#BlueprintInAction—Hurlock Elementary and Maple Elementary have each reduced chronic absenteeism by more than 20% since 2021–22, and it starts with a school climate rooted in creating a sense of belonging for the community it serves. All K–12 schools in Dorchester County Public Schools are community schools, serving as hubs of resources for students, families, and the whole community. 💪📚 When students and families feel like they belong, they show up! Learn more about community schools and Blueprint Pillar 4 [website]: https://bit.ly/4mk5RiF
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
Government Administration
Baltimore, Maryland 19,380 followers
Committed to a Transformative Path Forward for Every Maryland Child
About us
Maryland features a diverse educational landscape, comprised of over 1,400 public schools, 24 local education agencies (LEAs), and more than 7,000 child care providers statewide. The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) works collaboratively with the Maryland State Board of Education and their stakeholders to ensure that all students, especially those who have been historically underserved, receive an excellent and equitable education. MSDE provides Maryland LEAs and communities with a wide range of services. These services include student assessments, professional development, child care licensing services, educator certification, rehabilitation services, and more. Together, we are a team focused on creating a rigorous and world-class educational experience for every Marylander, empowering them to succeed in college, career, and life. Our mission requires us to be bold with urgency. MSDE is implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, a once-in-a-generation opportunity, that provides the policy and investment needed to accelerate student achievement and truly reimagine the educational experience from early childhood to postsecondary success. To accomplish this, the Maryland State Board of Education and Department of Education have developed a multiyear Strategic Plan. Maryland Transforms: A Strategic Plan for Maryland by Maryland aligns our vision, mission, values, priorities, enablers, goals, and flagship programs, initiatives, and strategies to the Blueprint’s promise of an excellent and equitable education for every student. The Strategic Plan is an investment in our students’ future and a testament to our collective belief in the power of education to transform lives and uplift communities. Anchoring the Blueprint legislation into the organizational fabric of our everyday work, the Plan embodies the aspirations that the people of Maryland have for our students.
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http://marylandpublicschools.org
External link for Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
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- Baltimore, Maryland
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Baltimore, Maryland 21201, US
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⭐ Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Meet Stephanie Scaletta, a full-time instructional assistant in special education at South Penn Elementary School in Allegany County Public Schools! Stephanie is Allegany County Education Association's 2025 Education Support Professional of the Year and a 2024 ACPS Shining Star in Special Education Award recipient. "Everybody needs to know that somebody believes in them. These kids come to school every day, having to focus and having to learn, with expectations and goals. So being defeated is not where we need to be. If school can be that something to look forward to, let’s do it. The most rewarding part of my work is connecting with students and changing behaviors. When you see the growth and the a-ha moment in a kid's eyes, that's when you know you've made a difference. When I see my kids, sometimes years later, at the pool or the market and they thank me for motivating them, that keeps me moving forward, too." Thank you to Stephanie and all of Maryland’s education support professionals! Your hard work and dedication are vital contributions to our classrooms, ensuring that students feel supported and that every child has the opportunity to thrive!
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Baltimore Orioles Opening Day is finally here! If you make your way to Camden Yards this season, be sure to check out the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) sign at this section entrance... and stay tuned for more MSDE & Orioles magic at games this season! Go O’s! ⚾
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#BlueprintInAction—Amazing things are happening in Maryland schools thanks to the Blueprint for Maryland's Future! School communities remain dedicated to every child's success! Learn more by reading the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Accountability & Implementation Board's LEA Progress Highlights One-Pagers [website]: https://bit.ly/4sCL0Jw
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#NationalAILiteracyDay empowers educators and students to explore how AI can be used safely, ethically, and effectively in the classroom. Discover MSDE’s AI Hub for AI Literacy Day activities, lesson seeds, and ready-to-use resources schools can bring into learning on this day and beyond. Visit MSDE's AI Hub [website]: https://bit.ly/480uBGv
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#ICYMI—The State Board and MSDE celebrated #ArtsinOurSchoolsMonth at today's board meeting! 🎶🎤 A special thank you to the Perry Hall High School Chamber Choir and the Cromwell Valley Elementary Ukulele Ensemble (Baltimore County Public Schools) for sharing your musical talents with us!
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Honoring Women Who Lead, Inspire, and Shape the Future of Education in Maryland. The Moore–Miller Administration continues its commitment to elevating exceptional leaders who strengthen communities across Maryland. We are proud to highlight two outstanding women — among the many leaders appointed during the 2026 Legislative Session — confirmed by the Maryland Senate to serve on the. Maryland State Board of Education: Honoring Women Who Lead, Inspire, and Shape the Future of Education in Maryland. The Moore–Miller Administration continues its commitment to elevating exceptional leaders who strengthen communities across Maryland. We are proud to highlight two outstanding women — among the many leaders appointed during the 2026 Legislative Session — confirmed by the Maryland Senate to serve on the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE): 🔹 Marcy Leonard – Chief Operating Officer of Public Services for the Howard County Library System and former principal and community superintendent with a distinguished record of advancing student achievement, equity, and system-wide transformation across Maryland’s public education system. 🔹 Nicole N. Murray Lewis – National Board-Certified educator and Montgomery County Public Schools teacher dedicated to developing informed, engaged citizens through inclusive, research-based instruction and leadership in social studies education. Together, these leaders bring deep expertise in education, leadership, and community engagement to the State Board’s work shaping the future of public education in Maryland. We congratulate them on their confirmation and thank them for their willingness to serve Maryland. #WomensHistoryMonth #MDAppointmentsOffice #WomenInLeadership #MarylandStateBoardOfEducation #MooreMillerAdministration #PublicService
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Maryland's PreK-12 Mathematics Policy outlines initiatives to ensure that every student across Maryland has access to high-quality math instruction every day, supporting their journey from PreK to college- and career-readiness in mathematics. Learn more about the policy [website]: https://bit.ly/47nvMQ1
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⭐ 📚 Congratulations to Maryland's Emerging Science of Reading Schools! ⭐ 📚 Today, the State Board and MSDE recognized Maryland's five Emerging Science of Reading Schools! These schools have demonstrated their dedication to prioritizing high-quality literacy instruction by achieving exceptional participation in the SUNY New Paltz Science of Reading microcredential course! Sandy Plains Elementary - Baltimore County Public Schools Mechanicsville & Sandymount Elementary Schools - Carroll County Public Schools Hall's Cross Roads Elementary School - Harford County Public Schools Samuel Chase Elementary School - Prince George's County Public Schools
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#HappeningNow—The Maryland State Board of Education is hosting a meeting! Tune in to the meeting live [website]: https://bit.ly/4uwbXzT.
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