STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

• State Board of Education Minutes

Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools (410) 767-0464
Krishnanda Tallur, Deputy State Superintendent for Operations (410) 767-0461
Sylvia A. Lawson, Ph.D., Deputy State Superintendent for Organizational Effectiveness (410) 767-0461
Deann Collins, Ed.D. Deputy State Superintendent for Teaching & Learning (410) 767-3646

Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21201 - 2595
(410) 767-0100; 1-888-246-0016 (toll free); fax: (410) 333-6033; tty: (410) 333-6304
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/

Agencies	Budget	Functions	Historical Evolution

Organizational Chart	Organizational Structure	Origin	Reports

Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, March 2014. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

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:
Clarence C. Crawford, President (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2026
Susan J. Getty, Ed.D., Vice-President (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2024
Charles R. Dashiell, Jr., Esq., 2023; Shawn D. Bartley, Esq., 2024; Holly C. Wilcox, Ph.D., 2024; Chuen-Chin Bianca Chang, 2025; Joan A. Mele-McCarthy, D.A., 2025; Brig. Gen. Warner I. Sumpter, 2025; Joshua L. Michael, Ph.D., 2026; Rachel L. McCusker, 2026; Nicholas Greer, 2027; Irma Elizabeth Johnson, 2027; Samir Joshua Paul, 2027.

Appointed by Governor to 1-year term: Abisola Faith Ayoola, student, 2024

Secretary-Treasurer (nonvoting): Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools

MENTAL HEALTH COMMITTEE
Staff: Deborah D. Nelson, Ph.D. (410) 767-0294; e-mail: deborah.nelson@maryland.gov

STATE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Shane J. McCormick, Executive Assistant & Scheduler (410) 767-0464; e-mail: shane.mccormick@maryland.gov

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.

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; Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools; Dorothy J. Lennig, Esq., Executive Director, Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, & Victim Services; Shayna Cook, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent for Early Childhood Development; vacancy, Assistant State Superintendent for Early Intervention & Special Education Services; Jennifer A. Nizer, Director, Office of Child Care; Tresa F. Hanna, designee of Coordinator, Head-Start Collaboration.

WORK GROUP ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Staff:

Chair (chosen by State Superintendent of Schools): Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools

Appointed by Senate President: Cheryl C. Kagan

Appointed by House Speaker: Alonzo T. Washington

Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools: Julia Chavez; Dr. Drew Fagan; Amir Francois; Libia Gil; Niki Hazel; Lucy Hernandez; Dr. Eric Louers-Phillips; Anne Marie Foerster Luu; Dr. Kia McDaniel; Paula Moore; Anjali Pandey; Matthew Peters; Elena Sorto; Susan Spinnato; Diego Toledo; Jonathan Turner; Isela Vidals; Judy Walker; Conor Williams; Laurel Williams; Min Woo; Ilhye Yoon.

EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACT (ESSA) STAKEHOLDER COMMITTEE
Staff: Mary L. Gable (410) 767-0473; e-mail: mary.gable@maryland.gov

Chair: Mohammed Choudhury, 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: Mohammed Choudhury, 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
Staff: (410) 767-0352

MARYLAND STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR GIFTED & TALENTED EDUCATION
Staff: Susan Spinnato (410) 767-0349; e-mail: susan.spinnato@maryland.gov
web: www.marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Gifted-Talented/index.aspx

Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 3-year terms:
Luke Kasim, Co-Chair, 2025
Rae Lymer, Ed.D., Co-Chair, 2024
Jessica Reinhard, Ed.D., Co-Chair, 2024

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
Staff: Jason H. Semanoff (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov


Cara D. Grant, Ed.D., Co-Chair (chosen by Advisory Council), 2023
Christiana Walsh, Co-Chair (chosen by Advisory Council), 2024

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
Staff: Nina S. Roa (410) 767-1904; e-mail: nina.roa@maryland.gov

Co-Chair: Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools
Co-Chair: vacancy, 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

RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Richard McElroy, Records Officer (410) 767-8856
e-mail: richard.mcelroy@maryland.gov


OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Lora A. Rakowski, Senior Executive Director (410) 767-0486
e-mail: lora.rakowski@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
Donna M. Gunning, Senior Executive Director (410) 767-0757
e-mail: donna.gunning@maryland.gov


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

OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

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)
FY2023 appropriation: $51,012,802; 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

BRIDGE PLAN FOR ACADEMIC VALIDATION

DIVISION OF EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION & PROGRAM APPROVAL
(R00A0118, formerly 36.01.01.18)
FY2023 appropriation: $3,335,082; 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

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

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Maleeta Kitchen, Chair (chosen by Board in Oct., 1-year term), 2023

Deborah Gartland, Ph.D, Janill A. Bobbitt; Monica A. Roebuck; Sandra L. Skordalos; Winora M. Taylor, Ed.D.; Karen A. Yoho; Amy M. Wilson. Terms expire 2024.

Dionne N. Curbeam, Ed.D.; Kristine E. McGee, Ed.D. Terms expire 2025.

Keisha Allen; Melissa Carpenter; Stephanie D. Farmer; Darren R. Hornbeck; Amy E. Poirer; Joy L. Spain; Jacob Bauer Zebley, Ed.D. Terms expire 2026.

eight vacancies

Ex officio: Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools

EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION BRANCH
(410) 767-0390
e-mail: certinfo.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/index.aspx

NONPUBLIC SCHOOL APPROVAL BRANCH
Alexandra R. Cambra, Director (410) 767-0407
e-mail: alexandra.cambra@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/NPSA/index.aspx

TEACHER PREPARATION & PROGRAM APPROVAL BRANCH
Alexandra R. Cambra, Director (410) 767-0407
e-mail: alexandra.cambra@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Program-Approval/index.aspx

DIVISION OF FINANCIAL PLANNING, OPERATIONS, & STRATEGY
Justin Dayhoff, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0439
e-mail: justin.dayhoff@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OFPOS/index.aspx

BROADENING OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TODAY (BOOST) ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Robert Wancowicz (410) 767-0443; e-mail: boost.msde@maryland.gov
web: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/boost/index.aspx

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: Linda Eberhart; Michael McCleese.

OPERATIONS

OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE & MONITORING

OFFICE OF FISCAL PLANNING, RESEARCH, & EVALUATION

OFFICE OF EQUITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE
Delinda 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

OFFICE OF FACILITIES & OPERATIONS
Xavier Richards, Executive Director (410) 462-9011
e-mail: xavier.richards2@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/OFOS/index.aspx

OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Krishnanda Tallur, Deputy Superintendent of Operations (410) 767-0123
e-mail: krishnanda.tallur@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/OHR/index.aspx

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(R00A0105)
FY2023 appropriation: $12,259,883; 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


OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
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


OFFICE OF PUPIL TRANSPORTATION & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Gabriel D. Rose, Director (410) 767-0209; e-mail: gabriel.rose1@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/Pupil-Transportation/index.aspx

OFFICE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
Myron Mason, Administrator II (410) 767-0113
e-mail: myron.mason@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Operations/SchoolFacilities/index.aspx

ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

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)
FY2023 appropriation: $9,183,842; 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

DIVISION OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

(R00A0120, formerly 36.01.01.20)
FY2023 appropriation: $15,953,131; authorized positions:
Scott A. Dennis, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 554-9385; 1-888-554-0334 (toll free)
e-mail: scott.dennis@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.

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 L. Jones, Chair (chosen by Council)

Thomas F. Laverty; Barry Shaw; Christy H. Stuart. Terms expire 2016.

Joseph Barrett; Rev. Tony A. Lawson; Susan S. Schaffer; Jani M. Willis; two vacancies. Terms expire 2018.

Rene Averitt-Sanzone. Terms expire 2019.

Calvin Doudt, Ed.D., 2021; Tassie Thompson, 2022; three vacancies.

Rosa Amparito Raez Garcia; Katherine L. R. Jones; Mindy E. Lipsey; Ronza M. Othman; Penny Reeder; Aaron C. Stephens; Hunter C. Whitt; three vacancies. Terms expire 2023.

Melissa A. Blubaugh; Corey J. Richo; Tamara A. Smith. Terms expire 2024.

Kristen M. Patterson. Term expires 2025.

Ex officio: Scott A. Dennis, 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)
FY2023 appropriation: $36,299,211; authorized positions:
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

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

OFFICE FOR BLINDNESS & VISION SERVICES
(R00A0124)
FY2023 appropriation: $8,958,765; authorized positions:
Toni A. March, Director (410) 554-9219
e-mail: toni.march@maryland.gov

BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM FOR THE BLIND
Anna E. Kim, Assistant Director (410) 554-9450; e-mail: anna.kim@maryland.gov

REHABILITATION SERVICES
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

FACILITY OPERATIONS
James E. Buckmaster, Chief (410) 554-9568; e-mail: jim.buckmaster@maryland.gov

FINANCIAL SERVICES
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

HUMAN RESOURCES
Denise L. Metzger, Personnel Administrator (410) 554-9393; e-mail: denise.metzger@maryland.gov

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SERVICES
Randall A. Diehl, Chief (410) 554-9419; e-mail: randy.diehl@maryland.gov

PROGRAM INCOME
Eric M. Schmidt, Chief (410) 554-9307; e-mail: eric.schmidt@maryland.gov

PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICES
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)
FY2023 appropriation: $44,594,274; 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

REGION 2: SOUTHERN MARYLAND & LOWER EASTERN SHORE (Anne Arundel, Calvert, Caroline, Charles, Dorchester, Queen Anne's, St. Mary's, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, & Worcester counties)
Michelle R. Stewart, Director (410) 974-7604; e-mail: michelle.stewart@maryland.gov

REGION 3: BALTIMORE CITY & EASTERN BALTIMORE COUNTY
Darlene F. Ginn, Director (410) 333-6109; e-mail: darlene.ginn@maryland.gov

REGION 5: CENTRAL MARYLAND & UPPER EASTERN SHORE (Baltimore County & Cecil, Harford, Howard & Kent counties)
Matthew S. Jackson, Director (410) 321-2395; e-mail: matthew.jackson@maryland.gov

REGION 6: MONTGOMERY & PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTIES
Laura E. (Beth) Lash, Director (301) 306-3600; e-mail: laura.lash@maryland.gov

WORKFORCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
(R00A0122)
FY2023 appropriation: $10,049,151; 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


DIVISION OF STUDENT SUPPORT, ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT, & EDUCATIONAL POLICY
(R00A0112, formerly 36.01.01.12)
FY2023 appropriation: $8,356,106; 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

OFFICE OF SCHOOL INNOVATIONS
Carol A. Beck, Director (410) 767-3678; e-mail: carol.beck@maryland.gov

CHARTER SCHOOLS


RESIDENTIAL BOARDING EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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

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
Walter J. Sallee, Director (410) 767-1407
e-mail: walter.sallee@maryland.gov

SCHOOL CLIMATE AND SAFETY
April D. Turner, Ph.D., Section Chief (410) 767-0359; e-mail: aprild.turner@maryland.gov

SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES SECTION
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-3364

SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES SECTION
Alicia L. Mezu, Team Leader (410) 767-0353; e-mail: alicia.mezu@maryland.gov

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BRANCH
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

STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING
Lauren McKinley, Service-Learning Coordinator (410) 767-0357; e-mail: lauren.mckinley@maryland.gov


MARYLAND SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH RESPONSE TEAM
Michael Muempfer, Director (410) 767-0481; e-mail: michael.muempfer@maryland.gov

TEACHING & LEARNING

ACCOUNTABILITY BRANCH
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-0025
web: http://reportcard.msde.maryland.gov/

PLANNING & ASSESSMENT BRANCH
Ann G. Herrmann, Chief (410) 767-0048
e-mail: ann.herrmann@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS
(R00A0114, formerly 36.01.01.14)
FY2023 appropriation: $4,896,525; 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

STATE BOARD OF CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
State Board of Education constitutes State Board of Career & Technology Education
Andrew R. Smarick, President, 2018

OFFICE OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
Vacancy, Executive Director (410) 767-0348
web: http://marylandpublicschools.org/about/pages/otpe/index.aspx

CAREER PROGRAMS
Marquita D. Friday, Director (410) 767-0183
e-mail: marquita.friday@maryland.gov


DATA & ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CAREER PROGRAMS
Nicassia R. Belton, Director (410) 767-0186
e-mail: nicassia.belton@maryland.gov


FINANCE & LEGISLATION FOR CAREER PROGRAMS
Nina S. Roa, Director (410) 767-0182
e-mail: nina.roa@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF TEACHING & LEARNING INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Deann M. Collins, Ed.D., Deputy State Superintendent for Teaching & Learning (410) 767-0651
e-mail: deann.collins@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DCIPL/index.aspx

DIVISION OF CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTIONAL IMPROVEMENT, & PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
(R00A0111)
FY2023 appropriation: $9,598,466; authorized positions:
Marcia A. Sprankle, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0348
e-mail: marcia.sprankle@maryland.gov

Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building, 200 West Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland, March 2014. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

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

HEALTH SECTION
Jason Semanoff, Specialist (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov

MATHEMATICS
Debra L. Ward, Coordinator (410) 767-0355; e-mail: debra.ward@maryland.gov

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SECTION
Jason Semanoff, Specialist (410) 767-0327; e-mail: jason.semanoff@maryland.gov

READING & ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Ava B. Spencer, Coordinator (410) 767-0830; e-mail: ava.spencer@maryland.gov

SCIENCE
Vacancy, Coordinator (410) 767-0329

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Kirsten Jackson, Specialist (410) 767-0323; e-mail: kirsten.jackson1@maryland.gov

SOCIAL STUDIES
Leah O. Renzi, Coordinator (410) 767-0519; e-mail: leah.renzi@maryland.gov

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSESSMENT & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Cecilia J. Roe, Director (410) 767-0574
e-mail: cecilia.roe@maryland.gov

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
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


GIFTED & TALENTED SECTION
Bruce D. Riegel, Ed.D., Lead Specialist (410) 767-0527; e-mail: bruce.riegel@maryland.gov


WORLD LANGUAGES SECTION
Bonnie M. Pechulis, Specialist (410) 767-0331; e-mail: bonnie.pechulis@maryland.gov

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY & SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SERVICES
Valerie A. Emrich, Director (410) 767-0382
e-mail: valerie.emrich@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(R00A0110)
FY2023 appropriation: $83,492,641; authorized positions:
Shayna Cook, Ed.D., Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0342
e-mail: shayna.cook@maryland.gov
web: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/

Children's mural, Anne Arundel County Animal Control Section, 411 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville, Maryland, July 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

SPECIAL PROJECTS
Michele A. Goady, Manager (410) 767-0341; e-mail: michele.goady@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CHILD CARE
(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

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; Jennifer A. Nizer, Director, Office of Child Care.

COUNSEL
Vacancy, Counsel (410) 767-7829

CHILD CARE SUBSIDY
Rene D. Williams, Chief (410) 767-7845; e-mail: rene.williams@maryland.gov

CREDENTIALING
Vacancy, Chief

LICENSING BRANCH
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

BALTIMORE CITY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Allison Van Horn, Regional Manager (410) 554-8316; e-mail: allison.vanhorn@maryland.gov

BALTIMORE COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Amber R. Riley, Regional Manager (410) 583-6214; e-mail: amber.riley@maryland.gov

CARROLL COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Sharon C. Afework, Regional Manager (410) 549-6495; e-mail: sharon.afework@maryland.gov

FREDERICK COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Janet L. Speak, Regional Manager (301) 696-9766, ext. 302; 1-800-344-2230 (toll free); e-mail: janet.speak@maryland.gov

HOWARD COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Sharon C. Afework, Regional Manager (410) 750-8779; e-mail: sharon.afework@maryland.gov

MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
Vacancy, Regional Manager (240) 314-1400; 1-800-648-3112 (toll free)

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY CHILD-CARE OFFICE
DaNita Moore, Regional Manager (301) 333-6943; e-mail: danita.moore@maryland.gov

LOWER EASTERN SHORE CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Somerset, Wicomico & Worcester Counties)
Suzanne R. Ruark, Regional Manager (410) 713-3430; 1-800-343-1653 (toll free); e-mail: suzanne.ruark@maryland.gov

NORTH CENTRAL MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Cecil & Harford Counties)
Katherine E. (Beth) O'Connor, Regional Manager (410) 272-5358; 1-800-343-0955 (toll free); e-mail: katherine.o'connor@maryland.gov

SOUTHERN MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Calvert, Charles & St. Mary's Counties)
Susan C. Copsey, Regional Manager (301) 475-3770; 1-800-874-6797 (toll free); e-mail: susan.copsey@maryland.gov

UPPER EASTERN SHORE CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's & Talbot Counties)
Sandra E. Klunk, Regional Manager (410) 819-5801; 1-800-637-5563 (toll free); e-mail: sandy.klunk@maryland.gov

WESTERN MARYLAND CHILD-CARE OFFICE (Allegany, Garrett & Washington Counties)
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

GARRETT COUNTY FIELD OFFICE (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)
Dawna M. Rodeheaver (301) 334-3426; e-mail: dawna.rodeheaver@maryland.gov

MARYLAND EXCELS BRANCH
Jena Smith, Chief (410) 767-7845; e-mail: jena smith@maryland.gov

WORKFORCE ADVANCEMENT BRANCH
Angeline M. Bishop-Oshoko, Chief (410) 767-6916; e-mail: angeline.bishop-oshoko@maryland.gov

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM BRANCH
Rene' WIlliams, Chief; e-mail: rene.williams@maryland.gov

HEAD-START COLLABORATION
Vacancy, Coordinator (410) 767-0602
web: https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/about

Talbot County Head Start school bus, Center for Children & Families, 215 Bay St., Easton, Maryland, May 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

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.

EARLY LEARNING BRANCH
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

DIVISION OF EARLY INTERVENTION & SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
(R00A0113, formerly 36.01.01.13)
FY2023 appropriation: $12,849,738; authorized positions:
Vacancy, Assistant State Superintendent (410) 767-0238
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


Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Brenda T. Hussey-Gardner, Ph.D., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2024
Kristin Murphy, D.P.T., Vice-Chair (chosen by Governor)

Anna Maria Wilms Floet, M.D., 2022.

Karen M. Baumeister; Cynthia Bouchard; Pamela R. Bush-Jones; Elizabeth W. Hall; Cecilia Leger; Ana Mara; Kristen A. Paul; Jennifer K. Riccardi; FloJean Speck; Christy Tirrell-Corbin, Ph.D.. Terms expire 2025.

Eric D. Ebersole; Mary Jo Harris; Keight Tucker Kennedy. Terms expire 2026.

Representing Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council: Rachel B. London, Esq.

NONPUBLIC SPECIAL EDUCATION
Leigh E. Dalton, Chief (410) 767-0627; e-mail: leigh.dalton@maryland.gov

SPECIAL INITIATIVES BRANCH
Linda F. Bluth, Ed.D., Specialist (410) 767-0988; e-mail: linda.bluth@maryland.gov

FAMILY SUPPORT & DISPUTE RESOLUTION BRANCH
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

FAMILY SUPPORT SECTION
Kenneth L. Hudock, Supervisor (410) 767-0947; e-mail: kenneth.hudock@maryland.gov

INTERAGENCY COLLABORATION BRANCH
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

INTERAGENCY INITIATIVES SECTION
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


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
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


Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools to 3-year terms:
Leanne Carmona, Co-Chair, 2021
Pamela Talley, Co-Chair, 2021
Wendy Balda, Co-Vice-Chair, 2022
Marjorie Guldan, Co-Vice-Chair, 2021


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
Karla M. Marty, Chief (410) 767-0256; e-mail: karla.marty@maryland.gov

EARLY EDUCATION SECTION
Janette L. Guerra, Chief (410) 767-0234; e-mail: janette.guerra@maryland.gov

SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION SECTION
Michele M. Murphy, Chief (410) 767-0256; e-mail: dse-eis.murphy@maryland.gov

POLICY & ACCOUNTABILITY BRANCH
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

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT & MONITORING BRANCH
Ibijoke Owolabi, Chief (410) 767-0706
e-mail: ibijoke.owolabi2@maryland.gov
web: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/rmmb/index.aspx


GRANTS MANAGEMENT SECTION
Glenn B. Grayman, Specialist (410) 767-0243; e-mail: glenn.grayman@maryland.gov

MONITORING & ACCOUNTABILITY SECTION
Nicol A. Elliott, Chief (410) 767-0250; e-mail: nicol.elliott@maryland.gov

MARYLAND PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
R. Andrew Warner, Executive Director (410) 767-0376
e-mail: robert.warner1@maryland.gov
web: www.mpssaa.org/

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