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St. Mary's Gives Students Day Off for Inauguration
St. Mary's County has joined a number of other Maryland school districts in canceling classes Jan. 20 so students can attend the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama in Washington.
During the county Board of Education meeting Tuesday, Superintendent Michael J. Martirano proposed moving a staff professional development day from Jan. 16 to Jan. 20. The board approved the recommendation, meaning students will attend school Jan. 16 and be off Jan. 20.
The Charles County Board of Education made a similar change last week, moving a semester break day off from Jan. 23 to Jan. 20. Students will not have class, and staff members will be allowed to take leave on Inauguration Day.
Calvert County public schools plan to have classes Inauguration Day.
'Farms for the Holidays' Guide Is Available
The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission has released its "Farms for the Holidays" guide.
The guide is a directory of farms offering locally grown or produced items and seasonal activities. It features information about buying greenery, handmade centerpieces, wine, poultry, seafood and winter produce. Other products include homemade jams, jellies, honey, soaps, and blankets made from sheep or alpaca wool.
The guide also provides information about cutting Christmas trees at local farms, candlelight caroling, nature walks through Christmas tree farms and a fantasy trip to the North Pole.
The guide can be downloaded at http:/
State Web Site Offers Help In Tight Economic Times
A Maryland Web page that provides access to state and federal resources during difficult economic times is available at http:/
Marylanders can find information about heating and energy assistance, employment assistance and information for senior and disabled residents.
The site also provides a link to an assistance eligibility calculator, which helps residents determine which services they might qualify for, such as food stamps, temporary cash benefits, medical help and assistance with utilities.
Safety-Message Signs Hit Highways in S.Md.
The Maryland State Highway Administration and the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland have begun a highway safety messaging campaign in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's counties.
