AACPS board unanimously reappoints Dr. Mark Bedell to second four‑year term
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The board voted 8–0 to reappoint Superintendent Mark Bedell to a second four‑year term (07/01/2026–06/30/2030), subject to a contract and state superintendent approval; trustees applauded his district leadership during the public meeting.
The Anne Arundel County Board of Education voted unanimously to reappoint Dr. Mark Bedell to a second four‑year term as superintendent, beginning July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2030. The motion was contingent on the parties reaching a new contract and on approval by the Maryland State Superintendent as required by law.
Trustees who spoke in favor of reappointment praised Bedell for district outreach, mentoring initiatives and student recognition programs described in his superintendent’s report earlier in the meeting. The motion passed 8–0 on the board floor.
Dr. Bedell will remain in office while staff and the board finalize contract details and pursue the required state approval process. The board said it will return to the contract for finalization once negotiations are complete.