Dr. Joshua Michael Elected to Lead State Board of Education

Today, the Maryland State Board of Education voted unanimously to elect Dr. Joshua Michael as President and Dr. Monica Goldson as Vice President for the 2024-2025 term.

Dr. Michael was appointed to the State Board by Gov. Wes Moore in April 2023. As President, he brings experience as an educator, public school parent, and policy expert to his service. Dr. Michael currently serves as Executive Director of the nonprofit Sherman Family Foundation, which provides grants to non-profit organizations for young people in Baltimore, focusing on early childhood and K-12 education. Dr. Goldson, also appointed by Gov. Moore, began her service on the State Board in July 2023. She is the retired Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS), the state’s second-largest school system. 

“Over the past year, this board has deliberately elevated the consequential work of educating children in Maryland. We have emphasized values of transparency, accountability and partnership — all in service of improving outcomes for all children,” said Dr. Michael. “As State Board President, I will strive to continue that work and guide us in taking it to the next level.”

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Source: Maryland State Department of Education