Harford County Public Schools - Communications Office

HCPS Communications Resource Center

The HCPS Communications Office is responsible for the school system’s public relations and communications efforts including marketing, internal communications, community engagement, media relations, etc. Educational public relations is a planned, systematic management function, designed to help improve the programs and services of the school system. It relies on a comprehensive, two-way communication process involving both internal and external publics with the goal of stimulating better understanding of the role, objectives, accomplishments and needs of HCPS. The goal of the Communications Office is to assist in interpreting public attitudes, identify and help shape policies and procedures in the public interest, and carry on involvement and information activities which earn public understanding and support. The Manager of Communications manages and coordinates these communications efforts and serves as the school system's chief spokesperson. The office aims to support the district’s mission, vision and goals by building strong relationships with stakeholders, aligning messages for key initiatives and programs, and engaging the community in two-way communication targeted to their needs.

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HCPS Television Programs

Harford Cable Network (HCN) now has a channel on Verizon FiOS! Check out these shows on HCN Comcast Channel 21, Armstrong Channel 7 and Verizon FiOS Channel 31.

To requst a DVD/VHS copy of a program aired on HCN, please contact the Harford Cable Network.
Board of Education Meetings
The Harford County Board of Education Meetings air Tuesdays, at 8PM following a Board Meeting on Monday. The latest Harford County Board of Education business meeting, sponsored by HAR-CO Maryland Federal Credit Union. For more information about the Board Meetings, please visit the

Board of Education Meeting Information Page

Program Title Program Date Link
Board of Education Meeting 11/09/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 10/26/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 10/12/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 09/29/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 09/29/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 09/14/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 09/14/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 08/03/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 07/06/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 06/22/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 06/22/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 06/08/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 06/08/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 05/11/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 05/11/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 05/04/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 04/27/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting 04/20/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 1) 03/23/2009 View Video
Board of Education Meeting (Part 2) 03/23/2009 View Video

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Historic Harford
(September 2009) This 30-minute episode of Harford Cable Network’s ‘Historic Harford’ television show features Board of Education of Harford County General Counsel Patrick P. Spicer as he discusses his research on the desegregation of Harford County Public Schools. View Video
High School Game of the Week
Harford County High School athletes from throughout the county go head to head in weekly competition. Sports include football, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, field hockey, cheerleading, tennis, golf & swimming.

For more information about HCPS Athletics, visit the Athletics Home Page, or view the 2009 Fall Sports Television Schedule for a complete listing of games airing on HCN.

Program Title Program Date Link
Varsity Cheerleading Championship 10/24/2009 View Video
Junior Varsity Cheerleading Championship 10/24/2009 View Video

Homework 411
A live, call-in television show produced by Harford County Public School students offering homework help to 4th-8th graders. The 4th-8th graders will also have an opportunity to win great prizes. Sponsored by HAR-CO Maryland Federal Credit Union & Comcast Cablevision of Harford County.

Homework 411 began its 6th Season on September 18th, 2007. This live, one hour homework help program produced in partnership with Harford County Public Schools airs Tuesdays (for grades 3 – 5) and Thursdays (for grades 6 – 8) at 4:30pm. Students call the show with their homework questions and answer trivia questions to earn points for prizes. Every show features mini lessons in language arts and math, with rotating segments featuring science, social studies, music, art and much more. Students will also enjoy our “Career Corner,” “This Week in History” and “Study Tip of the Day” segments. Watch Homework 411, airing exclusively on Harford Cable Network, Comcast channel 21, Armstrong channel 7, and Verizon FiOS channel 31 .

For more information, visit: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/HCN/411.html.

All County Band
All County Band Concerts held at various schools.

For more information about All-County Music Program, visit the Music Department Home Page.
All County Chorus
Combined chorus made up of vocalists from various high schools throughout Harford County.

For more information about All-County Music Program, visit the Music Department Home Page.
Your Public Schools
Hosted by Teri Kranefeld. A series that takes a close up look at some of the programs & services which, together, provide Harford County students with a wide ranging educational experience.

Program Title Program Date Link
Transportation Services 06/15/2008 View Video