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Howard County Public Libraries offers a number of great homework support options, including live virtual tutoring in all subject areas through “Brain Fuse.”

Tutors available for drop-in help 2-11:30pm, 7 days a week!

For the virtual assistance, students will need their library login info. If you need help figuring that out, check out these step-by-step instructions . 

Other assistance options are also available through the HoCo Libraries, and all of those things are listed on this page . 

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Quarter 3 is ending (March 31st), but there is still time for students to improve their grades!  Students can use this grade calculator  to determine what grade they must earn in the remaining quarters to achieve their desired final grade.  Additionally, students can use the Calculating Final Grades document published by HCPSS to understand the grading policy.

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Reservoir High School offers free after-school tutoring in several subjects, including Algebra 1, Geometry, English, Social Studies, Earth/Space Science, Biology, Advanced Physical Science, and Spanish.  Students will have the opportunity to receive homework help and extra instruction from RHS Teachers. Although students do not need to attend every day, tutoring will take place from 2:15-3:30PM in the Cafeteria, Tuesday-Thursday.  If interested, please reach out to your School Counselor.  If you have any questions about this program, please get in touch with Mr. Adamko ( [email protected] ).

Math National Honor Society Tutoring

If you're struggling with a concept or topic in your Math class, join us in Ms. Flynn's room (Room 324) for free Math tutoring, Monday-Thursday, from 2:15-3PM.

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After-school Science tutoring in Room 311, Monday-Thursday from 2:15-3PM.

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Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside the classroom.

Howard County Public Library LIVE Homework Help

Howard County Public Library offers free virtual tutoring from 2-11:55 PM.  Students visit the site and are linked with a tutor for almost any subject!

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In an information age, it is increasingly important to teach students the skills necessary to locate, use, synthesize, apply, evaluate and share information. These skills are in a PreK- 12 continuum as students gain increasing expertise through their school years. These information literacy skills are essential for student progress throughout the schooling process and are a vital component of lifelong learning.

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The mission of the Howard County School Library Media Program is to provide opportunities for students and staff to become effective users of ideas and information.

Learning and teaching, information access, and program administration are the essential elements of school library media programs. These elements suggest the roles that the library media specialist plays in supporting student learning. The functions and services necessary to the learning and teaching and the information access roles will promote that learning directly; program administration activities offer underlying organization support to the program.

The goal areas and objectives for library media specialists are derived from Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning (American Library Association, 1998). Library media specialists and administrators are referred to this document for additional information and lists of resources.

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All library items that were due prior August 28, 2021 should now be returned to the HCC Library - HCC has returned to on-campus instruction. Fines will be waived for items that were due during the campus closure.

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Association of Community Services The Association of Community Services (ACS) is a dynamic network of 100+ Howard County member organizations and individuals serving more than 100,000 Howard County families and individuals. www.acshoco.org/ACS-is-the-how-in-Howard-County

Food on the 15th  Help collect non-perishable food items and toiletries for senior citizens in Howard County. www.foodonthe15th.org  

Free Bikes 4 Kidz Maryland Inc. Free Bikes 4 Kidz is an organization geared toward helping kids ride into a happier, healthier childhood by providing bikes (and helmets!) to those most in need. For more information, visit fb4kmaryland.org or contact Ted Cochran at [email protected].

HC DrugFree's Teen Advisory Council The Teen Advisory Council is composed of Howard County high school students (public, private and home school) who meet monthly during the school year to discuss teen use of alcohol and other drugs, and to develop educational messages that promote HC DrugFree's vision of a county where teens are drug-free by choice. Unless otherwise announced, meetings are held at The Barn at The Oakland Mills Village Center from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Refreshments provided. For more information, please contact Joan Webb Scornaienchi at 443-325-0040 or e-mail [email protected] .

Howard County Food Bank The Howard County Food Bank provides food to Howard County residents in need. CAC also sponsors fourteen (14) emergency food pantries that support families in need of emergency food assistance. https://www.cac-hc.org/programs-services/food-assistance/

Howard County Government County Council Members are looking for interns and volunteers and you can contact your councilmember directly or email them all at [email protected]. Contact Cindy Drummond for more information and tips on how to apply.

Howard County Library  Howard County Library System (HCLS) welcomes students who want to volunteer. Teen volunteers develop new skills and gain practical experience as well as learn about the HCLS educational mission and vision. We are looking for students who are mature, dependable, polite, and love HCLS. Service Learning Hours may be available for students who volunteer. Students are responsible for checking with their school to verify that their hours will qualify. For more information, contact Kathleen Plitt at [email protected] or visit https://hclibrary.org/support-us/welcome-volunteers/student-volunteer-page/.

Howard County NAACP Youth Council For more than 25 years, the Howard County NAACP Youth Council has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the hungry, needy and politically under-represented members of our community. You can contribute to the future of someone in need through donations of money, food, or time. Learn more at http://www.howardcountynaacpyouthcouncil.org/ or by contacting Anthony Butler.

Howard County Recreation and Parks Student Tutors and Homework Helpers are needed at the Roger Carter Community Center Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays 4:30-6:00. Volunteers will sign up for 4-6 week “shifts”. Responsibilities include assisting elementary school students with homework and serving as a positive role model. Sign up online or contact Jennene Blakely , Program Coordinator, 410-313-1693.

HCPSS Policy Review Commitees Contact Cindy Drummond for information.

Inspire Young Voters : Seeks student volunteers to participate in our in-school voter registration and "get out the vote" campaigns, starting second semester. They are especially in need of students to write, act in, and produce informational and motivational videos for use in schools, on Howard GTV, and online platforms. Contact Laura Mettle for more information.

Maryland Association of Student Councils The mission of MASC is to foster a statewide environment for all secondary school students to express and exchange opinions and ideas, develop leadership skills, and promote student representation and involvement in all groups and organizations impacting the lives of students. To see that this is done efficiently and effectively, the Maryland Association of Student Councils hosts several events throughout the school year. https://mdstudentcouncils.org/

Maryland Leadership Workshops Through peer-led facilitation, MLW inspires middle and high school students in Maryland to be engaged and involved and empower them with the skills and confidence to make a difference in their schools and communities. http://mlw.org/ Maryland Youth Advisory Council As a coalition of diverse young advocates and leaders from across the State, the Maryland Youth Advisory Council addresses relevant issues by influencing legislation, spreading public awareness and serving as a liaison between youth and policymakers. For more information, contact Christina Drushel Williams at [email protected] or 410.697.9242, or visit http://goc.maryland.gov/myac/ .

Special Olympics Howard County Volunteers must be at least 14 years old or a freshman in high school. To apply for a volunteer position, visit www.somdhc.org and complete a Volunteer Application. You must also complete an online Protective Behaviors Course, which can be found on the Volunteer page, and attend a Volunteer Orientation class. Pre-registration for the latter class is required by sending an email to Janet Larrimore, at [email protected] .

Volunteer Center of Howard County   Click “Find An Opportunity' to view the current volunteer opportunities . Winter Growth The Winter Growth is a care center for senior citizens and is looking for musicians and singers to perform for their day residents. https://www.volunteerhoward.org/opportunity/a0C1N00000ad3xtUAA Youth in Conversation Join county-wide student dialogues to build community and common identities. Meeting are the second and fourth Monday of every month from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Oliver’s Carriage House, 5410 Leaf Treader Way, Columbia, MD 21044 (also known as Kittamaqundi Community Church). A free dinner will be provided. Send sign-up form (and questions) to Rebecca Dietz at 443 326-3816.  

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Live Homework Help and Ask Us Now from Howard County Library

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Live Homework Help and Ask Us Now from Howard County Library. There are two online homework help services available at Howard County Library. Live Homework Help provides access to a tutor for an in-depth, open ended discussion about a school subject or homework assignment

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There are two online homework help services available at Howard County Library Live Homework Help provides access to a tutor for an in-depth, open ended discussion about a school subject or homework assignment Ask Us Now connects you with a Reference Librarian who can answer a specific question that has a definite answer.

Live Homework Help is an online virtual classroom for students in grades 4 and above Tutors can help with math, science, social studies and English Spanish-speaking tutors are also available for math and science help. The service is available in both English and Spanish from 2:00pm - 12:00am daily

To access Live Homework Help, select “Students and Teachers” in the tab menu of Howard County Library's Website: http://www.hclibrary.org/

Select “Homework Help” from the menu on the left.

Select “Live Homework Help” to connect with an online tutor.

Select your grade level, language and subject, and connect with a tutor

You may have to wait a moment or two while a Tutor is assigned and a connection is made

Chat with your tutor in the top left of the screen. Content will be delivered to you using the virtual classroom

The “Live Homework Help” tab lets you know you’re connected

Under the “file sharing” tab you can upload a draft of a paper or other document for your tutor to review.

The “web browser” tab allows you to share websites with your online tutor. You can co-browse to the same sites.

The “whiteboard” allows your tutor to draw diagrams, equations and other information to share with you. Your tutor can also see what you draw or write.

Live Homework Help is the service to choose if you need help understanding a subject or topic. If you need help answering a specific question, use Ask Us Now

To access Ask Us Now, go back to “Homework Help” in the “Students and Teachers” tab and select Ask Us Now.

Begin by entering your details and your question on the right side of the screen

The Ask Us Now Librarian will chat with you on the right of the screen, and show you relevant websites on the left. Site URL's appear in the chat transcript You can ask follow-up questions until you have all the information.

At the end of the session, enter your e-mail address to have the transcript (with URL's)‏ sent to your e-mail.

Remember, there are two online homework help services available at Howard County Library Live Homework Help provides access to a tutor for an in-depth, open ended discussion about a school subject or homework assignment Ask Us Now connects you with a Reference Librarian who can answer a specific question that has a definite answer. Both of these resources are really useful and will be a big help to you.

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Politics | Anne Arundel County Council repurposes education funds ahead of vote on fiscal 2025 budget

The charter high school, originally planned to open this fall in the former Nordstrom space at the Westfield Annapolis Mall, will delay its opening to fall 2025 after being unable to finalize a lease .

At Monday’s budget amendment meeting, the County Council voted 6-1 to repurpose roughly $3 million slated for the school, as well as a $130,000 reduction in the county’s self-insurance fund, to address needs in the county school system in the fiscal 2025 budget. The new fiscal year begins July 1.

More than $2.1 million will go toward pay increases for teachers who lose planning time when covering classes when the teacher is absent, which has happened more frequently since the pandemic, said Matt Stanski, chief financial officer for the school system.

Finding substitute teachers has proved difficult in recent years.

The remaining funds will be used to restore eight full-time teaching positions for elementary schools with class sizes that exceed 30 students, support pre-K private provider programs, and implement virtual tutoring and homework help programs after school.

Of the 60 proposed amendments to the county’s $2.3 billion budget , most were adopted by the council. Amendments introduced by the council’s three Republican members, however, failed to pass. Those included requests to reduce a one-time $900,000 contribution to the public campaign financing fund and $2.6 million in contributions to the county’s rainy-day fund.

Nathan Volke, a Pasadena Republican, said he’s been a proponent of maximizing the money that goes into the rainy-day fund, but he argued that with this year’s budget, raising taxes and depositing money into that fund don’t necessarily equate.

Under the fiscal 2025 budget , the income tax rate would rise from 2.81% to 2.94% on any income between $50,000 and $400,000 for single residents and between $75,000 and $480,000 for joint filers. Taxes on the first $50,000 of income for single filers and $75,000 for joint filers would remain at the 2.7% rate. The tax rate on income beyond $400,000 for a single person and $480,000 for a couple would remain at 3.2%

“Based on the other cuts that we are proposing, ultimately there would be sufficient funds, that if this council were to cut some other things, we could take the recurring money and not have to increase the income tax rate the way that we are proposing to do it in this budget as of now,” he said Monday.

Chris Trumbauer, the county’s budget officer, emphasized the county’s long-standing policy of maximizing contributions to the fund.

“I’m not going to tell you that the county would fall apart if we didn’t contribute $2.6 million,” he said, “but what I am going to tell you is I don’t know what I would say to the rating agencies next spring when we go through that process and they ask why, for the first time in how many years, did the county decide not to follow their policy of maximizing the funding?”

County Executive Steuart Pittman’s office made several additions to the budget Tuesday, including a one-time grant for a Maryland Hall program for art students, funding for a new library position and a contractual cost increase for mass notifications for the county’s Office of Emergency Management, among others.

Though funding for New Village Academy was redistributed, Pittman and the County Council are also hoping to give the school a one-time grant of $500,000 to invest in the facility.

The County Council will vote on these changes on Friday, the same day it votes on the final budget.

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