School Start &

Dismissal Times

Phase I--Task Force: February 2014-December 2014
Phase II--New Work: January 2015-December 2015
Phase III--Community Involvement: January 2016-February 2016
Phase IV--Board Requested Options: March 2016-Present

Howard County, MD: 2014

In the fall of 2013, the Howard County Superintendent requested the formation of a work group to examine research, school bell schedules, and an initial survey of the impact on transportation, student activities/athletics, and family/community needs. From September 2013 to January 2014, the group gathered, reviewed, and analyzed information relevant to the high school start time. Their preliminary report (linked below), presented in February 2014, highlights the need for further study, input, and analysis.