Worcester County Board of Education member Katie Addis resigns as district 6 Rep.

Worcester County Board of Education

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. – One of the Worcester County Board of Education members unexpectedly resigned Wednesday.

The county announced District 6 Representative, Katie Addis, will resign from her position. The news came after an annual public budget input meeting. She has served in the position for 3 years, and has represented and advocated for the needs of district 6.

Addis writes in a statement: “Thank you for the privilege of serving you. As we look ahead, I remain confident in the strength, resilience, and goodness of this community. Let us continue to show up for one another, engage with respect, and work together for a brighter future.”

Board of Education president Todd Ferrante says the end was unexpected, but he wishes Addis well in her future endeavors.

“I didn’t have a problem with Katie disagreeing on the issues before us. I was always courteous to her, she came to work and did her homework, and I respected that, but we differed on many positions and opinions in our school system, but that’s part of being on boards.”

What’s next for the opened position? The Worcester County Board of Education is made up of seven members who serve staggered, four-year terms.

Each member is elected from each of the seven election districts. The Worcester County Commissioners will now fill the seat left vacant by Addis.

Ferrante tells WMDT, more information on that is forthcoming.

“Really goes to the County Commissioner from that district, so that Commissioner from District 6 would appoint an interim board member to serve out their remaining part of Mrs. Addis’ term.”

Commissioner John Bunting represents District 6 – he will now make the call on who to appoint. Because its an election year in 2026 – for the board – he may decide to wait.