Howard County Implements New School Start and End Times Effective Wednesday

Howard County in Maryland is adjusting school start and end times in an effort to address busing issues that have caused delays and disruptions for students and families. A town hall meeting is being held to allow community members to voice their concerns and propose solutions. The changes come after the district and its transportation contractor suspended 20 bus routes during the first week of school, leading to ongoing disputes about responsibility. School district officials are adjusting start times by 10 minutes or less, but some board members have expressed disappointment, stating that the adjustments may not effectively address the underlying problems.