Maggie Domanowski

I’m not saying this applies to every educator or every parent. But I am saying it absolutely applies to me. When I joined the Board, the only thing I cared about was our students. I wasn’t trying to “make nice” with my one and only hire, because I was never worried about whether they liked me—or what they could do for me. And I wasn’t focused on getting along with legislators for the same reason. I didn’t care about being liked. I cared about what we could do for students. My focus was...

Baltimore County Board of Education Member Maggie Litz Domanwski I want to start by saying this: the name “BAB Club” isn’t really my style. The words behind it aren’t words I’d normally choose. But sometimes a label sticks because it captures something real—something you can’t quite fit into a softer phrase without losing the strength of it. And what it captures, at its core, is a group of women who are done shrinking. Women who love their kids, love their communities, and love this state...

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 essential roles of...