SMCPS Board of Education
For many current residents, history was made in December 1996, when the county-elected school Board took the helm, ending a long tradition of operating under an appointed Board. The Board is comprised of five members and a nonvoting student representative. The Board of Education of St. Mary's County represents the concerns and needs of the public in the governance of the St. Mary's County Public Schools. The Board establishes specific policies that govern school system operations and has authority over fiscal year budgets, curriculum materials, textbooks, personnel appointments, capital improvements, land acquisitions, grant applications, and other policy decisions. In addition to selecting and appointing the Superintendent of Schools, the Board also employs legal counsel and external auditors.Members of the Board
 Mr. William M. Mattingly Chairman District 03 Term Expires 2010 |
 Mrs. Cathy Allen Vice Chairman District 02 Term Expires 2008 |
 Mr. Gary K. Kessler Member At-Large Term Expires 2008 |
 Dr. Salvatore L. Raspa Member District 01 Term Expires 2010 |
 Mrs. Mary M. Washington Member District 04 Term Expires 2008 |
 Ms. Kate Rocheteau Student Member Term Expires 2009 |
 Dr. Michael J. Martirano Secretary/Treasurer | ||