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SEPTEMBER 2011
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OCTOBER 2011
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MESA: Paving the Way for College and Career Readiness
Tue., Nov. 29, 6:45 p.m. Long Reach High, 6101 Old Dobbin Ln., Columbia Parents of high school students are invited to learn how HCPSS MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) programs can help prepare students for success in college and careers. Information about courses and internships available through the Gifted and Talented, Career Academy, and Career and Technology Education programs will also be presented. For more information, contact Harold Williams at harold_williams@hcpss.org or 410-313-5691, or Annette Olney at annette_olney@hcpss.org or 410-313-6945. The High School Emotional Rollercoaster Tue., Nov. 29, 7 p.m. Atholton High, 6520 Freetown Road, Columbia Parents and teens are invited to a free session co-sponsored by HC DrugFree and the Atholton High PTSA. A local woman will share her struggle with drugs and alcohol to cover up an underlying mental issue. Mike Malone, a counselor at the Kolmac Clinic, will facilitate a discussion on addiction and mental illness, the warning signs, and when to seek help. G/T Parent Academy - Demystifying the College Selection Process
Wed., Nov. 30, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Hammond High Auditorium, 8800 Guilford Rd., Columbia Barbara Hall, head of the admissions office at New York University, will share admission criteria used by selective universities and tips for writing an essay that accurately communicates the voice of the student. All interested parents and secondary students are invited to attend. More information is available at www.hcpss.org/gt/workshop113011.pdf, G/T Advisory Committee website at http://hcpssgtac.wordpress.com/, email to hcpssgtac@gmail.org or call 410-313-6800. NCAA Information Night Wed., Nov. 30, 7 p.m. Mt. Hebron High, 9440 Rt. 99, Ellicott City High school students thinking about playing a sport in college are invited to learn how to prepare for athletic eligibility and get expert advice from college administrators and former college athletes. Parents and coaches are also encouraged to attend. Board of Education to Hold Community Meeting with Conexiones and the Council of EldersWed., Nov. 30, 7 p.m. & 8 PMBoard Room, Department of Education, 10910 Route 108, Ellicott City The Board of Education will hold a community meeting with Conexiones, an advocate group for Hispanic students, at 7:00pm. On the same evening at 8:00pm, the Board of Education will hold a community meeting with the Council of Elders, an organization of older adults that advances the collective well being of African Americans and other peoples of African lineage of Howard County. Financial Aid Information Nights
Dec. 1, 7 p.m., Reservoir High Dec. 7, 7 p.m., Hammond High High school students, especially seniors, and their parents are invited to learn about FAFSA applications, finding loans, grants, scholarships and more. Attend either session. G/T Testing Nominations for Next Year Due Wed., Dec. 7 Grades 3-4 for G/T Math Grades 6-7 for Middle School G/T Classes Howard County public schools are accepting nominations to test students for the Gifted and Talented (G/T) program for the 2012-13 school year. Parents may nominate a grade 3 or 4 student for G/T mathematics testing by submitting a nomination request in writing to the G/T Resource Teacher. Parents may nominate a grade 6 or 7 student for middle school G/T content classes (English, mathematics, science, and social studies) by submitting a signed nomination form to the G/T Resource Teacher. Forms are available from Student Services or the G/T Resource Teacher at your child's school. Students currently participating successfully in a middle school G/T class are eligible to continue in that discipline next year without the need for additional paperwork or testing. Black Student, Family and CommUNITY Network, Inc. (BSFCN) in partnership with The Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS) Four Steps to Effective Advocacy Presented by Jean Lewis Community Advocate, Retired HCPSS Thursday, December 8, 2011 |
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SCHOOL YEAR 2010-2011
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OCTOBER 2010
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BSFCN GENERAL MEETING
From : 7:00 PM To : 9:00 PM
Faulkner Ridge Center 10598 Marble Faun Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
NOVEMBER 2010
Black Student, Family and CommUNITY Network, Inc. (BSFCN)
in partnership with
The Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS)
Four Steps to Effective Advocacy
Presented by Jean Lewis
HCPSS Family and Community Outreach Specialist
NOVEMBER 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Faulkner Ridge Center
10598 Marble Faun Court
Columbia, MD 21044
Advance Registration Required
Childcare, homework assistance (up to Grade 5) and pizza will be provided!
R.S.V.P. by Friday, November 12th
DECEMBER 2010
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COUNTY-WIDE CELEBRATION OF KWANZAA
When: Monday, December 27, 2010
4:30PM - 7:30PM
(Doors Open at 4:00)
Free Admission
Where: Celebration Church (Fellowship Hall)
6080 Foreland Garth
Columbia, MD 21045
Sponsored by:
Howard County Center of African American Culture, Inc. (HCCAAC)
The Council of Elders
Howard County NAACP
Black Student Achievement Program
Celebration Church
For further information call: HCCAAC at 410.715.1921
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Interested parents and community members are invited to attend…
The Howard County Gifted and
Talented Education Program
Parent Academy
Demystifying the College Selection Process
Hammond High School Auditorium
8800 Guilford Road
Columbia, MD 21046
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
GUEST SPEAKER
Ms. Barbara F. Hall,
Associate Provost, New York University
For more information, please visit the G/T Advisory Committee website at
http://hcpssgtac.wordpress.com/, email to hcpssgtac@gmail.org or call 410-313-6800.
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G/T Nomination – Third and Fourth Grade Students for G/T Mathematics for Next Year
Howard County Public Schools are accepting nominations to test grade 3 and 4 students for possible inclusion in the G/T Mathematics Program. If you have a child in grade 3 or 4 who you wish to nominate for testing for G/T mathematics, please submit your nomination request in writing to the G/T Resource Teacher at your child's school by Tuesday, December 7.
GT Nomination - Sixth and Seventh Grade Students for Middle School G/T Classes for Next Year
Howard County Public Schools are accepting nomination to test grade 6 and 7 students for possible inclusion in the middle school G/T content classes (English, mathematics, science, and social studies).
Students currently participating successfully in a middle school G/T class are eligible to continue in that discipline next year without the need for additional paperwork or testing.
If you have a child in grade 6 or 7 who you wish to nominate for G/T testing, please submit a signed Nomination Form to the G/T Resource Teacher at your child's school by Tuesday, December 7. The Nomination Form may be obtained from Student Services or from the G/T Resource Teacher at your child's school.
JANUARY 2011
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Black Student, Family and CommUNITY Network, Inc. (BSFCN)
in partnership with
The Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS)
Four Steps to Effective Advocacy
Presented by Jean Lewis
HCPSS Family and Community Outreach Specialist
Black Student, Family and CommUNITY Network, Inc. (BSFCN)
in partnership with
The Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS)
Four Steps to Effective Advocacy
Presented by Jean Lewis
HCPSS Family and Community Outreach Specialist
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The Faulkner Ridge Center
10598 Marble Faun Court
Columbia, MD 21044
Advance Registration Required
Childcare, homework assistance (up to Grade 5) and pizza will be provided!
R.S.V.P. by Friday, January 7th
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19 January, 2011
BSFCN GENERAL MEETING
From : 7:00 PM To : 9:00 PM
Faulkner Ridge Center 10598 Marble Faun Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
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The Black Student Family and CommUnity Network, (BSFCN)
presents
The 1st Annual Men's Only Blitz on Student Achievement
When: Tuesday, January 25, 2011
6:30 - 7:00pm ~Tailgating and networking (food provided)
7:00 - 9:00pm ~ Game time
Where: The Faulkner Ridge Center
10598 Marble Faun Lane
Columbia MD 21044
Please RSVP by January 19th by calling Myra Jackson BSFCN President at 410 540-9242 or
Angela Alston BSFCN Vice President at 410 788-2046
or email myra.s.jackson@gmail.com
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Howard County NAACP Youth Council
Reading it Forward Program
Join members of the Howard County NAACP Youth Council
in implementing a new literacy program
Volunteer one hour each week to read to students. Individuals of all ages are welcome. For high school students, this project will qualify for service learning credit/hours for graduation and for contniued membership in the National Honor Scociety.
Volunteers positions are available for one hour time slot
from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Monday through Thursday at the following
Community Based Learnnig Centers (CBLCs) in Howard County:
CBLC at Guilford Gardens
The Community Room at Guilford Gardens
CBLC at Stevens Forest Apartments
The Community Room at Stevens Forest
CBLC at Swansfield Elementary
Swansfiled Elementary School
Please volunteer!
Contact Dr. Rhonda Jones at (410) 340-1318 or
rjones@readingitforward.org
Reading it Forward: Readnig for Life
RJones@ReadingItForward.org
FEBRUARY 2011
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Of
Howard County Public Schools
Invites You to A
Parent Information Night:
UNDERSTANDING BULLYING BEHAVIOR
When: Wednesday, February 2, 2011
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Howard High School
8700 Old Annapolis Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Keynote Speaker:
Rosanne Wilson, Specialist for Positive Behavior Supports
HCPSS Student Services
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Department of Student, Family and Community Services
Black Student Achievement Program Saturday Math Academy
Spring Session 2011 On-Site Registration
Registration Fee: $35
Registration fee is non-refundable.
Registration is continuous until capacity is reached.
What: The BSAP-Saturday Math Academy offers
mentoring and tutoring in mathematics on Saturday
mornings by HCPSS certified teachers.
Who: Students in grades 4 – 12
Where: Oakland Mills High School Cafeteria
9410 Kilimanjaro Road, Columbia, MD 21045
When: On Site Registration 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Saturday February 12, 2011
Spring Session II Dates
March 5, 12, 19, 26
April 2, 9
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The Mount Hebron High School
African American Awareness Association (Quad-A)
and the Parents of African American Students (PAAS)
Present
Generations
A Celebration of African American Heritage
in music, dance, and spoken word
When: Thursday, February 24, 2011
Doors Open at 6:30 P.M. for Vendor Village
Show begins at 7:00 P.M.
Where: Mt. Hebron High School Auditorium
9940 Route 99, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Suggested donation: $5 Students and $7 Adults
All Proceeds Benefit the PAAS Scholarship Fund www.mthpaas.wordpress.com
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Come speak your truth in this youth-led, uncensored environment!
Saturday, February 26th 2011
9am - 1pm
IDENTIFY * VOICE * POWER * IMAGINATION
-Topics-
What's on your mind?
High School? College? Relationships? Integrity? Race? Social media? Bullying?
Guest Speakers:
Sharon Harris, Founder of Teen Straight Talk, Inc.
Mr. Craig Thompson, Esq.
Mr. Larry Walker
Share your story, Lean about the issues, and get connected be heard!
Featuring specials guest speakers, youth performers, and you!
MARCH 2011
Columbia Association,
The Council of Elders of the Black Community of Howard County
and The African Art Museum of Maryland
Present
AFRICA
EAST MEETS WEST
You are invited to enjoy the culture of Africa
during an afternoon of educational displays,
music, dance and African fashions.
Light refreshments will be provided
CultureCafé
Columbia Association's International and Multicultural Program
FREE EVENT!
Sunday MARCH 6
2-6pm The Hawthorn Center
6175 Sunny Spring Columbia, MD 21044
AFRICAN CRAFT FAIR
Vendors will showcase African Arts and Crafts.
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BSFCN GENERAL MEETING
From : 7:00 PM To : 9:00 PM
Faulkner Ridge Center 10598 Marble Faun Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
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Black Student, Family and CommUNITY Network, Inc. (BSFCN)
in partnership with
The Howard County Public School System’s (HCPSS)
Black Student Achievement Program
Family and Community Outreach Program
Dangers & Pitfalls of Social Networking
What you don't Know you don't Know!!!!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
The Faulkner Ridge Center
10598 Marble Faun Court
Columbia, Maryland 21044
This is the former Faulkner Ridge Elementary School across from KFC on Twin Rivers Rd. near Wilde Lake High School.
Please join us and learn:
What parents can do to monitor social networking
Learn what sites are available and how site blocking works.
How social networking impacts college admission
21% of colleges used social-networking sites for recruiting prospects and gathering information about applicants. What information will be viewed about your children?
Why parents need to know about social networking pitfalls
No information is truly private in the online world, what students post can compromise their safety, expose their identity and destroy your privacy.
We encourage you to bring your middle and high school age students!!!
Let's commit to the Safety and the Awareness of our community!
APRIL 2011
Presents
COLLEGE FAIR
Monday, April 11, 2011
6:30pm to 8:30pm
(109 Schools will be represented!!)
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MAY 2011
Columbia, MD Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
and
College Park/Sandy Spring, MD Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Present
The 2011 Teen Summit
Saturday, May 7, 2011
8:30am - 4:00pm
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
11100 Johns Hopkins Road
Laurel, MD
Topics of Discussion:
Internet Safety * Parent/Child Relationships * Financial Planning For College * Conflict Resolution * Leadership
This Summit is targeted to African American youth between 14-18 or in 9th – 12th grade. Parents are encouraged to attend with their child. Separate parent workshops will be held. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please RSVP via e-mail by May 1, 2011 to: embodi@colmddst.org
Special Guests include: Guy Lambert (WPGC), Dr. Dwayne Buckingham (Author), Dr. Kimberly Turner (Johns Hopkins Community Physicians), Howard County Police Department, Howard County Gang Unit, Elected Government Officials
Columbia, MD Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Melinda M. Pope, President
Kappa Alpha Psi College Park/Sandy Spring Chapter Fraternity, Inc.
Duane Graves, Polemarch
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JUNE 2011
BSFCN ANNUAL MEETING
From : 7:00 AM To : 9:00 AM
Faulkner Ridge Center 10598 Marble Faun Lane
Columbia, MD 21044
JULY 2011
THE SALVATION ARMY
Doing The Most Good TM
Camp Tomahawk
July 25 - 30
The Salvation Army wants to help send your son or daughter to
Summer Camp for a week. The cost is $25 per child and we pay the rest.
Applications are due back by June 1st.
Hurry. . . . SPACE IS LIMITED!!!!
The Salvation Army
Howard County Service Center
9017 Red Branch Road
Columbia, Maryland 21045
Office - 443-656-3376
Applications must be picked up at the Salvation Army between the hours of 8:30AM - 4:30PM (office is closed for lunch from 12:00-1:00)
AUGUST 2010
RSVP YOUR SEAT TODAY!
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2011
FD TOURS
Educational College Tours
-- PRESENTS --
SUMMER SIZZLE COLLEGE TOURS
University of Maryland & Bowie State University
BONUS Six Flags America Only $110
Tour Includes:
Roundtrip Transportation, Breakfast, Snacks, & Park Admission
Register Online at: FDTours.com
Additional information: 410 262 6482 or fd@fdTours.com
Tour Schedule:
9am – Depart from Howard High School
University of Maryland Tour
Bowie University Tour
Six Flags America
9pm- Return to Howard High School
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