Brazil

"Thank you for guiding your team with wisdom, kindness, and unwavering support."

~ Gustavo

"Thank you for creating a positive work environment where we all feel valued. Good leaders like you are rare to find, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to work under your guidance. Thank you for all you do."

~ Monica Hobbs

"Thank you for your leadership, support, and kindness. Your positive impact is felt and truly appreciated."

~ Denise Lamphere

"Thank you for your leadership. Your support, kindness and inclusion have made for a very positive work environment which we all appreciate."

~ Dee Kipp

"Thank you for being wonderful, supportive leaders. Your kindness and understanding truly have a lasting impact on our work lives, as well as our personal lives."

~ Steph Dowell

Join us in welcoming the following new employee to our HCPS family:

• Jennifer Strozykowski, School Bus Attendant, Transportation Department
• Kathy Martin, School Bus Attendant, Transportation Department
• Shayne Moyer, Grounds/Equipment Maintenance I, Facilities Department

Email: HCPS.411@hcps.org