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Board hears two finalists’ approaches to superintendent search process
Summary
Two search-consultant teams — MABE and Hazard Young Atia (HYA) — presented competing approaches to conducting a superintendent search for Queen Anne's County Public Schools. Presenters emphasized confidentiality, stakeholder engagement, and differing recruitment and fee models.
Queen Anne's County Board of Education members heard competing proposals on Feb. 5, 2025, from the Maryland Association of Boards of Education (MABE) and Hazard Young Atia (HYA) on how to run a search for the district's next superintendent.
MABE’s executive director Milton Nagel, joined by retired Caroline County superintendent Dr. Shirley, described a process that emphasizes confidentiality, stakeholder input and compliance with Maryland certification requirements. “Overall, this is one of your biggest responsibilities,” Nagel said, adding that boards should build a timeline that allows a signed superintendent contract on or…
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