Stephanie Barber-Wehrman
Principal
Email: stephanie_barber-wehrman@hcpss.org
Phone: 410-880-5930
I am a proud wife and mother of three young children, all under the age of seven. My family and I live in Howard County, where we enjoy spending time outdoors together. A native of Anne Arundel County, I attended Towson University, earning a dual degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. After several years of teaching fourth grade, I pursued my Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Administration from McDaniel College.
Throughout my career, I have taught Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade, before transitioning into teacher support and student intervention role, and ultimately school leadership. I served as principal of a Title I Community School in Prince George’s County for seven years and recently completed my second year as a principal in Howard County Public Schools.
My goal as a school leader is to cultivate a healthy, safe, and supportive environment where staff feel valued and students’ needs are met, all while maintaining high expectations for teaching and learning.
Howard Carter
Assistant Principal
Email: howard_carter@hcpss.org
I am so happy to return to Guilford! From 2012 to 2017, I had the honor of serving as a 5th-grade teacher. From 2017 to 2024, I served as assistant principal at Swansfield Elementary. I was ecstatic when I learned that I would return home. Some of my strengths include building relationships with students, staff, and families. You can expect me to work my hardest to support our students and ensure they are safe and receive a quality education. If you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.
School Overview
The Mission of Guilford Elementary School is to ensure excellence in teaching and learning in a safe, welcoming school environment, which will allow each student to develop and embrace the opportunities afforded to them so that they will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
Our Vision at Guilford Elementary School is to maintain a collaborative learning community reflective of the partnership we share between the students, parents and our dedicated staff. Through this partnership, we continually strive to ensure the academic success of all students by encouraging their academic, physical, emotional, and social development so as to direct their paths toward college and career readiness.
School Hours: Arrival 9:10 - 9:25am Dismissal 4:00 - 4:05pm
School Colors: Blue and Yellow
School Mascot: Tiger
School Motto: Always Be Kind
Guilford Students ROAR with Success!
R - Respect
O - Ownership of Actions
A - Positive Attitudes
R - Responsibility
S - Shows Empathy
Maryland Green School Portfolio:
On April 22, 2022, Guilford Elementary School received their 2nd recertification to recertify as a Green School with MAEOE (Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education). This was the result of a collaborative effort between families, students, staff, and our wonderful community. We are very proud of our contributions to the environment and are always looking for new and innovative ways to GO GREEN.
To view our Green School's 2nd Re-certification application click on the following link: https://sites.google.com/hcpss.me/ges-green-school-2nd-recert/home
To view Global Guilford (a website for green tips and resources created by the GES Green Team) https://sites.google.com/hcpss.org/globalguilford/home
May 2022, 2nd Green Flag (National/International Award)
Guilford Elementary School Awarded NWF Eco-Schools USA Green Flag for Exceptional Achievement in Educating for Sustainability
Honor indicates commitment to sustainable management of school grounds, facilities, and curriculum.
Guilford Elementary School was recognized by National Wildlife Federation’s Eco-Schools USA program for exceptional achievement in educating for sustainability, improving the environmental footprint of the school grounds, facility, and curriculum. It is the 8th school so honored in Maryland, and the 128th school in the USA to receive the prestigious Green Flag, the Eco-Schools highest honor.
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Cluster 6 Board of Education Representative
Howard County public schools are divided into school clusters, which are assigned to individual Board members to facilitate school visitations, attend special events, and provide a point of contact for each school community. View all BOE school cluster assignments.
Guilford Elementary School BOE Representative: Jacky McCoy