"Maryland State Superintendent Faces Controversy and Withdraws from Second Term"

Maryland state schools Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury has withdrawn his request for a second term, informing the state Board of Education of his intention to pursue other opportunities. The Board expressed gratitude for Choudhury's leadership in transforming education in Maryland, including improving reading proficiency rates and implementing innovative programs. Plans for transition and a national search for a new superintendent will be presented by the Board at its September 26 meeting. Choudhury was appointed in May 2021 and has focused on educational equity and student progress, although he acknowledges there is still work to be done.