RESOURCES
These resources that may be helpful to anyone interested in public education in Maryland, and particularly on the Eastern Shore.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (AASA)
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AASA (formerly the American Association of School Administrators) develops and supports school system leaders through the national exchange of ideas; access to professional learning, publications, and resources; and opportunities to champion initiatives to help transform the future of public schools.
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EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC)
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ERIC is an online library of education research and information, sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U. S. Department of Education.
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Harnessing strength by bringing together local leaders from all sectors, industries, and geographic regions of our state - people with a passion for making Maryland the best place to work and live. Together, we engage on the vital issues affecting our state and work to build solutions for real, actionable change.
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MARYLAND ASSOCIATION OF BOARDS OF EDUCATION (MABE)
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A private, non-profit organization dedicated to serving and supporting boards of education in Maryland. MABE is a leading advocate for public education in the state. All 24 Maryland boards of education are members of MABE
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MARYLAND COLLEGE AND CAREER READY STANDARDS (MCCRS)
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Information about readiness standards and resources to help every student achieve college and career readiness.
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Maryland's Legislative body and directly representing the electorate. The State has 47 districts
represented by 47 Senators and 141 Delegates.
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MARYLAND HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION (MHEC)
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The State's higher education regulatory and coordinating board, responsible for establishing statewide policies for Maryland public and private colleges and universities, as well as for the for-proft career schools. MHEC also administers more than $100 million each year through financial aid programs that positively impact students as they work to achieve their higher education goals.
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MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (MSDE)
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A dedicated team of educators, specialists, and administrators joined together by a single vision: to be a system of world-class schools where students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success in college, career, and life.
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NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARD ASSOCIATION (NSBA)
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NSBA's purpose is to ensure each student everywhere has access to excellent and equitable public education governed by high-performing school board leaders and supported by the community.
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PUBLIC SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENTS' ASSOCIATION OF MARYLAND (PSSAM)
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A non-profit advocacy organization jointly committed to partnering with local boards of education and governments to sustain excellence in education for more than 893,689 of Maryland's students.
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Mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.