The Board of Education of Howard County will hold public hearings on proposed changes to Policy 3413, Weapons; and Policy 5112, Pupil Transportation -- Student Conduct. The hearings will be held during the 7: 30 p.m. session of the board's meeting Aug. 26 in the Board Room at the Department of Education, 10910 Route 108, Ellicott City.

Individuals who wish to present testimony should limit their presentation to three minutes and provide 15 written copies of their testimony at the time of the hearing.

To sign up to testify, call 410-313-7197.

Information: 410-313-6682.