Baltimore, MD, August 30, 2026 — The new academic year has commenced for both Baltimore County Public Schools and Harford County Public Schools, each embarking on this chapter with new leadership at the helm. Dr. Bill Heiser is taking the lead as the superintendent for Baltimore County Public Schools, while Dr. Dyann Mack has been appointed as the superintendent for Harford County Public Schools.

Both districts are set to navigate the coming school year with a defined set of priorities. For Dr. Heiser in Baltimore County, these areas of focus are slated to include enhancing student achievement, improving financial efficiency within the district, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring school safety. Similarly, Dr. Mack in Harford County has identified student achievement, financial efficiency, culture, and school safety as key objectives for her tenure.

The transition to new leadership occurs at a time when both school districts are confronting notable budget challenges. The specifics of these financial challenges were not detailed in the provided summary, but they represent a significant contextual element as the new superintendents begin their work. The ability to address these fiscal constraints will likely play a crucial role in the successful implementation of their stated priorities.

Dr. Heiser and Dr. Mack are tasked with steering their respective educational systems through these priorities while managing the complexities of their current budgetary landscapes. The commencement of the school year marks the beginning of their efforts to lead and shape the educational experience for students in Baltimore and Harford Counties.


Story summarized from the original created by Caroline Foreback on www.cbsnews.com, see more information here.

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