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High Road School of Harford County

Designed to nurture your student’s academic, social, and behavioral growth, High Road School of Harford County provides individualized instruction in smaller, structured classrooms. Our private day school goes beyond what typical classrooms provide, offering an evidence-based approach including a comprehensive range of specialized services and a team of highly-trained educators to help students—and their families—shine.

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School Info

Address

838 Old Philadelphia Road
Aberdeen, MD 21001

Hours
Mon – Fri 9:30 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.

Grades
2-12, Adult Prep Program

Phone
1-410-272-1123

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High Road School of Harford County is where students with academic, emotional, and behavioral needs uncover their potential through individualized learning that goes beyond what most classrooms can offer. In our private day schools, we meet each student where they are.

Smaller class sizes and high-quality, student-centered instruction allow our teachers, therapists, and staff to build strong connections with each student in nurturing, respectful, structured, and positive learning environments. Drawing from a comprehensive range of specialized services, High Road School educators implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to help each student shine—at school, at home, and in the community.

Our students benefit from SESI’s Integrated Multi-Tiered Systems of Support that:

  • Individually support each student’s academic, behavioral, and emotional needs
  • Prevent barriers to learning in our classroom environments
  • Connect our team with students, staff, families and district partners to ensure the growth of essential skills outside of the classroom setting

Through evidence-based, data-driven instruction that is aligned with your student’s strengths and IEP goals, we meet your student where they are. In other words, we do not tier your student, we tier our supports to uniquely meet your student’s needs.

Strong relationships with our students, families, and school district partners are our highest priority. Together, we shine a bright light on the possibility and untapped potential of every High Road School student.

Related services offered at this school include speech-language therapy, transition and life skills program, sensory rooms, social work services, and occupational therapy programs tailored to student needs.

Discover What Sets High Road School of Harford County Apart

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Our Learning Pathways

  • Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with strong academic potential and behavioral or emotional challenges
    • Learners impacted by trauma, adversity, or unstable home environments
    • Students navigating school avoidance, anxiety, or juvenile justice involvement
    • Those needing support with regulation, peer relationships, and trust-building
    Spark Student Profiles
  • Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with learning disabilities, autism, or communication delays
    • Learners preparing for adulthood with support needs in academics and life skills
    • Students who benefit from structured routines, repetition, and visuals
    Spring Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    No matter where a student’s unique learning journey leads, SESI helps prepare them for the next step—whether that’s graduation, vocational school, or job training.

  • Individualized Student Support

    Individualized Student Support

    We are passionate about fostering all facets of growth—academic, behavioral, and emotional—ensuring students are nurtured as a whole person and develop the skills they need to achieve rewarding futures.

  • Successful Transitions

    Successful Transitions

    Whether students are transitioning to a less restrictive environment, progressing toward graduation, or earning a certificate of completion, we help ensure they receive the individualized guidance and support they need to reach their full potential.

Meet Our Team

With deep experience and dedication to helping all students discover their full potential, our leaders provide an unwavering commitment to supporting our teachers, therapists, and other staff while fostering relationships with families and district partners.

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  • Anthony has a bachelor’s in sociology from Towson University and a master’s in leadership and teaching from Notre Dame of Maryland. He also has an advanced professional license in special education in the state of Maryland.

    Originally from Baltimore, and a graduate of Calvert Hall College High School, Anthony began his career in 2013 at New Hope Academy as a teaching assistant. In 2014, he joined the High Road School of Harford County, where he was a special education teacher and head teacher. From there, Anthony served as a program director at the High Road School at Ferguson in Philadelphia, and then as a program director at High Road School of Baltimore from 2020-2024.

    Anthony is thrilled for the opportunity to support students in his home county, and is passionate about working with students who have had challenges in other school settings to develop plans that help them realize their potential.

  • Cortnee is a dedicated and experienced educator with a strong passion for supporting students in their academic and personal growth. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Bachelor of Arts in History, and is certified in a range of areas, including generic special education, health, and history.

    She began her career at the High Road School of Harford County in 2018 as a teacher assistant. She transferred to High Road School of Baltimore County two years later, where she quickly advanced to the role of head teacher. In 2023, Cortnee was promoted to associate director at the High Road School of Anne Arundel County, and in 2024, she had the opportunity to return to Harford County as both the associate director and education director.

    Cortnee firmly believes that every child has the ability to succeed, and she is passionate about supporting students in reaching their goals and making the most of their educational experience.

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • I like the program because it has given my child the confidence to complete his schoolwork. High Road School of Harford County has met his social, emotional, and academic needs so that he feels successful and supported throughout the school day. The school provides a calming atmosphere where my child feels safe.

    Jacqueline C.
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FAQ’s

  • SESI schools serve students with a wide range of special education needs, including emotional, behavioral, developmental, and learning challenges. We support students who need a more structured, individualized educational environment to succeed. Our schools are designed to help K–12 students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) reach their academic, social, and emotional goals through personalized instruction, positive behavior supports, and a safe, supportive setting.

  • Parents can expect a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where their child’s individual needs are understood and addressed. SESI schools partner closely with families and school districts to provide customized academic instruction, behavior support, and related services. Regular communication, goal setting, and progress monitoring ensure that families stay informed and engaged in their child’s success.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

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