The High Road School of Baltimore County is a non-public education program that focuses on academic and behavioral needs of students with special education services.  Our highly structured program is specifically designed to meet the individualized academic and therapeutic needs of students with emotional/behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities, as well as other disabilities under IDEA.  Students are referred to the program by local school systems (Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Anne Arundel County Public Schools). We service students ages 7-21 and grades 2-12.

Students attending The High Road School of Baltimore County work towards transitioning back to a less restrictive environment, and/or pursuing a Maryland High School Diploma or a Maryland Certificate of Completion.

The High Road School of Baltimore County seeks to build student confidence and competence through personalized interventions, as well as prepare our students to be independent, successful adults.  We achieve these goals through our specialized program, consisting of three main components: Academics, Behavior Interventions/Counseling, and Transition.

Our academic component focuses on individualized instruction based on student needs and county curriculum.  Students receive instruction in small group and one-to-one instructional settings, with time for independent work and computer assisted instruction.  Our behavioral/counseling component focuses on individual and/or a school-wide behavior management system with built-in incentives and rewards for positive behavior, including field trips, participation in sports teams, and weekly arts and crafts activities. Students have access to their school social worker outside of scheduled services as needed.   Our Transition program incorporates functional life skills as well as career awareness and readiness skills. Many of our students exit the program with referrals to job resources in the community through programs like DORS (Division of Rehabilitative Services).

The High Road School of Baltimore County offers a wide array of services for students, including certified Special Education Teachers, a Reading Specialist, staff trained in crisis intervention, school social workers, in-home and/or family therapy, a school Psychiatrist, Speech/Language Services, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Services.  The school also provides Maryland High School Assessment and Bridge Plan preparation.

Students at The High Road School of Baltimore County have the option to participate in a high-interest, self-directed classroom that focuses on career preparation, as well as several community service projects offered throughout the year, such as Adopt-A-Road, volunteering at soup kitchens, and participating in a recycling program.  We have athletic teams that compete in football and basketball, and an academic team that competes with other High Road Schools in the region.  Our students also participate in a region-wide Fine Arts Festival, where students display a variety of talents, from drawing to performance art.

Parent involvement is a critical part of our education program, and parents are encouraged to contact the school at any time.  High Road staff contact home weekly to address student progress as well as parent/guardian ideas and concerns.  In addition, our parent newsletter is sent home monthly.

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Michael Cardin Scholarship Winner

The High Road School of Baltimore County is thrilled to announce that Alexis Collins is the proud recipient of a Michael Cardin Scholarship this year. This scholarship is awarded yearly to students in MANSEF schools who have demonstrated a commitment to improvement. The Maryland Association of Non-public Special Education Facilities (MANSEF) set up the fund to honor Michael Cardin, his memory and his dedication to children with special needs.

Alexis worked diligently this year to prove her commitment to achieving the goals she set up for herself. Alexis has maintained the highest behavioral levels throughout the majority of the school year and focused on her academics more than ever. She continues to express desire to raise the bar each year. Alexis commented, “I received the letter in the mail letting me know I won the scholarship and I just started crying.”

Alexis will use her scholarship to take 4 classes at The Community College of Baltimore County this summer. Alexis and her family are excited about the recognition Alexis is receiving and they are grateful for the financial assistance.

Graduating Seniors of the Class of 2011!

The High Road Schools of the Maryland North Region and New Hope Academy are extremely proud of the graduating seniors of the Class of 2011!  Our students region- wide are pursuing degrees at 2 year colleges and 4 year universities; attending nursing school; and beginning internships and apprenticeships.  We wish them the best of luck in all of their future endeavors!

Project IMPACT

In a collaborated effort, High Road Schools of Perryville, Anne Arundel County, and Baltimore County took a group of students to the Maryland Correctional Institution-Jessup, a medium-security male facility. This tour is part of Project IMPACT (Inmates Making Positive Attempts to Change Teens). School social workers planned the visit for twelve students and seven staff members. The High Road group arrived at Jessup and were led on a five hour tour by several prison inmates and two sergeants. Students had the opportunity to sample prison lunch (served at 10:30am!), visit a locked down isolation cell, see the building where gang members are incarcerated, and see the prison dormitory for older inmates. Throughout the tour, inmates spoke with the students and answered questions about life in prison. Students were taught about the lack of privacy, the isolation from friends and family, and the safety concerns that exist in prison. At the end of the tour, the inmates shared their personal stories and lessons they have learned the hard way. Several inmates emphasized making good choices, staying away from drugs and violence, and the importance of family. One inmate stated, “You don’t realize how good you have it and how much your family cares about you.” On the way home from the field trip, the students participated in an engaging discussion about what they saw and how they can make personal changes in their own life to make better choices on a daily basis. According to one Anne Arundel County student, “I am going to change my life and stay away from the gangs in my neighborhood because those guys don’t really have my back.  I don’t want to end up there!”

High Road Students in the News

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North Bay Field Trip

I want to begin by thanking all of the parents for their cooperation on returning the pages of paperwork necessary to make this trip possible. The staff that gave up their time to stay with the students over night deserves an abundance of gratitude.  Last, but definitely not least, the New Hope and High Road students that went on the trip need to be commended the most.  They showed a tremendous amount of respect for the North Bay staff and the facility, and enthusiastically bought into the message North Bay was sending to them about conservation and taking individual responsibility about the environment that is immediately around them.
 We arrived March 15th at about 11:30am and immediately were greeted by an enthusiastic and friendly group of North Bay staff members that ushered us to our cabins and then lunch (which I will say was phenomenal) of chicken tacos.  After lunch, the fun really began! The North Bay staff had us split into groups and we rotated around the facility going from the ropes course, to the scales and tales animal presentation, to a giant rope swing, the nature hike, and finally the 150 yard zip line.  It was more fun than I had ever seen our students have on a field trip, that‘s for sure.   After those 5 fun-filled hours, we headed back to the dining hall for a spaghetti dinner.  We went from the dinner to the game room where the students enjoyed shooting pool, playing table tennis, and of course, eating smores.  After all that fun, students began to show signs of sleepiness.  We watched the movie “Despicable Me” but I would guess only about half of the students made it through the movie without falling asleep.  We were a worn out group of campers.  We awoke the next morning to breakfast and headed out to learn about the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch”.  This presentation proved to be motivational to all of the students as they picked up about 8 huge bags full of garbage and half a dozen tires from the beach.  Seeing all they accomplished, the students walked to lunch with a feeling of pride.  They cleaned the beach for the sake of cleaning the beach.  They weren’t paid; they just cleaned the beach because it was the right thing to do.  After lunch, we gathered our things and headed back to school.  
Thank you to everyone that had even the smallest part in making this happen.  This is a field trip that, I’m sure, the students will never forget; I know I never will.  I really look forward to next year’s trip.
-Mr. John Lochte

Summer Projects

The students have participated in some exciting projects this summer at the High Road School of Baltimore County. The current students and staff are carrying on an important tradition of staying closely connected to the community and the summer seems to be the best time to get outside and talk to the neighbors!

This summer the students hosted a car wash and organized a huge yard sale! The two events drew a large crowd and provided fun times for everyone! Both projects required much preparation from the students, such as buying and organizing supplies, assigning specific tasks to all who participated and making and hanging signs to advertise the events.

Fundraising is also an important tradition in Baltimore County and the students decided that the money raised should go to the student athletes for new uniforms. The school directors were very impressed with the effort and hard work the students demonstrated in planning the special days and in the pride they consistently show for the sports teams; therefore, they are happy to pay for additional costs to buy the uniforms.

This extended school year program has provided a relaxed environment with lots of learning and a ton of fun!

Baltimore County 2010 Graduation

On June 3, 2010, program directors Danielle Peck and Clare Plantholt, along with other proud staff members from High Road School of Baltimore County, congratulated 3 graduating seniors and 10 graduating eighth graders with a special ceremony held in the school’s courtyard.  Family, friends, and fellow classmates gathered to celebrate the hard work and success of the graduates.  After the ceremony, all the participants gathered in the school building for pictures, conversation, and of course, food!  The day was a fun way for parents, teachers, and students to share and reflect on their years at High Road.  One parent stated, “If not for this school, my son never would have made it.  Thank you for everything!” To all of our students, you’ve made us proud and we wish you the best of luck in pursuing your goals of furthering your education and beginning your careers!

Class of 2010 Graduates
Craig Ciatto
April Leslie
Chaz Matthews

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Participants
Dejah Brannon
Neil Draper
Michael Estep
Damion Joyce
Dylan Luttrell
James McCray
Marcquel Missouri
Shayna Smith
Samuel Vega
Richard Washington

Field Day Fun Day

The staff and students at the High Road School of Baltimore County enjoyed a fun end of the year event this week! Field day is an incentive for blue and green level students and is an event where students get to spend the entire day outside running around and having fun! Field day events included a 40 yard dash, a three- legged race, tug of war, and water competitions. Students also earned tickets for the dunking booth where they had the opportunity to dunk staff members in a pool of freezing water! Check out more photos of field day in the photo gallery!

Sleepover Adventure

Every fall and spring, the staff members at the High Road School of Baltimore County host a sleepover for the blue level students. Traditionally, the sleepover is held in the school building on a Friday night. This highly anticipated incentive usually consists of a fun activity after school, a field trip, dinner and students trying to stay awake all night playing games, eating snacks and hanging out. However, this spring the students were surprised with an extra special treat. Ms Jessica, transition assistant, came up with the idea to take the students camping. “I enjoy coming up with creative incentives for our students and I had heard that some of them had never been camping before!”  She and several other staff members planned an exciting adventure as a reward for the eligible students. They camped out at Genesee Valley, an outdoor learning center, located in Parkton, Maryland.

The students were amazed by everything Genesee Valley had to offer! The facility is home to a variety of animals that the students had the opportunity to interact with, such as horses, cows, pigs and even donkeys! The Genesee Valley counselors instructed students on how to feed the animals and make them feel comfortable. The counselors also led the group in activities like fishing and hiking and gave a lesson on how to set up their tents!

The highlights of the evening were definitely zip-lining across a lake and eating s’mores around the campfire! Students and staff agreed that this was the best sleepover yet!!

North Bay Field Trip

I want to begin by thanking all of the parents for their cooperation on returning the pages of paperwork necessary to make this trip possible. The staff that gave up their time to stay with the students over night deserves an abundance of gratitude.  Last, but definitely not least, the New Hope and High Road students that went on the trip need to be commended the most.  They showed a tremendous amount of respect for the North Bay staff and the facility, and enthusiastically bought into the message North Bay was sending to them about conservation and taking individual responsibility about the environment that is immediately around them.
 We arrived March 15th at about 11:30am and immediately were greeted by an enthusiastic and friendly group of North Bay staff members that ushered us to our cabins and then lunch (which I will say was phenomenal) of chicken tacos.  After lunch, the fun really began! The North Bay staff had us split into groups and we rotated around the facility going from the ropes course, to the scales and tales animal presentation, to a giant rope swing, the nature hike, and finally the 150 yard zip line.  It was more fun than I had ever seen our students have on a field trip, that‘s for sure.   After those 5 fun-filled hours, we headed back to the dining hall for a spaghetti dinner.  We went from the dinner to the game room where the students enjoyed shooting pool, playing table tennis, and of course, eating smores.  After all that fun, students began to show signs of sleepiness.  We watched the movie “Despicable Me” but I would guess only about half of the students made it through the movie without falling asleep.  We were a worn out group of campers.  We awoke the next morning to breakfast and headed out to learn about the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch”.  This presentation proved to be motivational to all of the students as they picked up about 8 huge bags full of garbage and half a dozen tires from the beach.  Seeing all they accomplished, the students walked to lunch with a feeling of pride.  They cleaned the beach for the sake of cleaning the beach.  They weren’t paid; they just cleaned the beach because it was the right thing to do.  After lunch, we gathered our things and headed back to school.  
Thank you to everyone that had even the smallest part in making this happen.  This is a field trip that, I’m sure, the students will never forget; I know I never will.  I really look forward to next year’s trip.
-Mr. John Lochte

Here is a follow up from Michael regarding his amazing transformation this year:

In Michael’s Words…

Hello. My name is Michael Der and I’m here to tell you my story. I honestly believe that the TLS program is hands down one of the best things that have ever happened to me. I don’t think I’ve felt this secure about my image in years. I can’t even begin to thank Ms. Lydia Martinez for all that she has done for me over these past few months and I want to thank High Road for introducing her to me. I used to be so self- conscious about my bodily image. I thought I was fat, disgusting, repulsive, and basically abnormal. I was never happy with the way that I looked no matter what. My self- esteem was at rock bottom.

This school year I got an offer from High Road to sign up for the program and I honestly didn’t even think that it would work. Well, I was horribly wrong. The TLS program has given me the confidence that I've always needed and the bodily image to go with it. It has rocketed my self- esteem and I honestly feel like nothing can bring me down. On top of eating healthier, I exercise regularly. The exercise is such an amazing way to relieve stress and anger. Being able to look at myself in the mirror and be proud of what I see is something that I’ve never been able to do before I started this program. And the best part is that I can swim without a shirt on and not feel the tiniest bit of anxiety. I can walk around in public without constantly worrying what others think of me. Now I don’t care because no matter what they say, I look good and feel amazing because of it.

I had the opportunity to participate and speak at a nation-wide conference with other adults and kids who were successful with the program. The conference was held in Miami and was huge! The conference itself was absolutely amazing. I didn’t really get to do much because of my age, but I had fun with what I could do. On the day of the event, around 11:00 am, we went backstage to prepare for our speeches. I was nervous because there were thousands of people there. I can’t remember exactly what I said because my coach Mr. Ryan told me to speak from the heart and I did. After we got off stage, we went back to the Grey Goose lounge (Don’t worry, there was no alcohol!) for a  delicious lunch with Ms. Lydia, Mr. Ryan, Mr. Dennis (Dennis Franks from the Philadelphia Eagles) and all the kids and their parents. During our lunch, Eva Longoria stopped by for a few moments and I was able to get a picture with her. I’m never going to forget that day in Miami. I made sure to get the pictures taken so I could always have my memories. And I get to show off my pictures with Dennis Franks and Eva Longoria!
Michael

Shaping Up for a Bright Future

Michael Der is a 16 year old student attending High Road School of Baltimore County. Michael has been at HRS for 3 years and is proud to announce that this is his most successful year yet! This year Michael has been more alert and focused during class and as a result, has earned all A’s and B’s on his assignments and tests. He has also made great strides in individual and group therapy. Michael states that his positive behavior is a result of some healthy lifestyle changes he has made. After all, Michael’s successes don’t stop in the classroom!

Michael has participated in a school- wide nutrition and health reform facilitated by Transitions Lifestyle Systems (TLS). During this school year alone, Michael lost 20 lbs. and more than 4 inches off of his waist and he is still making great progress. Michael stated, “I understand nutrition now and I am conscious of what I put in my body. I have also started exercising” He believes that he was ready to make changes this year and has been motivated by a few people, especially his younger brother.

Everyone is very proud of Michael for his effort and determination. His TLS mentors are so pleased with his achievements so far that they asked him to be a guest speaker at an upcoming conference in Miami. Michael will speak to other TLS members about his success and future goals.

Student Spotlight

Akeem H. is a 14 year old blue level student at High Road School of Baltimore County. He has a positive attitude about school and has already achieved many of his goals this school year! His ultimate goal is to graduate from high school with honors!

Fun facts about Akeem:

Birthday- January 10^th
One of his best qualities- Good athlete and positive sportsmanship
Favorite food- Pizza
Favorite holiday- Christmas
Favorite sports team- Pittsburg Steelers
Random fact- Loves animals, but hates cats!
Dream- To be an NFL player

Quotes about Akeem:

“Akeem has a great sense of humor. He is one of the school’s biggest comedians”
- Ms. Megan

“Akeem is a great addition to our School- to- Work Program. He’s always willing to jump in and help when needed, often times without being asked. Great job, Akeem! Keep up the hard work!”
- Transitions Staff 

“Akeem is an active participant in group therapy and always manages to keep it lively!"
- Ms. Latarchia

Healthy Recipe Corner

Low- Fat Gingerbread Men

Ingredients:

¼ c butter, softened
¾ c firmly packed brown sugar
½ c unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
1/3 c dark molasses
3 c all- purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp allspice
¼ tsp ground cloves

Preparation-
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugar and applesauce until smooth. Add egg and molasses and mix well. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda and spices. Add to sugar and molasses mixture, stirring well. Divide dough in two; cover with plastic wrap and chill for 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out dough to ¼ or 1/8 inch thickness. Cut gingerbread men with a cookie cutter. Add candies or raisins to decorate. Place 1-2 inches apart on a parchment- lined baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes. Add frosting or more decorations when cool. Makes 30 cookies.

High Road Hurricanes Update

"Football is a great deal like life in that it teaches that work, sacrifice, perseverance, competitive drive, selflessness, and respect for authority are the price each and every one of us must pay to achieve any goal that is worthwhile."
-Vince Lombardi 

While some may measure success in wins and losses, the Hurricanes 4-2 record does not properly reflect the accomplishments the team has made this season. The teamwork and camaraderie shown by the canes this year was remarkable. While last year’s team went undefeated and won the championship game, I believe this was a more successful season. The team was anchored by senior Chaz M. and Akeem H. who played in every game and helped to provide a great foundation on which to build a great sports program. I was honored to have the opportunity to coach such a fantastic group of young men and I am looking forward to next year’s run for the championship.  – Coach Mr. Dan

The following student athletes received awards for their excellence on the field this season:
MVP- Chaz M.
Off. MVP- Akeem H.
Def. MVP- Larry B.
Most Reliable- Thomas H.
Unsung Hero- Sam Vega
Most Improved- Joey P.
Rookie of the Year- Daryl K.

Reading Specialist

The Reading Specialist position can hold a number of different roles within a variety of school settings. This position is found at all levels, from elementary through high school, private and public schools. The primary role of a person in this position is sometimes a coach for classroom teachers and other times as one-on-one intervention teacher. In my position at High Road, I wish to fill both of these roles as intervention teacher and coach.

The students who meet with a Reading Specialist are most often recommended by their classroom teachers or Administrators. These referrals are based upon discrepancies in potential ability and performance, or reading skills that are far below what would be expected. When a student is referred, further testing is completed to determine the most effective course of action. I use a variety of assessments such as the QRI-IV (Qualitative Reading Inventory, 4th edition), and vocabulary and phonics surveys. These assessments allow me to identify whether a student’s weaknesses are in decoding alone, comprehension, or a combination of both.

Following the individualized nature of our school programs, I am able to decide upon a plan with the classroom teacher that best meets each student’s needs. This may come in the form of individualized intervention in phonics utilizing one of a number of research-based programs, or as supplementary activities to assist the classroom teacher. If a student has strengths in phonemic awareness but weaknesses in comprehension, their plan for individualized sessions will reflect that. 

Some of the programs utilized in our schools include: Edmark Reading, Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading. Each of these is a research proven program that addresses the ‘Big 5’ areas of Literacy: Phonics, Phonemic Awareness, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. Through these programs, students are offered intense, individualized instruction in the areas with demonstrated weaknesses.

It is our responsibility as educators to ensure that students have the opportunity to reach their potential. It is my wish that each of our students find independence in their reading, and that such independence helps them reach their goals.

List of Reading Interventions

Athletic Teams

The High Road Schools and New Hope Academy are committed to providing services, programs and activities that provide opportunities for students to grow both inside and outside of the classroom. For several years, our schools have had an Inter-High Road School/ New Hope Academy Sports league.

The Maryland North region of schools including Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Delaware, Elkton, and Perryville compete throughout the school year in three sports.

Fall – Flag Football
Winter – Basketball
Spring – Volleyball

These teams provide an opportunity for our students to gain knowledge and skills in team sports and sportsmanship.  Only students (on green or blue level) that have demonstrated the ability to make sound decisions can participate in practices and games.  The league provides students a chance to interact with students from other regional schools and to show school pride for their own.

Each sport season has its own playoff and crown champions for that season.  In flag football, the playoffs are in a bowl format similar to the NCAA.  Naturally, we have our own form of March Madness to crown our Basketball Champions.  

Each year, all the schools get together for a Sports Banquet where the students are celebrated for their athletic performance and sportsmanship.  All participating students receive a participation award at the banquet.

For more information about our Sports League Programs, please contact your child’s school and ask for the team coach.

Transitions in Transitions for 2011-12

High Road School of Baltimore County will introduce exciting new programs for students to take advantage of in the 2011-12 school year.  In the past two years, Transition Services staff members have expanded the role of the School-to-Work program to include more technology and have taken on more responsibilities throughout the school building.  In addition to our job sampling program, which includes completing the school’s daily custodial, clerical, food service and maintenance work, students have been involved in the school’s news station and newsletter.

Beginning in the fall of 2011, staff and students will be taking on a new area that will benefit the entire school: horticulture!  Having visited the greenhouse and horticulture classes at MANSEF member Hannah Moore School, Transition Coordinator Mr. Ben Colpitts is excited about all of the possibilities a greenhouse has to offer.  Students will be able to help construct the greenhouse and make decisions about what is grown in it.  The greenhouse will provide students with a therapeutic outlet and any produce that is grown will be prepared by students who work on the kitchen crew.  For special holidays like Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and Christmas, students will run flower sales to provide classmates and community members a chance to give someone a beautiful, locally grown plant or flower, while supporting our students’ efforts.

In keeping with the green theme, Transition Assistant, Ms. Jes Koubik, has begun working on increasing our school’s recycling efforts.  Every classroom and office in our school building has a recycling bin for paper and cardboard.  Glass, metal, and plastic are collected in our Transition area.  With a yellow Paper Retriever recycling dumpster on site, High Road receives a check for every ton of recycling collected.  Ms. Jes has created fliers and posted them in the community and worked with staff and students to create a plan for raising awareness about our efforts in the future.  In true recycling fashion, all of the profits from the Paper Retriever program will be used towards the purchase and maintenance of the greenhouse!  For more information on Abitibi’s Paper Retriever recycling program visit www.paperretriever.com

Ms. Jes and Mr. Ben are excited to welcome a third member to their Transition Services team.  When the 2011-12 school year starts up in August, Mr. Jon Falk will be bringing his artistic talents and technological expertise to the Transitions Program.  Mr. Jon will be dedicating most of his efforts to revitalizing WHRS-65, the student produced news station that broadcasts to all of our classrooms throughout the week.  With a new digital video recorder to work with, Mr. Jon is sure to take WHRS to the next level!

Next year’s senior class at High Road School of Baltimore County will be given the opportunity to experience college life without having to leave high school.  Having worked closely with CCBC-Dundalk during the 2010-11 school year, High Road School of Baltimore County is committed to continuing the relationship in order to offer seniors an opportunity to enroll in college classes while still attending HRS.  Last year, two students successfully completed classes during the spring semester and two more have been accepted to the upcoming fall semester.  For more information on applying to CCBC visit www.ccbc.edu/

Transition Program

All of the programming that is designed to transition the student from school to work emphasizes preparation for productive employment after graduation. To make this employment as successful and fulfilling as possible, we help the student explore his or her interests and then build upon natural talents in choosing possible career paths. As students mature, we encourage them to gradually become more self reliant. Our Transitional Services staff aids in this process by giving the students just the right amount of independence and interaction with the wider community, while still providing the supports necessary for the students to feel secure and confident.

School-to-Work Program
Our School- to Work Program offers students the opportunity to participate in true- to- life jobs within the school setting. The end goal of the program is to develop the student’s employment skills and social skills in order to maximize their potential for success in the real world. As such, students seek to obtain jobs by first filling out an application and interviewing for the position they are interested in, as they would in real life. Once the student obtains a suitable position at school, they are held accountable for their attendance and performance, so we work with them on such aspects of employment as punctuality, responsibility, and working independently. Many of the jobs the students procure involve our student - run on the premises retail business. Students participating in the School-to-Work Program are trained to operate many of the state- of- the- art machines that make customized products for sale through this retail business.

Community Work
New Hope Academy affords students the opportunity to take their learning outside of the classroom and transfer it into the community. We work with our students to practice the proficiencies they have mastered in the School- to- Work Program, and then, when a student is ready, a job coach accompanies them to volunteer or paid job sites out in the community. We partner with a wide array of local- area businesses, including restaurants, hospitals, preschools, and retail shops, to expose the students to real - life work experience and social interactions. In this way, students can explore numerous career avenues and gain valuable work experience to list on their resumes.

The Baltimore County Public Schools Website Homepage
-Includes information about policies, curricula, academic calendar, school closings, and links to individual school websites.
www.bcps.org

Official Site for Anne Arundel County Public Schools
www.aacps.org
 
Official Site for Baltimore City Public Schools
www.bcps.k12.md.us

www.arcofbaltimore.com