Two New Partnerships Promote Oral Health and Career Readiness

January 15th, 2015

The Howard County Public School System has partnered with the Howard County Dental Association and the Howard County Dental Hygienists’ Association to promote students’ good oral health practices. The partnerships will be formalized with an official partnership signing Thursday, January 15 during the Howard County Dental Association meeting at the Sheraton Columbia Town Center Hotel, 10207 Wincopin Circle.

Under the terms of the partnership agreement, the Howard County Dental Association will provide oral health care prevention and intervention presentations for students at participating schools, including instruction for students receiving special education services. Both organizations will also provide educational resources on the importance of preventative dental care, and will collaborate with HCPSS Academy of Health Professions staff to offer internships to qualified students and present information about dental careers.

In line with Vision 2018, these partnerships support student well-being and preparation for specialized careers.

HCPSS Partnerships Manager Mary Schiller will join Howard County Dental Association President Dr. Jonathan Lang, Past President Dr. David Halpern, President Elect Dr. Zaneta Hamlin, Community Outreach Chair Dr. Craig Schneider and Howard County Dental Hygienists’ Association representatives to sign the formal partnership agreement at the January 15 event.

The Howard County Dental Association encourages the improvement of the health of the public, promotes the art and science of dentistry and represents the interests of the profession and public.

The Howard County Dental Hygienists’ Association, a local component of the Maryland Dental Hygienists’ Association which is a constituent of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, represents registered dental hygienists who live or practice in Howard County.

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.