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Blueprint for Maryland's Future

Blueprint for Maryland's Future

The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Overview

The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future ("The Blueprint") is a comprehensive legislative initiative enacted in 2021, stemming from the recommendations of the Kirwan Commission, aimed at transforming Maryland's public schools into a world-class system. Recognizing the increasing global competitiveness and the societal benefits of a highly educated populace, The Blueprint outlines a multi-faceted approach centered around five key pillars:

  1. Early Childhood Education
  2. High-quality and Diverse Teachers and Leaders
  3. College and Career Readiness
  4. More Resources for Students to Be Successful
  5. Governance and Accountability

The legislation introduces significant policy changes and increased funding, overseen by the Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB), with the ultimate goal of ensuring all Maryland students graduate high school globally competitive and prepared for postsecondary education, work, and life. Fiscal requirements are being phased in, impacting local school system budgets and requiring adherence to specific timelines for salary increases and resource allocation.

Benefits of The Blueprint

The benefits of The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future are vast and aim to transform Maryland public schools into a world-class system. Recognizing the increasing global competition faced by students, the Blueprint, stemming from the recommendations of the Kirwan Commission, intends to enable Maryland's education system to perform at the level of the world’s best.

The benefits include:

  • Societal Improvements: Research indicates that as a society’s education level rises, there are decreases in crime and health care costs. Furthermore, the cycle of inter-generational poverty is expected to begin to break, civic engagement will improve, and family structures will be strengthened.
  • Individual Prosperity: Increased education and skill levels are projected to lead to higher personal income and an improved quality of life for individuals.
  • Economic Advantages: Businesses are expected to be more prosperous because they can more easily recruit a workforce with the necessary talent and skills required in the increasingly sophisticated modern workplace.
  • Global Competitiveness and Preparedness: The overarching outcome of the Blueprint is that all Maryland students will leave high school globally competitive and prepared for success in postsecondary education, work, and life.

Transforming Education

The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future represents a significant and ambitious undertaking to transform the state's public education system. By focusing on early childhood education, teacher quality, college and career readiness, equitable resource allocation, and robust accountability, the legislation aims to equip all Maryland students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a globalized world. The implementation of The Blueprint involves substantial policy shifts and increased financial investments, requiring careful oversight and adherence to established timelines by both state and local education agencies, as exemplified by the specific requirements and experiences of Calvert County Public Schools. The AIB plays a crucial role in ensuring effective implementation and holding stakeholders accountable for achieving the ambitious goals of this transformative initiative.

The Blueprint for Maryland's Future is anticipated to yield broad benefits ranging from improved societal well-being and individual prosperity to a more competitive workforce and a globally competitive education system for all Maryland students.

Blueprint Contact

Dr. Marcella Gruver

Dr. Marcella Gruver

Coordinator, Blueprint and Communications

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