Worcester Co. Schools announce next Superintendent

WORCESTER CO., Md. – The Worcester County Board of Education has announced the appointment of Dr. Annette Wallace as the next Superintendent of Schools.

As a lifelong resident of Worcester County and a graduate of Worcester County Public Schools, Dr. Wallace is the first female to have been named superintendent in Worcester County. She currently serves as Chief Safety and Academic Officer for grades 9 through 12.

“I am deeply honored and humbled to serve alongside the exceptional educators, staff, and school bus contractors who dedicate themselves each day to the success and well-being of every child in Worcester County Public Schools. I stand on the shoulders of the incredible teachers, staff, and administrators who came before me and whose mentorship has guided me throughout my journey,” said Dr. Wallace. “Our team will stay committed to our core mission of providing every student with a high-quality education that meets the needs of the whole child. We will focus on every student reading on grade level by grade 3, a marker of continued academic success. It will be our goal for every student to gain an education beyond high school through a skilled trade program, the military, and/or college or university. We WILL accomplish this by knowing every student by name, strength, and need!”

Dr. Wallace is slated to take over the position on July 1st.