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Superintendent Scott Coward to retire after 46-year education career, says he will stay an advocate

Carroll County Board of Education · March 20, 2026
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Carroll County Superintendent Scott Coward announced he will retire at the end of June (or when the board hires a successor), citing 46 years in education and 16 years leading Carroll County Schools; he highlighted district gains including a 97.7% graduation rate and facility improvements.

Superintendent Scott Coward told the Carroll County Board of Education on March 9 that he plans to retire at the end of June or when the board appoints his successor to ensure a smooth transition. Coward, who said his career in public education spans 46 years and 38 years with Carroll County Schools, reviewed district accomplishments and thanked staff, board members and his family.

"I plan to retire as superintendent of Carroll County Schools at the end of June or until the point in time that the board has hired their next…

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