SMCPS FY2022 Operating Budget: Committed To The Future Through Equitable Education And Sustainability.pdf

Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) Superintendent Dr. J. Scott Smith and Assistant Superintendent Ms. Tammy McCourt's recommended operating budget for FY2022, grounded in a commitment to the future and student success. Key priorities include:

Students:

Equitable Access: Ensuring all students have access to rigorous and relevant learning experiences (Goal 1.1).
Personalized Learning: Providing engaging learning experiences tailored to individual student needs and interests (Goal 1.2).
Safety & Support: Creating safe, supportive environments fostering academic, social, and emotional growth (Goal 1.3).
Standard-Based Education: Aligning student learning with nationally recognized standards (Goal 1.4).
Assessment & Accountability: Implementing fair, meaningful, and timely measures of student learning (Goal 1.5) and preparing students for a balanced lifestyle (Goal 1.6).

Staff:

Highly Qualified & Effective: Maintaining a staff comprised of highly qualified, diverse educators (Goal 2.2) who actively drive their professional growth (Goal 2.4).
Supportive Culture: Fostering an open, trusting environment where staff are engaged and supported (Goal 2.3) and internal leadership is developed (Goal 2.6).

Sustainability & Resources:

Instructional Resources: Investing in resources to enhance teaching and learning (Goal 5.1).
Student Programs & Experiences: Allocating funds for programs and experiences that enrich student learning (Goal 5.2).
Technology Integration: Utilizing technology to engage students, improve communication, and enhance efficiency (Goal 5.3).
* Staff Development & Advancement: Investing in professional development, internal advancement, and growing leaders from within the system (Goal 5.5).