Howard Berliner

Baltimore County Schools

Public Schools

Residents of Baltimore County attend schools within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) district. The “Blueprint for Progress” lays out the policy of quality standards set by this progressive educational system, and is closely adhered to. It is the common vision of all schools within this system that students will obtain the knowledge, skills and successful outlooks to become responsible citizens in our global society. Appreciation for cultural diversity is embraced and taught as a way of life within these schools. Fostering life-long learners in environments of safety and community, these schools take pride in every accomplishment of every student. The faculty and staff members of the schools within the BCPS system continually pursue professional development in order to offer the highest-quality education possible. Baltimore City Public Schools…“Focused on Quality; Committed to Excellence.” http://www.bcps.org/

Private Schools

Top-notch private schools abound in Baltimore County. For a complete listing of these schools with links to detailed information, and in many instances, links to the school websites, visit http://allprivateschools.org/private-schools-baltimore-md.html

Colleges

Community College of Baltimore County ~ Whether you are interested in obtaining an Associate’s Degree, pursuing a higher degree at a four-year university, enhancing your professional skills for immediate entry or re-entry into the workforce, or just taking an course for fun, Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) is the perfect college to help you reach your goal. CCBC offers more than 50 associate degree programs and 100 professional certificate programs at an affordable rate. Classes here are taught by highly accomplished faculty, not teaching assistants, and class sizes are small. These two factors ensure that each student gets the qualified, personalized attention necessary to help reach his or her fullest potential. Job placement services help complete the picture of CCBC graduates turning their well-rounded educations into successful, gainful careers. The Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development is the preferred training partner for more than 100 employers in the State of Maryland. It’s no wonder almost 65,000 people per year choose CCBC as their learning institution of choice! Come join the Community College of Baltimore County, for “Education from a 360 Degree Perspective” http://www.ccbcmd.edu/index.html

Towson University ~ Through its designation as a “green” college, demonstrating “an exemplary commitment to sustainability,” Towson University (TU) sets an example of social responsibility to its students and the community at large. Its teaching of important morals does not stop there. TU was placed on the “Good Neighbor Honor Roll” in 2009, touting its civic partnerships. Relationships with community organizations and the general population support TU’s goal of creating responsible citizens not only in the local community but in the global community as well. A wide array of undergraduate and graduate degrees is offered here in many different areas of study. These include the College of Business and Economics, the College of Education, the Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Fine Arts and Communication, the College of Liberal Arts, the College of Health Professions, and the Honors College. TU’s welcoming and diverse campus awaits students who have set their sites on true accomplishments academically, civically, and socially. Come join Towson University...start “Thinking Outside.” http://www.towson.edu/