Laurie K. Ascenzi

The Board of Education convened to address several matters in a closed session, including a discussion on negotiation parameters with bargaining units and a review of recommended employee discipline, which was subsequently approved. Additionally, the Board consulted with legal counsel regarding sensitive personnel matters.

The Board of Education meeting included sessions on bargaining unit negotiation parameters and legal consultations. Key actions taken included the election of a new Board President and Vice-President, public comments from community members and group representatives, and the approval of various consent agenda items such as contract awards for electricity supply, commodities, and equipment. The Board also reached a decision regarding the renewal of the Superintendent's contract and entered into a separation agreement with the Superintendent.

The Board of Education conducted a business meeting focused on leadership and governance. Key actions included the election of Lauren Paige as Board President and Wade Sewell as Board Vice President. The Board also swore in Liliana Norkaitis as the newest appointed member, filling the vacancy from Dr. Aaron Poynton's resignation. Furthermore, the Board publicly reported on actions taken during a closed session on February 4, 2026, approving a separation agreement with Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson, effective February 4, 2026, with his contract concluding on June 30, 2026. Dr. Dyann Mack will continue serving as Acting Superintendent.

This document outlines the strategic goals for the Board of Education of Harford County. The plan focuses on four main pillars: preparing students for postsecondary education and careers, fostering community and family engagement in student education, recruiting and developing highly effective staff, and ensuring safe, secure, and healthy learning environments conducive to effective teaching and learning. The overarching vision is to achieve student success, strengthen community partnerships, cultivate professional staff, and maintain optimal educational settings.

This document is a proposal for the implementation of an Advanced Placement (AP) Business with Personal Finance course. The plan outlines the course's design to develop workforce-ready skills and financial literacy through units covering entrepreneurship, marketing, business finance, management, and personal financial planning. It aims to prepare students with practical knowledge in business operations and informed financial decision-making for long-term success, with implementation targeted for the 2026-2027 school year.