At a Glance
Blueprint for Maryland's Future
In partnership with the Maryland State Board of Education, the Accountability and Implementation Board, and local education agencies, the Maryland State Department of Education is reimagining programs and initiatives in order to best implement the Blueprint and lead Maryland’s educational system forward. The Maryland State Department of Education will continuously assess and improve upon its capacity to guide the future of Maryland education.
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Mission and Vision
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The early years are the most critical period for brain development and set the foundation for lifelong learning and achievement. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future emphasizes equitable early education opportunities that prepare all children for school and success through a mixed-delivery system comprised of public and private Pre-K partnerships that will expand family options.
The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future is elevating the stature of the teaching profession through the implementation of a career ladder, competitive salaries, including raising starting pay to $60,000, incentives for National Board Certified teachers up to $17,000, as well as raising expectations for teacher preparation, induction, and mentoring programs to attract and retain high-quality teachers.
Engagement Spotlight
Engagement
Educator Diversity Roundtable
The State Board of Education and the Maryland State Department of Education hosted a roundtable on teacher diversity co-facilitated by Maryland Teacher of the Year, Brianna Ross and State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury on April 21, 2022. The purpose was to hear from educators of color about their experiences in education and ideas for better supporting the recruitment and retention of a more diverse educator workforce.