Nine speakers pressed the board on Outdoor School, transparency and spending at the July 15 meeting, which also featured early-learning data and a rundown of the district's 250th-anniversary lessons

The board goes into closed session at 2 p.m. to seek its attorney's advice; the public meeting follows at 4 p.m.

Misti Kelly, who retired in June after 13 years tied to the Outdoor School program, disputes the board's account of overnight staffing and the safety incidents it cited

Other organizations are sleeping overnight at Hashawha, the board has information it won't share, and CCPS hasn't explained why the board's vote moved so fast

Three established programs have overnight stays this summer at the same facility that Carroll County Public Schools' Outdoor School uses

Hinkhaus, Maisano, and Walsh point to the lack of transparency and opportunity for more public input before the Board's 5-0 vote

Carroll County Board of Education describes a nighttime security breach at Hashawa in more detail and defends its decision

Board points to liability exposure and security vulnerabilities before unanimous vote; parents say the public deserved more notice and transparency

Shows in March, April, and May offer a wide range of options

Winner will compete for Maryland Teacher of the Year

Multiple students place in the top 10 at the state-level

Resources can be reviewed online or in-person by appointment

Board members, parents, and staff discuss funding issues