Two Commissioners Host Education Forums, Seek Community Input

Carroll County Commissioners Haven Shoemaker and Doug Howard will be meeting with the Parent Teacher Associations representing the schools in their districts and any other citizens interested in discussing issues facing the Carroll County Public Schools on Monday, Sept. 24. 

"At this critical time, on this most important topic, we want as much input from the community about their ideas, desires and concerns about education," Howard said in a statement.

The commissioners are seeking input and information from the community including PTAs, parents and teachers and school personnel on topics to include the budget, the facilities study currently being conducted and the common core curriculum changes.

According to a county news release, the school Superintendent and the Board of Education are aware of these meetings and have graciously provided the commissioners with important information on these matters.

• Commissioner Shoemaker’s meeting will be held on Monday, September 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the North Carroll Senior Center located, 2328 Hanover Pike in Hampstead.

• Commissioner Howard’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Carroll Senior Center, 5928 Mineral Hill Road in Eldersburg.