The Professional Standards & Teacher Education Board convened on March 7, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to discuss various updates and initiatives within Maryland's education system. The meeting began with announcements from board members, highlighting significant achievements and upcoming deadlines.

Dr. Shockley opened the announcements by celebrating the University of Maryland's College of Education, which raised the most funds during the recent giving day, surpassing other colleges. This achievement was noted as particularly impressive given the competitive nature of fundraising among different academic departments.

Kelly reminded board members of the approaching deadline for ethics disclosures, emphasizing the importance of compliance by April 1. This reminder served as a prompt for members to ensure their submissions were completed on time.

Mr. Bolsan shared insights from his recent visit to Roy Williams Elementary School in Harford County, where a new model school program is being implemented in collaboration with Towson University. He expressed enthusiasm about the innovative approaches being taken in teacher preparation and the potential for scaling this model to other schools in the future.

Miss Mabette contributed to the discussion by highlighting positive developments at Booker T. Washington Middle School, where she teaches. She proudly announced that the school has received recognition, with Mr. Perry being named Baltimore City Teacher of the Year and the principal awarded as the heart of the school's principal for the current academic year.

Dr. Shockley concluded the announcements by inviting everyone to Maryland Day, an event open to the public featuring free food, games, and activities, encouraging community participation and engagement.

The meeting underscored the board's commitment to enhancing educational standards and fostering collaboration between educational institutions and local schools. The discussions reflected a proactive approach to addressing challenges in teacher education and celebrating successes within Maryland's educational landscape.