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Understanding Education Board Responsibilities: Education Oversight

When we think about the quality of education in our community, who ensures that schools are held accountable? Who monitors the policies, budgets, and overall direction of our school system? The answer lies in the work of your Baltimore County Board of Education. These members play a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape, ensuring transparency, and safeguarding the interests of students, educators, and taxpayers alike. In this post, I will walk you through the esse

3 days ago4 min read

Education Advocacy

Education shapes the future. It is the foundation upon which communities build their success and resilience. In Baltimore County, the conversation around education advocacy is gaining momentum. Parents, educators, and voters alike are asking: How can we ensure our schools serve every student well? How do we improve transparency and fiscal responsibility in our school system? These questions are at the heart of all my efforts as a member of the Baltimore County Board of Educat

Feb 254 min read

The Crucial Role of Independent Oversight in Baltimore County Public Schools Budget Transparency

Public education is a cornerstone of any community, and the effective use of taxpayer dollars in schools is vital to student success. Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) operates with a budget that has grown significantly in recent years, yet student proficiency in key subjects remains a concern. This gap raises an important question: how can the public be sure that funds are managed responsibly and effectively? The introduction of independent oversight through Maryland’s

Feb 163 min read

BCPS Budget Transparency: A Comparison with Other Maryland Districts

As a member of the Baltimore County Board of Education, I have been closely examining our proposed FY2027 budget. Transparency in our budgeting process is essential, especially when it comes to how we allocate resources within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system compared to other districts in Maryland. In this blog post, I will explore the budget transparency of BCPS, comparing it with the budgets of Anne Arundel, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's County P

Feb 94 min read

Inside the Maggie4Students Movement: A Student-Focused Advocacy

When I first heard about the Maggie4Students movement, I was drawn to its clear mission: to put students first in Baltimore County’s education system. This is not just another campaign. It is a call for real change, driven by a deep commitment to improving student outcomes, increasing transparency, and ensuring responsible use of public funds. But what exactly does this movement stand for? And why does it matter so much to the community? Let me take you inside this important

Jan 294 min read

Decoding Educational Salaries: Unraveling the Mysteries Behind FTEs and Budget Expenditures

Understanding how salaries and wages are distributed across educational departments can feel like solving a complex puzzle. When looking at the operating budget, especially in terms of Full-Time Equivalent positions (FTEs) and their corresponding salaries, the numbers don’t always align in an obvious way. This disconnect can make it difficult to grasp how funds are allocated and what drives the average salaries in different categories. Take the Office of Educational Opportuni

Jan 2812 min read

Education Committee Insights: Understanding the Roles of the Education Oversight Committee

When it comes to shaping the future of our schools, who holds the reins? The answer lies partly with the education oversight committee. This group plays a crucial role in ensuring that educational policies and practices meet the needs of students, parents, and educators alike. But what exactly does this committee do? How does it influence the quality of education in our community? Let’s explore the vital roles and responsibilities that define this important body. Education Co

Jan 214 min read

The Power of Evidence-Driven Teaching Methods

When it comes to shaping the future of our children, education is the cornerstone. But how do we ensure that the methods used in classrooms truly benefit students? The answer lies in embracing evidence-driven teaching methods . These approaches rely on solid research and data to guide instructional decisions, rather than tradition or intuition alone. This shift is not just a trend; it is a necessary evolution to improve student outcomes, transparency, and fiscal responsibilit

Jan 194 min read

Understanding the FY2024 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County Schools

! By: Maggie Litz Domanowski (Opinions reflect those of the author and are not a reflection of the Baltimore County Board of Education.) For the past several budget cycles, I have started with the Superintendent's proposed budget and worked my way backward. In preparation for the FY2027 budget cycle, I'm trying something different. Hopefully, this time I can avoid censure. Instead of trying to match the current proposed budget to the past, I matched our most recent adopted bu

Dec 9, 20254 min read

Understanding the FY24 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County

Capital Funds Overview The FY24 budget reflects significant financial allocations that impact our schools. Here’s a breakdown of the capital funds: Adopted Budget Maryland (State) Expenditures: $46,055,000 Baltimore (County) Expenditures: $203,919,000 Actual Budget Maryland (State) Expenditures: $71,477,000 Baltimore (County) Expenditures: $214,941,000 These figures highlight a notable increase in both state and county expenditures, indicating a commitment to enhancing ed

Dec 9, 20252 min read

2024 Division of Board of Education

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 001 - Board of Education 1.0 Professional staff position 1.0 Total staff positions $198,671 in Salaries & Wages $146,100 in Contracted Services $2,000 in Supplies & Materials $196,900 in Other Charges $543,671 in Total General Fund Expenditures $0 in Special Revenue Fund Expenditures $543,671

Dec 9, 20252 min read

2024 Division of Chief of Staff

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 003 - Chief of Staff 4.0 Professional staff positions 1.0 Support staff positions 5.0 Total staff positions $811,192 in Salaries & Wages $9,000 in Contracted Services $6,300 in Supplies & Materials $1,180 in Other Charges $827,673 in General Fund Expenditures $0 in Special Revenue Fund Expend

Dec 9, 20253 min read

2024 Division of Human Resources

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 088 - Chief Human Resources Officer 1.0 Professional staff positions 1.0 Support staff positions 2.0 Total staff positions $354,089 in Salaries & Wages $12,389 in Contracted Services $5,600 in Supplies & Materials $1,725 in Other Charges $373,800 in General Fund Expenditures $0 in Special Rev

Dec 9, 20253 min read

2024 Division of Information Technology

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 092 - Chief Information Officer 1.0 Professional staff position 1.0 Support staff position 2.0 Total staff positions $414,323 in Salaries & Wages $135,029 in Contracted Services $39,579 in Supplies & Materials $3,813 in Other Charges $592,744 in General Fund Expenditures $0 in Special Revenue

Dec 9, 20253 min read

2024 Division of Fiscal Services

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 051 - Chief Financial Officer 1.0 Professional staff position 1.0 Support staff position 2.0 Total staff positions $348,872 in Salaries & Wages $7,00 in Contracted Services $8,500 in Supplies & Materials $760 in Other Charges $365,132 in Total General Fund Expenditures $0 in Special Revenue F

Dec 9, 20254 min read

With a NET FY Operating Budget ‘Surplus’ of $318 Million between 2022-2024, You’d think BCPS would be in a fiscally Healthy Position.

Comprehending the Fiscal Year Operating Budget Books of Baltimore County Public Schools. -by Maggie Litz Domanowski (The views expressed are those of Maggie Litz Domanowski and do not represent the Baltimore County Board of Education) Every year, usually in January, BCPS board members receive a Superintendent's Proposed Fiscal Year Operating Book to review, discuss, question, and eventually “adopt” as our own Baltimore County Board of Education operating budget. These budge

Dec 7, 20256 min read

Division of Curriculum & Instruction by Department

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 004 - Chief Academic Officer 2.0 Professional staff positions 1.0 Support staff positions 3.0 Total staff positions $517,524 in Salaries & Wages $1,367,320 in Contracted Services $17,440,843 in Supplies & Materials $13,265 in Other Charges $19,338,952 in Total General Fund Expenditures (GFE)

Dec 7, 202514 min read

Division of the Deputy Superintendent by Department

All FY24 Adopted Budget data came from the FY2024 adopted operating budget book. All FY24 Actual Budget data came from the FY2026 adopted operating budget book. FY24 Adopted Budget Dept. 079 - Deputy Superintendent* (*The position of Deputy Superintendent was held by Myriam Rogers prior to becoming superintendent in July 2023.) 2.0 Professional staff positions 1.0 Support staff position 3.0 Total staff positions $509,077 in Salaries & Wages $9,752 in Contracted Services $3,50

Dec 7, 20256 min read

Southeast Planning Area

By: Maggie Litz Domanowski (All opinions are of Maggie Litz Domanowski and not reflective of the Baltimore County Board of Education.) BCPS's Southeast planning area feeds into five high schools including Sollers Point Technical. Sollers is a unique half-day only school, where students attend for their technical program and supportive STEM course, but take all additional required graduation courses at their home school (Sparrows Point, Chesapeake, Dundalk, or Patapsco High).

Nov 20, 20255 min read

BCPS Central Planning Area

Central Planning Area according 2024-2025 Boundary Studies By: Maggie Litz Domanowski (Opinions are of Maggie Litz Domanowski and are not reflective of the Baltimore County Board of Education) With 31 schools enrolling 20,794 students in 2025, the central planning area is the largest zone by land mass. High schools in the Central area also affect four other schools in surrounding areas. Some students from Franklin, Harford Hills, and Pine Grove Elementary, as well as Pine Gro

Nov 10, 20257 min read

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September 22, 2025

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August 30, 2025

The Kim Klacik Live Show with guest Maggie Litz Domanowski

WCBM Radio 680

September 19, 2025

The Kim Klacik Live Show with guest Maggie Litz Domanowski

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August 29, 2025

"Maryland State Board of Education reverses censure of Baltimore County School Board member"

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August 28, 2025

"State board rolls back censure on Baltimore County school board member"

The Baltimore Sun

August 27, 2025

"Censured Baltimore County school board member announces re-election bid"

The Baltimore Sun

July 10, 2025

"Censure of Baltimore County school board member ‘defies reason,’ state rules"

The Baltimore Banner

August 27, 2025

"Baltimore County school board member remains censured as more lawmakers weigh in."

The Baltimore Sun

March 26, 2025

"Baltimore County school board didn’t discuss member’s censure. But the public did."

The Baltimore Banner

March 25, 2025

"Baltimore Co. School Board member speaks out following recent censure"

Fox 45 News

March 21, 2025

Delegates Nawrocki, Szeliga speak out against censure of Baltimore County Board of Education member

NottinghamMD.com

March 20, 2025

"Delegates ask Baltimore County school board to rescind censure of Maggie Domanowski"

The Baltimore Sun

March 20, 2025

"Lawmakers call censure of Baltimore Co. School board member an 'overreaction and bullying'"

Fox 45 News

March 20, 2025

C4 and Bryan Nehman interview with Maggie Litz Domanowski

WBAL 1090 Radio

March 18, 2025

C4 and Bryan Nehman WBAL segment on BCPS Censure of Maggie Litz Domanowski

WBAL 1090 Radio

March 13, 2025

"Baltimore County school board censures member for ‘disrespectful conduct’"

The Baltimore Banner

March 12, 2025

"Conservative parent activists want Maryland schools to ban two books. A new school board member is receptive."

The Baltimore Sun

January 31, 2023

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"New Board of Education member brings culture wars to BCPS"

The Dulaney Griffin

December 12, 2022

"Baltimore County school board has its winners, but its racial makeup is questioned"

The Baltimore Banner

November 21, 2022

"Winners in four contested Baltimore County school board races finalized"

The Baltimore Sun

November 21, 2022

"Teachers union-backed candidates well ahead in 2 Baltimore County school board races; mail-in ballots could decide 2 others"

The Baltimore Banner

November 9, 2022

"Baltimore County school board race heats up with endorsements, warnings"

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October 31, 2022

"Baltimore County school board contests reflect national divide over what can be discussed in the classroom"

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Campaign & Education News

Understanding Education Board Responsibilities: Education Oversight

Education Advocacy

The Crucial Role of Independent Oversight in Baltimore County Public Schools Budget Transparency

BCPS Budget Transparency: A Comparison with Other Maryland Districts

Inside the Maggie4Students Movement: A Student-Focused Advocacy

Decoding Educational Salaries: Unraveling the Mysteries Behind FTEs and Budget Expenditures

Education Committee Insights: Understanding the Roles of the Education Oversight Committee

The Power of Evidence-Driven Teaching Methods

Understanding the FY2024 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County Schools

Understanding the FY24 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County

2024 Division of Board of Education

2024 Division of Chief of Staff

2024 Division of Human Resources

2024 Division of Information Technology

2024 Division of Fiscal Services

With a NET FY Operating Budget ‘Surplus’ of $318 Million between 2022-2024, You’d think BCPS would be in a fiscally Healthy Position.

Division of Curriculum & Instruction by Department

Division of the Deputy Superintendent by Department

Southeast Planning Area

BCPS Central Planning Area

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Campaign & Education News

Understanding Education Board Responsibilities: Education Oversight

Education Advocacy

The Crucial Role of Independent Oversight in Baltimore County Public Schools Budget Transparency

BCPS Budget Transparency: A Comparison with Other Maryland Districts

Inside the Maggie4Students Movement: A Student-Focused Advocacy

Decoding Educational Salaries: Unraveling the Mysteries Behind FTEs and Budget Expenditures

Education Committee Insights: Understanding the Roles of the Education Oversight Committee

The Power of Evidence-Driven Teaching Methods

Understanding the FY2024 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County Schools

Understanding the FY24 Budget: A Comprehensive Overview for Baltimore County

2024 Division of Board of Education

2024 Division of Chief of Staff

2024 Division of Human Resources

2024 Division of Information Technology

2024 Division of Fiscal Services

With a NET FY Operating Budget ‘Surplus’ of $318 Million between 2022-2024, You’d think BCPS would be in a fiscally Healthy Position.

Division of Curriculum & Instruction by Department

Division of the Deputy Superintendent by Department

Southeast Planning Area

BCPS Central Planning Area

In The News

Maggie 4 Students

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