The Student Education Planning Guide will assist in the design of a long term, personalized educational plan that will prepare each student to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century. Through its use, students can see the relevance and purpose of high school coursework, service learning, and extracurricular activities, and the support they provide for individual career planning. This guide will help students, parents, teachers, and school counselors discuss career goals and develop and implement a six-year education plan. With advanced planning and sustained effort, students can graduate from high school having earned college credits and/or industry certifications.

The Student Education Planning Guide provides resources to support students and families in developing and maintaining a meaningful post-secondary plan rooted in student interest and opportunities available in Harford County Public Schools. Consultation with counselors, teachers, and school personnel should occur each year.

Below are links located throughout this guide to topics of interest to support educational and career planning.

• High School Graduation Credit Requirements
• Maryland Graduation Assessment Requirements
• Student Enrollment Options Program
• Magnet Programs
• Signature Programs
• Career Technology Education and Completer Programs
• Special Education Services
• Athletic Program Information
• School Registration Information
• Course Descriptions

Vision:
We will inspire and prepare each student to achieve success in college and career.

Mission:
Each student will attain academic and personal success in a safe and caring environment that honors the diversity of our students and staff.

Core Values:

• We empower each student to achieve academic excellence.
• We create reciprocal relationships with families and members of the community.
• We attract and retain highly skilled personnel.
• We assure an efficient and effective organization.
• We provide a safe and secure environment.

Goal 1: Prepare every student for success in postsecondary education and career.
Goal 2: Engage families and the community to be partners in the education of our students.
Goal 3: Hire and support highly effective staff who are committed to building their own professional capacity in order to increase student achievement.
Goal 4: Provide safe, secure, and healthy learning environments that are conducive to effective teaching and learning, creativity and innovation.