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Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, March 2014. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Zachary T. Hands, Executive Director (410) 767-0467; e-mail:
zachary.hands1@maryland.gov
e-mail: stateboard.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/stateboard/Pages/default.aspx
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Joshua L. Michael, Ph.D., President (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2026
Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D., Vice-President (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2027
Susan J. Getty, Ed.D., 2024; Chuen-Chin Bianca Chang, 2025; Joan A. Mele-McCarthy, D.A., 2025; Xiomara V. Medina, 2025; Clarence C. Crawford, 2026; Rachel L. McCusker, 2026; Nicholas Greer, 2027; Irma E. Johnson, Ph.D., 2027; Samir Joshua Paul, 2027; Kenneth S. Clash, 2028; Kimberly Ann Lewis, Ed.D., 2028.
Appointed by Governor to 1-year term: Abhiram Gaddam, student, 2025
Secretary-Treasurer (nonvoting): Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools
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EDUCATION POLICY COMMITTEE
Rachel L. McCusker, Chair
web: www.marylandpublicschools.org/stateboard/pages/policycommittee/index.aspx
EDUCATION TRANSFORMATION & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEES
Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D., Chair
web: www.marylandpublicschools.org/stateboard/pages/accountabilitycommittee/index.aspx
MENTAL HEALTH COMMITTEE
Staff: Deborah D. Nelson, Ph.D. (410) 767-0294; e-mail:
deborah.nelson@maryland.gov
STATE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
(R00A0101, formerly 36.01.01.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 123.10
Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools (appointed by State Board of Education to 4-year term), 2028
(410) 767-0464
e-mail:
carey.wright@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OS/wright.aspx
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Lisa Sparr, Executive Assistant to State Superintendent of Schools (410) 767-0464; e-mail:
lisa.sparr@maryland.gov
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STATE EARLY CHILDHOOD ADVISORY COUNCIL
Staff: Alberta D. Stokes (410) 767-0337; e-mail: alberta.stokes1@maryland.gov
web: http://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/councilsworkgroups/maryland-early-childhood-advisory-council-ecac
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)
Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Celester A. (Les) Hall; one vacancy. Terms expire 2018.
Maria del Rosario (Charo) Basterra; Loretta I. Hoepfner. Terms expire 2019.
Meredith C. Callanan; Brenda T. Hussey-Gardner, Ph.D.; Diana Ellen Mellott; Curtis W. Twilley; one vacancy. Terms expire 2020.
Children's mural, Anne Arundel County Animal Control Section, 411 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville, Maryland, July 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
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Valerie A. Ashton-Thomas; Elizabeth W. Hall; Robin Freese Mellen. Terms expire 2021.
Meena Gaafar; Yolanda M. Jenkins; Kim M. Lightfoot; Charlene M. Muhammad; Garrett J. O'Day, Esq. Terms expire 2022.
Rebecca L. Huber; James LeMon; Christina M. Lopez; Virginia R. McGraw; Rachel Fox Wright. Terms expire 2023.
Crystal M. Barksdale; Carole A. Williamson; one vacancy. Terms expire 2024.
Keri W. Hyde; Rachel B. London, Esq.; Carole E. Miller; Christina L. Peusch; Laura E. Weeldreyer. Terms expire 2025.
Appointed by Senate President: Nancy J. King
Appointed by House Speaker: Samuel I. Rosenberg
Ex officio: Diane D. Walker, designee of Secretary of Health; Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools; Carmel L. Martin, Special Secretary; Governor's Office for Children; Shayna Cook, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent for Early Childhood Development; Antoine Hickman, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent for Early Intervention & Special Education Services; vacancy, Director, Office of Child Care; Tresa F. Hanna, designee of Coordinator, Head-Start Collaboration.
EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA) STAKEHOLDER COMMITTEE
Staff: Mary L. Gable (410) 767-0473; e-mail: mary.gable@maryland.gov
Chair: Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools:
Cheryl A. Bost; Kenya Y. Campbell; Nona O. Carroll; Amanda S. Conn, Esq.; Latisha Corey; Adam B. Dubitsky; Stephanie Farmer; Sara C. Fidler; Mary L. Gable; Ellen F. Giles; Frances Hughes Glendening; Kelly L. Griffith; Donna M. Gunning; Chandra K. Haislet; Rachel H. Hise; Stephanie R. Iszard; Elizabeth M. Kameen; Heather K. Lageman; Maria E. Lamb; Elizabeth Ysla Leight; Debra J. Greenberg Lichter; Laura Motel; Kimberlyn S. Pratesi; Cecilia J. Roe; Erika S. Schissler; Madhu Sidhu; Andrew R. Smarick; Susan C. Spinnato; Douglas A. Strader, Ed.D.; Danielle M. Susskind; David A. Volrath; Elizabeth H. (Betty) Weller; Janet S. Wilson, Ph.D.; four vacancies.
SUPERINTENDENT'S FAMILY ENGAGEMENT COUNCIL
Staff: Barbara R. Scherr (410) 767-0291; e-mail: barbara.scherr@maryland.gov
Chair: Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 2-year terms: Matthew Crawford, Ph.D.; Lynn Cullins; Lauralyn Geiser; Kimberly Hall; Elizabeth Ysla Leight; Samuel Macer; Jeffrey R. Macris, Ph.D.; Tawnya McKee, Ph.D.; Wendy Panor; Daniela Perez-Bravo; Benita Rashaw, Ph.D.; Monica L. Rinker; Susan M. Shaffer; Bumsuk Won, J.D. Terms expire 2016.
FINE ARTS EDUCATION ADVISORY PANEL
MARYLAND STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR GIFTED & TALENTED EDUCATION
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 3-year terms:
Shontel Douglas; Erica Hartley; Jeanne Paynter, Ed.D. Terms expire 2023.
Allyse Algarin; Jethro Antione; Gina Byrd; Alexandra Clough; Carrie Crawford; Colleen Gill; Michelle Gluck; Robin Hawley-Brillante; Theresa Jackson; Sarah Jackson; Dennis Jutras; Bertha Knight; McKenna Lewis; Felicia Martin-Latief, Ed.D.; Sherry Miles; Olivia Pearson; Monica Rastegar; Tara Recor; Karla Serrano; Ann Taylor; Penny Zimring. Terms expire 2024.
Ashley Armstead; Karen Benson; Linda Brody, Ph.D.; Kristie Clark; Jessica Cotugno; Michele DiGiulian; Audra Dove; Tracy Harding; Sonia Matthew, Ed.D.; Carolyn Reid; Felicity Ross; Stephen Schroth, Ph.D.; Julie Skolnick; Mary Slade, Ph.D. Terms expire 2025.
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Cara D. Grant, Ed.D., Co-Chair (chosen by Advisory Council), 2023
Representing State Dept. of Education: Jason H. Semanoff
Representing Maryland Dept. of Health: Kristi G. Pier
Representing State Advisory Council on Health & Wellness: Jessica Kiel
Representing institutions of higher education: James P. Barry, Ph.D.
Representing local school systems: Rebecca Aiken; Eric Bishop; Jess Clough; Brittany Echols; Matthew Golonka; Cara D. Grant, Ed.D.; William Gray; James Hitchner; Tracey Leonard; Kilo Mack; Eric Michael; Justin O'Brien; Michael Page; Carly Pepper; Amy Sexton; Britta Sparks; Alexandra Taylor; Nick Thompson; Amy Towers; Paula Turner-Coleman; William Vandegrift; Christiana Walsh; Amy Wiley; Wendy Zimmerman
Representing American Academy of Pediatrics: Monique Soileau-Burke
Representing American Cancer Society: Jocelyn Collins
Representing American Diabetes Association: one vacancy
Representing American Heart Association: Sheri Olsen
Representing Free State Parent-Teacher Association: Marla Posey-Moss
Representing Leveling the Playing Field: Daniel Griffin
Representing Maryland Association of Boards of Education: one vacancy
Representing Maryland Association of Counties: Dennis Frazier
Representing Maryland Out of School Network: Ellie Mitchell
Representing Maryland Parent-Teacher Association: Tonja Carrera
Representing Maryland State Educators Association: James Knauss
Representing Maryland’s Adapted Physical Education Steering Committee: Cynthia Naylor
Representing Maryland’s State School Health Council: Erin Hager
Representing Professional Organization for Health & Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance: Brian Griffith
Representing Public School Superintendents Association of Maryland: Kilo Mack
Representing Special Olympics of Maryland: Mackenzie Irvin
PATHWAYS IN TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH (P-TECH) SCHOOLS STAKEHOLDER WORK GROUP
Co-Chair: Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools
Staff: (410) 767-0352
Staff: Susan Spinnato (410) 767-0349; e-mail: susan.spinnato@maryland.gov
web: www.marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Gifted-Talented/index.aspx
Luke Kasim, Co-Chair, 2025
Rae Lymer, Ed.D., Co-Chair, 2024
Jessica Reinhard, Ed.D., Co-Chair, 2024
Staff: Jason H. Semanoff (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov
Christiana Walsh, Co-Chair (chosen by Advisory Council), 2024
Staff: Nina S. Roa (410) 767-1904; e-mail: nina.roa@maryland.gov
Co-Chair: Sanjay K. Rai, Ph.D., Secretary of Higher Education
AUDITS OFFICE
Richard McElroy, Director (410) 767-8856
e-mail: richard.mcelroy@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Superintendent/Audit/index-audits.aspx
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RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Richard McElroy, Records Officer (410) 767-8856; e-mail: richard.mcelroy@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Raven Hill, Senior Executive Director (410) 767-0486
e-mail: raven.hill@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Superintendent/Communications/index.aspx
OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, EDUCATION POLICY, & EXTERNAL RELATIONS
Akilah Alleyne, Ph.D., Executive Director (410) 767-0504
e-mail: akilah.alleyne@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Gov-Rel/index.aspx
OFFICE OF POLICY ANALYSIS & FISCAL COMPLIANCE
Vacancy, Senior Executive Director (410) 767-0757
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LOCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND FISCAL COMPLIANCE BRANCH
Joanne Killian, Director (410) 767-4044; e-mail: joanne.killian@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF RESEARCH, PLANNING, & PROGRAM EVALUATION
Matthew Duque, Director (410) 767-0061; e-mail: matthew.duque@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/ORSDU/index.aspx
CHIEF OF STAFF
Vacancy, Chief of Staff (410) 767-0439
COUNSEL
Elliott L. Schoen, Principal Counsel (410) 576-6453; e-mail: eschoen@oag.state.md.us
Vacancy, Deputy Counsel (410) 576-6451
DIVISION OF ASSESSMENT, ACCOUNTABILITY, & PERFORMANCE REPORTING
(R00A0104)
FY2024 appropriation: $77,529,306; authorized positions:
Chandra K. Haislet, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0073
e-mail: chandra.haislet@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DAAIT/index.aspx
DIVISION OF EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION & PROGRAM APPROVAL
(R00A0118, formerly 36.01.01.18)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Kelly E. Meadows, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0385
(410) 767-0412 (certification assistance)
e-mail: kelly.meadows@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/index.aspx
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Deborah Gartland, Ph.D.; Sandra L. Skordalos; Winora M. Taylor, Ed.D.; Amy M. Wilson; Karen A. Yoho. Terms expire 2024.
Sean W. Bulson, Ed.D.; Dionne N. Curbeam, Ed.D.; Kristine E. McGee, Ed.D.; Monifa B. Mcknight, Ed.D. Terms expire 2025.
Keisha Allen; Melissa Carpenter; Joshua W. Davidson; Stephanie D. Farmer; Darren R. Hornbeck; Susan M. Myers; Amy E. Poirer; Joy L. Spain; Anzer N. Woodward, Ed.D. Terms expire 2026.
Kimberly C. Moore; Leslie M. Boyadjian Stanton; four vacancies. Terms expire 2027.
Ex officio: Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools
EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION BRANCH
NONPUBLIC SCHOOL APPROVAL BRANCH
TEACHER PREPARATION & PROGRAM APPROVAL BRANCH
DIVISION OF FINANCIAL PLANNING, OPERATIONS, & STRATEGY
Matthew D. Gallagher, Chair (chosen by Senate President & House Speaker)
Appointed by Governor: Elizabeth A. Green, Esq.; Mary Ellen E. Hrutka, Ph.D..
Appointed by Senate President: Nancy S. Grasmick, Ph.D.; A. Skipp Sanders, Ed.D.
Appointed by House Speaker: Marva Jo Camp, Esq., M. Alicia Bennett, Ph.D.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS & TEACHER EDUCATION BOARD
Staff: Kelly E. Meadows (410) 767-0385; e-mail: kelly.meadows@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Professional-Standards/index.aspx
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board in Oct., 1-year term)
(410) 767-0390
e-mail:
certinfo.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/index.aspx
Alexandra R. Cambra, Director (410) 767-0407
e-mail:
alexandra.cambra@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/NPSA/index.aspx
Alexandra R. Cambra, Director (410) 767-0407
e-mail:
alexandra.cambra@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Program-Approval/index.aspx
Donna M. Gunning, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0757
e-mail:
donna.gunning@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OFPOS/index.aspx
BROADENING OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TODAY (BOOST) ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Nicole Obregon, (410) 767-2939; e-mail: nicole.obregon@maryland.gov
Allison Sanborn (410) 767-3575; e-mail: boost.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/boost/index.aspx
ACCOUNTABILITY
Geoff Sanderson, Deputy State Superintendent for Accountability (410) 767-0472
e-mail: geoff.sanderson@maryland.gov
web: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OSE/index.aspx
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OMBUDSMAN
Teresa D. Dantzler, Ombudsman (410) 767-0480
e-mail: teresa.dantzler1@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/Ombudsman/index.aspx
OFFICE OF SCHOOL & COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMS
(R00A0107)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Julie Fletcher, Executive Director (410) 767-0199
e-mail: scnp_mailbox.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/SchoolandCommunityNutrition/Pages/default.aspx
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DIVISION OF REHABILITATION SERVICES
(R00A0120, formerly 36.01.01.20)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 73
Erikk D. Bonner, D.Ed., Assistant State Superintendent, Rehabilitation Services (410) 554-9385
e-mail: erikk.bonner@maryland.gov
e-mail: dors@maryland.gov
web: http://dors.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
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MARYLAND STATE REHABILITATION COUNCIL
Staff: Patrick S. Peto (410) 554-9536; e-mail: patrick.peto@maryland.gov
web: http://msrc.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Appointed by Governor to 3-year terms:
Katherine Ramsey Jones, Chair (chosen by Council), 2026
Calvin Doudt, Ed.D., 2021; Tassie Thompson, 2022; three vacancies.
Mindy E. Lipsey; Ronza M. Othman; Penny Reeder; Aaron C. Stephens. Terms expire 2023.
Melissa A. Blubaugh; Tamara A. Smith. Terms expire 2024.
Marla G. Friedman; Kristen M. Patterson. Terms expire 2025.
Rosa Amparito Raez; Kristina D. Richards; Todd E. Tolson; Hunter C. Whitt. Terms expire 2026.
Ex officio: Erikk D. Bonner, D.Ed., Assistant State Superintendent for Rehabilitation Services
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Kimberlee C. Schultz, Director (410) 554-9435; e-mail:
kimberlee.schultz@maryland.gov
DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY
Donna Lettow, Administrator (410) 554-9402; e-mail: donna.Lettow@maryland.gov
DISABILITY DETERMINATION SERVICES
(R00A0123, formerly 36.01.01.23)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 232
Dayle M. Smith, Director (410) 308-4360; 1-800-492-4283 (toll free); tty: (410) 308-4550
e-mail: dayle.smith@ssa.gov
George B. Albright III, M.D., Chief Medical Advisor (410) 308-4377
Carla Sarno, M.D. Chief Psychiatrist 410 308-4369
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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT UNIT
Gina P. Regis, Assistant Director, Support Services (410) 308-4370; e-mail: gina.regis@maryland.gov
CLAIMS ADJUDICATION UNIT
Elzbieta M. Sheridan, Assistant Director, Operations (410) 308-4364; e-mail:
liz.sheridan@ssa.gov
REHABILITATION SERVICES
FACILITY OPERATIONS
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HUMAN RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SERVICES
PROGRAM INCOME
PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICES
REGION 2: SOUTHERN MARYLAND & LOWER EASTERN SHORE (Anne Arundel, Calvert, Caroline, Charles, Dorchester, Queen Anne's, St. Mary's, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, & Worcester counties)
REGION 3: BALTIMORE CITY & EASTERN BALTIMORE COUNTY
REGION 5: CENTRAL MARYLAND & UPPER EASTERN SHORE (Baltimore County & Cecil, Harford, Howard & Kent counties)
REGION 6: MONTGOMERY & PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTIES
WORKFORCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
DIVISION OF STUDENT SUPPORT & FEDERAL PROGRAMS
OFFICE OF SCHOOL INNOVATIONS
RESIDENTIAL BOARDING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms: Antonio W. Campbell, D.Min., 2024; Stuart A. Cherry, Esq., 2024; G. William Whiting, 2024; Michelle Harris Bondima, 2025; R. Christopher Rosenthal, 2025.
STUDENT SERVICES & STRATEGIC PLANNING BRANCH
SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES SECTION
SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES SECTION
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BRANCH
STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING
MARYLAND SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH RESPONSE TEAM
OFFICE OF EQUITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE
OFFICE OF FACILITIES & OPERATIONS
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
OFFICE OF PUPIL TRANSPORTATION & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
OFFICE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
PLANNING & ASSESSMENT BRANCH
OFFICE OF COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS
OFFICE OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
CAREER PROGRAMS
DATA & ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CAREER PROGRAMS
FINANCE & LEGISLATION FOR CAREER PROGRAMS
Children's mural, Anne Arundel County Animal Control Section, 411 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville, Maryland, July 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
OFFICE OF CHILD CARE
Christina Peusch, Chair (chosen by State Superintendent of Schools), 2021
Appointed by Senate President: one vacancy
Appointed by House Speaker: one vacancy
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 3-year terms: Jennifer M. Arnaiz; Lacey Egerton; Shay L. Gurry; Edward T. Haden; Sharon Holloway-Gentemann; Elizabeth Huffman; JoAnn Jamison; Sharice K. Lane; Paula T. Montgomery; Pastora (Patsy) Warnick; three vacancies. Terms expire 2021.
Dorothy Adams; Crystal M. Barksdale; Michelle Becote-Jackson; Gloria L. Brown Burnett; Shannon Burroughs-Campbell; Maureen Creitz; Ruby G. Daniels; Jacqueline N. Grant; Celester A. (Les) Hall, Jr.; Rachel B. London, Esq.; Diane Mellott; Dona Jo Mullen, Ed.D.; Sonia Pruneda-Hernandez. Terms expire 2022.
Representing State Department of Education: Shayna Cook, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent for Early Childhood Development; vacancy, Director, Office of Child Care.
CHILD CARE SUBSIDY
CREDENTIALING
LICENSING BRANCH
BALTIMORE CITY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
BALTIMORE COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
CARROLL COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
FREDERICK COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
HOWARD COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
LOWER EASTERN SHORE CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Somerset, Wicomico & Worcester Counties)
NORTH CENTRAL MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Cecil & Harford Counties)
SOUTHERN MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Calvert, Charles & St. Mary's Counties)
UPPER EASTERN SHORE CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's & Talbot Counties)
WESTERN MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Allegany, Garrett & Washington Counties)
GARRETT COUNTY FIELD OFFICE (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)
MARYLAND EXCELS BRANCH
WORKFORCE ADVANCEMENT BRANCH
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM BRANCH
Talbot County Head Start school bus, Center for Children & Families, 215 Bay St., Easton, Maryland, May 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
EARLY LEARNING BRANCH
DIVISION OF EARLY INTERVENTION & SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Anna Maria Wilms Floet, M.D., 2022.
Karen M. Baumeister; Cynthia Bouchard; Pamela R. Bush-Jones; Elizabeth W. Hall; Cecilia Leger; Ana Mara; Jeni Murphy; Kristen A. Paul; Jennifer K. Riccardi; Theresa Ryan Rivera; Sarah E. Sherry; FloJean Speck; Christy Tirrell-Corbin, Ph.D.. Terms expire 2025.
Eric D. Ebersole; Mary Jo Harris; Patricia Julianelle; Keight Tucker Kennedy. Terms expire 2026.
Representing Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council: Rachel B. London, Esq.
NONPUBLIC SPECIAL EDUCATION
SPECIAL INITIATIVES BRANCH
FAMILY SUPPORT & DISPUTE RESOLUTION BRANCH
FAMILY SUPPORT SECTION
INTERAGENCY COLLABORATION BRANCH
INTERAGENCY INITIATIVES SECTION
Karen M. Powell, Chair (410) 767-0233
Representing Dept. of Budget & Management: Emily Vianna
Representing State Dept. of Education: Camillus Ugwu
Representing Maryland Dept. of Health: Janet L. Furman; Caroline Jones.
Representing Dept. of Human Services: Valerie Douglas; Michelle L. Farr; Robin L. Harvey; John M. Mungai; Tennille R. Thomas; Ardena Walker; Lynn B. Wisner.
Representing Dept. of Juvenile Services: Kara R. Aanenson; Patricia M. Flanigan; Katrina R. Henry: Tiffani A. Johnson; Yolanda M. Kennard; Deena M. White; Sonya D. White-Norman.
Representing Youth Services Division, Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, & Victim Services: Jennifer Krabill
PERFORMANCE SUPPORT & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BRANCH
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 3-year terms:
Prakash M. Anthony; Rene Averitt-Sanzone; Sheila Billups; Tyrone L. Blackwell; Jennifer Brekke-Miles; Tyese Dillard; Kathy Kaufman; Neal Lichter; LaShonda Scott; Rachel Stoyanov. Terms expire 2021.
Vittoria Aiello; Kathleen Barazotto; Sarah (Sally) Farr; Brian Fausel; Dorie Flynn; Martha Goodman: Rachel B. London, Esq.; Jill Pierce-Hill; Sue Rattman; Karleen Spitulnik; Peaches A. Wilson; Tiffany Williams. Terms expire 2022.
Emily A. A. Dow, Ph.D.; Dawn Greenberg; Chiara Jaffe; Katharine Lander; Rita Lung; Christian J. Miele, Esq.; Melissa M. Surgeon. Terms expire 2023.
Representing Maryland State Education Association: Maura A. Taylor
ASSESSMENT SECTION
EARLY EDUCATION SECTION
SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION SECTION
POLICY & ACCOUNTABILITY BRANCH
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & MONITORING BRANCH
Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, March 2014. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
HEALTH SECTION
MATHEMATICS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION SECTION
READING & ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
SCIENCE
SOCIAL STUDIES
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSESSMENT & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
GIFTED & TALENTED SECTION
WORLD LANGUAGES SECTION
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY & SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SERVICES
MARYLAND PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
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OFFICE FOR BLINDNESS & VISION SERVICES
(R00A0124)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 50
Toni A. March, Director (410) 554-9219
e-mail:
toni.march@maryland.govBUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM FOR THE BLIND
Anna E. Kim, Assistant Director (410) 554-9450; e-mail:
anna.kim@maryland.gov
Tandra M. Hunter-Payne, Assistant Director (410) 554-9107; e-mail: tandra.hunter-payne@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES
Darlene Peregoy, Director (410) 554-9414
CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Marla Friedman, Director (410) 554-9363; 1-800-638-6243 (toll free); e-mail:
marla.friedman@maryland.gov
James E. Buckmaster, Chief (410) 554-9568; e-mail:
jim.buckmaster@maryland.gov
Vincent R. Carter, Chief (410) 554-9421; e-mail:
vincent.carter@maryland.gov
PROCUREMENT
Vern L. Shird, Manager (410) 554-9285; e-mail:
vernl.shird@maryland.gov
Denise L. Metzger, Personnel Administrator (410) 554-9393; e-mail:
denise.metzger@maryland.gov
Randall A. Diehl, Chief (410) 554-9419; e-mail:
randy.diehl@maryland.gov
Eric M. Schmidt, Chief (410) 554-9307; e-mail:
eric.schmidt@maryland.gov
Catherine R. Drake, Community Rehabilitation Programs Specialist (410) 554-9440; e-mail:
catherine.drake@maryland.gov
Erica C. Kneessi, Staff Development Specialist, (410) 554-9381; e-mail:
erica.kneessi@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF FIELD SERVICES
(R00A0121, formerly 36.01.01.21)
FY2024 appropriation: $55,150,096; authorized positions:
Jody L. Boone, Director (410) 554-9451
e-mail:
jody.boone@maryland.gov
REGION 1: WESTERN MARYLAND (Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett & Washington counties)
Sharon L. Plump, Director (301) 733-1341; e-mail:
sharon.plump@maryland.gov
Michelle R. Stewart, Director (410) 974-7604; e-mail:
michelle.stewart@maryland.gov
Darlene F. Ginn, Director (410) 333-6109; e-mail:
darlene.ginn@maryland.gov
Matthew S. Jackson, Director (410) 321-2395; e-mail:
matthew.jackson@maryland.gov
Laura E. (Beth) Lash, Director (301) 306-3600; e-mail:
laura.lash@maryland.gov
(R00A0122)
FY2024 appropriation: $11,055,455; authorized positions:
Vacancy, Director (410) 554-9414; tty: (410) 554-9155
Janice Drakeford, Volunteer Services Specialist (410) 554-9162; e-mail:
janice.drakeford@maryland.gov
(R00A0112, formerly 36.01.01.12)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Mary L. Gable, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0472
e-mail:
mary.gable@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DSFSS/index.aspx
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Vacancy, Director of Community Schools
Carol A. Beck, Director (410) 767-3678; e-mail:
carol.beck@maryland.gov
CHARTER SCHOOLS
web: www.seedschoolmd.org/
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF RESIDENTIAL BOARDING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Staff: Carol A. Beck (410) 767-3678; e-mail: carol.beck@maryland.gov
Walter J. Sallee, Director (410) 767-1407
e-mail: walter.sallee@maryland.gov
SCHOOL CLIMATE & SAFETY
April D. Turner, Ph.D., Section Chief (410) 767-0359; e-mail: aprild.turner@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-3364
Alicia L. Mezu, Team Leader (410) 767-0353; e-mail: alicia.mezu@maryland.gov
Reginald Burke, Director (410) 767-0313
e-mail: reginald.burke@maryland.gov
EXTENDED LEARNING SECTION
Emily Gordon, Section Chief (410) 767-0561; e-mail: emily.gordon1@maryland.gov
Lauren McKinley, Service-Learning Coordinator (410) 767-0357; e-mail: lauren.mckinley@maryland.gov
Michael Muempfer, Director (410) 767-0481; e-mail: michael.muempfer@maryland.gov
FINANCE & OPERATIONS
Krishnanda Tallur, Deputy State Superintendent of Finance & Operations (410) 767-0123
e-mail: krishnanda.tallur@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE & MONITORING
Delinda Johnson Blake, Director (410) 767-1126; e-mail: delinda.blake1@maryland.gov
e-mail: oeac.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/Equity-Assurance/index.aspx
Xavier Richards, Executive Director (410) 462-9011
e-mail: xavier.richards2@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/OFOS/index.aspx
Krishnanda Tallur, Deputy Superintendent of Finance & Operations (410) 767-0123
e-mail: krishnanda.tallur@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/OHR/index.aspx
(R00A0107)
FY2024 appropriation: $12,000,000; authorized positions:
Shawn Fritz-Rushing, Chief Information Officer (410) 767-0422
e-mail: shawn.rushing@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/OIT/index.aspx
Krishnanda Tallur, Deputy Superintendent of Operations (410) 767-0123
e-mail: krishnanda.tallur@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/PCMS/index.aspx
Gabriel D. Rose, Director (410) 767-0209; e-mail: gabriel.rose1@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/Pupil-Transportation/index.aspx
Jillian Storms, Executive Director (410) 767-0615
e-mail: jillian.storms@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/SchoolFacilities/index.aspx
TEACHING & LEARNING
(R00A0103)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 178.15
Tenette Y. Smith, Ed.D. Interim Deputy State Superintendent, Teaching & Learning (410) 767-0574
e-mail: tenette.smith@maryland.gov
web: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OTL/index.aspx
ACCOUNTABILITY BRANCH
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-0025
web: http://reportcard.msde.maryland.gov/
Ann G. Herrmann, Chief (410) 767-0048
e-mail: ann.herrmann@maryland.gov
(R00A0114, formerly 36.01.01.14)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Marquita D. Friday, Director of Career Programs (410) 767-0183
e-mail: marquita.friday@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DCCR/index.aspx
OFFICE OF TEACHING & LEARNING INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES
STATE BOARD OF CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
State Board of Education constitutes State Board of Career & Technology Education
Clarence C. Crawford, President, 2026
Vacancy, Executive Director (410) 767-0348
web: http://marylandpublicschools.org/about/pages/otpe/index.aspx
Marquita D. Friday, Director (410) 767-0183
e-mail: marquita.friday@maryland.gov
Nicassia R. Belton, Director (410) 767-0186
e-mail: nicassia.belton@maryland.gov
Nina S. Roa, Director (410) 767-0182
e-mail: nina.roa@maryland.gov
Tenette Y. Smith, Ed.D. Interim Deputy State Superintendent, Teaching & Learning (410) 767-0574
e-mail: tenette.smith@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DCIPL/index.aspx
DIVISION OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(R00A0110)
FY2025 appropriation: $; authorized positions: 221.50
Shayna Cook, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0342
e-mail: shayna.cook@maryland.gov
web: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/
SPECIAL PROJECTS
Michele A. Goady, Manager (410) 767-0341; e-mail: michele.goady@maryland.gov
(formerly N00D01, 33.04.01)
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-7806
OFFICE OF CHILD CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Staff: Tara M. Bartosz (410) 750-8773; e-mail: tara.bartosz@maryland.gov
web: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/councilsworkgroups/office-child-care-advisory-council
Rene D. Williams, Chief (410) 767-7845; e-mail: rene.williams@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Chief
Louis A. Valenti, Jr., Chief (410) 569-8071, (410) 332-4622; e-mail: louis.valenti@maryland.gov
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Charlene G. Farley, Acting Regional Manager (410) 514-7861; e-mail: charlene.farley@maryland.gov
Allison Van Horn, Regional Manager (410) 554-8316; e-mail: allison.vanhorn@maryland.gov
Amber R. Riley, Regional Manager (410) 583-6214; e-mail: amber.riley@maryland.gov
Sharon C. Afework, Regional Manager (410) 549-6495; e-mail: sharon.afework@maryland.gov
Janet L. Speak, Regional Manager (301) 696-9766, ext. 302; 1-800-344-2230 (toll free); e-mail: janet.speak@maryland.gov
Sharon C. Afework, Regional Manager (410) 750-8779; e-mail: sharon.afework@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Regional Manager (240) 314-1400; 1-800-648-3112 (toll free)
DaNita Moore, Regional Manager (301) 333-6943; e-mail: danita.moore@maryland.gov
Suzanne R. Ruark, Regional Manager (410) 713-3430; 1-800-343-1653 (toll free); e-mail: suzanne.ruark@maryland.gov
Katherine E. (Beth) O'Connor, Regional Manager (410) 272-5358; 1-800-343-0955 (toll free); e-mail: katherine.o'connor@maryland.gov
Susan C. Copsey, Regional Manager (301) 475-3770; 1-800-874-6797 (toll free); e-mail: susan.copsey@maryland.gov
Sandra E. Klunk, Regional Manager (410) 819-5801; 1-800-637-5563 (toll free); e-mail: sandy.klunk@maryland.gov
Dolores R. Harmon, Regional Manager (301) 791-4585; 1-800-468-6771 (toll free); e-mail: dolores.harmon@maryland.gov
ALLEGANY COUNTY FIELD OFFICE
Mary M. Biery (301) 777-2385; e-mail: mary.biery@maryland.gov
Ruth A. Lafferty (301) 777-2091; e-mail: ruth.lafferty@maryland.gov
Dawna M. Rodeheaver (301) 334-3426; e-mail: dawna.rodeheaver@maryland.gov
Jena Smith, Chief (410) 767-7845; e-mail: jena smith@maryland.gov
Angeline M. Bishop-Oshoko, Chief (410) 767-6916; e-mail: angeline.bishop-oshoko@maryland.gov
Rene' WIlliams, Chief; e-mail: rene.williams@maryland.gov
COLLABORATION & PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT BRANCH
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-0337
HEAD-START COLLABORATION
Vacancy, Coordinator (410) 767-0602
web: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/about
MARYLAND ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HEAD-START COLLABORATION NETWORK
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools:
Co-Chair: vacancy, Director, Head Start Collaboration
Co-Chair: Tavon Myers, President, Maryland Head Start Association
Valerie Ashton-Holmes; Mary Beckman; Yvonne Bellamy; Olivia Biggs; Kenneth Butler; Joan E. Cobb, Ph.D.; Louise J. Corwin; Tearesa L. French; Asiya Graham; Kris Hansen; Anne Hartmann; Linda M. Heisner; Eva Hunter; Maureen Hussey; Carlethea Johnson; Dana Jones; Rick Kirwin; Bernadette Leeds; Willie McCargo; Rose Ann Meinecke, R.N.; Juanita Nether; Mildred Nickens; Madhavi Parikh; Linda Rammey; Vanessa Ringgold; Stephen Rohde; Patricia Rosensteel; Barbara R. Scherr; Cvieta J. Sheridan; Helen Spence; Thomas Taylor; Norman Tinanoff, D.D.S.; Nancy M. Vorobey.
Judith C. Walker, Coordinator (410) 767-6549
e-mail: judith.walker@maryland.gov
JUDITH P. HOYER EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ENHANCEMENT (JUDY CENTERS) PROGRAM
Wendy L. Baysmore-Dantzler, Coordinator (410) 767-0586; e-mail: wendy.baysmore@maryland.gov
(R00A0113, formerly 36.01.01.13)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Antoine Hickman, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0238
e-mail: antoine.hickman@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/index.aspx
STATE INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL [FOR INFANTS & TODDLERS]
Staff: Sherea M. Makle (410) 767-0943; e-mail: sherea.makle@maryland.gov
Brenda T. Hussey-Gardner, Ph.D., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2024
Kristin Murphy, D.P.T., Vice-Chair (chosen by Governor)
Leigh E. Dalton, Chief (410) 767-0627; e-mail: leigh.dalton@maryland.gov
Linda F. Bluth, Ed.D., Specialist (410) 767-0988; e-mail: linda.bluth@maryland.gov
Alison Barmat, Chief (410) 767-7770
e-mail: alison.barmat@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/FSDR/index.aspx
COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION SECTION
Gerald Loiacono, Chief (410) 767-3285; e-mail: gerald.loiacono1@maryland.gov
Kenneth L. Hudock, Supervisor (410) 767-0947; e-mail: kenneth.hudock@maryland.gov
Carmen A. Brown, Chief (410) 767-7197
e-mail: carmen.brown1@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/ICB/index.aspx
AUTISM WAIVER & HEALTH-RELATED SERVICES SECTION
Tiffany N. Wagoner, Ed.D., Chief (410) 767-1446; e-mail: tiffany.wagoner@maryland.gov
Karen M. Powell, Chief (410) 767-0233; e-mail: karen.powell2@maryland.gov
INTERAGENCY RATES COMMITTEE
Staff: vacancy (410) 767-0235
web: http://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/irc/index.aspx
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-0244; fax: (410) 333-8165
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/PSTA/index.aspx
SPECIAL EDUCATION STATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Staff: Carmen A. Brown (410) 767-0264; e-mail: carmen.brown1@maryland.gov
Leanne Carmona, Co-Chair, 2021
Pamela Talley, Co-Chair, 2021
Wendy Balda, Co-Vice-Chair, 2022
Marjorie Guldan, Co-Vice-Chair, 2021
Karla M. Marty, Chief (410) 767-0256; e-mail: karla.marty@maryland.gov
Janette L. Guerra, Chief (410) 767-0234; e-mail: janette.guerra@maryland.gov
Michele M. Murphy, Chief (410) 767-0256; e-mail: dse-eis.murphy@maryland.gov
Brian M. Morrison, Ph.D., Chief (410) 767-0249
e-mail: brian.morrison@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/PAB/index.aspx
POLICY & DATA SECTION
Pamela R. Miller, Ed.D., Chief (410) 767-0249; e-mail: pamela.miller@maryland.gov
Ibijoke Owolabi, Chief (410) 767-0706
e-mail: ibijoke.owolabi2@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/rmmb/index.aspx
DIVISION OF INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES
(R00A0111)
FY2024 appropriation: $; authorized positions:
Monique T. Felder, Ph.D., Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0329
e-mail: monique.felder@maryland.gov
CURRICULUM
Bruce A. Lesh, Director (410) 767-0348
e-mail: bruce.lesh@maryland.gov
FINE ARTS SECTION
Alysia D. Lee, Coordinator (410) 767-0352; e-mail: alysia.lee@maryland.gov
Jason Semanoff, Specialist (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov
Debra L. Ward, Coordinator (410) 767-0355; e-mail: debra.ward@maryland.gov
Jason Semanoff, Specialist (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov
Ava B. Spencer, Coordinator (410) 767-0830; e-mail: ava.spencer@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Coordinator (410) 767-0329
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Kirsten Jackson, Specialist (410) 767-0323; e-mail: kirsten.jackson1@maryland.gov
Leah O. Renzi, Coordinator (410) 767-0519; e-mail: leah.renzi@maryland.gov
Cecilia J. Roe, Director (410) 767-0574
e-mail: cecilia.roe@maryland.gov
Susan C. Spinnato, Director (410) 767-0349
e-mail: susan.spinnato@maryland.gov
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER REQUISITE & TITLE III SECTION
Ilhye Yoon, Specialist (410) 767-0714; e-mail: ilhye.yoon@maryland.gov
Laura M. Hook, Specialist (410) 767-6577; e-mail: laura.hook@maryland.gov
Bruce D. Riegel, Ed.D., Lead Specialist (410) 767-0527; e-mail: bruce.riegel@maryland.gov
Bonnie M. Pechulis, Specialist (410) 767-0331; e-mail: bonnie.pechulis@maryland.gov
Valerie A. Emrich, Director (410) 767-0382
e-mail: valerie.emrich@maryland.gov
R. Andrew Warner, Executive Director (410) 767-0376
e-mail: robert.warner1@maryland.gov
web: www.mpssaa.org/
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