Rebuilding Together Howard County Partnership Supports Student and Family Well-Being

November 19th, 2014

Rebuilding Together Howard County is partnering with the Howard County Public School System to increase awareness of home repair services available to homeowners with limited incomes. The partnership will be formalized with an official signing Wednesday, November 19 at the Sheraton Columbia Waterside Restaurant, 10207 Wincopin Circle.

Under the terms of the partnership agreement, Rebuilding Together will collaborate with the HCPSS Pupil Personnel Services and Academic Access and Achievement program offices to provide information to families who may be eligible for home repairs. Rebuilding Together representatives will also participate in various school events including Junior Interviews and Simulated Congressional Hearings. In line with Vision 2018, this partnership enhances services that support the well-being of students and families.

Howard County Board of Education Chairman Ellen Flynn Giles, Board Member Sandra French, HCPSS Chief of Staff Susan Mascaro, Pupil Support Services Coordinator Restia Whitaker and Elementary Black Student Achievement Program Specialist Patricia Branner-Pierce will join Rebuilding Together Howard County Board President Guy Silas and Executive Director Ann Heavner to sign the formal partnership agreement at the November 19 event.

Rebuilding Together Howard County was formed in 1992 to mobilize volunteers and provide free home repairs to low-income families in Howard County. The non-profit organization is committed to improving the lives of the elderly, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and families with children; all homeowners in Howard County who have worked hard, but can no longer afford to keep up with repairs.

The Howard County Public School System’s Partnerships Office unites businesses and community organizations with schools to enhance the educational experience. Partnerships benefit schools, businesses, and the entire community by leveraging the resources of all participants. Partners may commit human or financial resources or other support.

For more information, contact Partnerships Office Manager Mary Schiller at 410-313-6655 or mary_schiller@hcpss.org.