Superintendent of Schools

HCPS will measure success by ensuring students graduate prepared for their future: employed, enlisted, or enrolled in postsecondary opportunities. This is about ensuring that every student leaves HCPS with a pathway and a purpose.

CORE FOCUS

INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE

delivering high-quality materials, effective instruction, strong recruitment practices

POSITIVE CULTURE AND CLIMATE

prioritizing student voice, fostering a sense of belonging, strengthening family and community connections

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

strengthening communication, safety, budget stewardship, service

Dr. Mack’s superintendency will focus on student success, with the goal that every graduate is prepared to be employed in a career with growth opportunities, enlisted in the military, or enrolled in postsecondary education. Her core priorities include instructional excellence, positive culture and climate, and operational efficiency. Dr. Mack’s initial focus will be on listening, setting a shared vision, and aligning priorities with students, staff, families, the Board of Education, and community partners. Over the first six months, she will make strategic decisions, set measurable goals, and focus on continuous improvement.

Dr. Mack’s vision, “Ready by Design,” is centered on the belief that student readiness is not accidental. It must be intentionally planned, supported, and carried out across the entire school system. Her work will focus on ensuring every element of HCPS, including academics, operations, human resources, safety, family engagement, and community partnerships, is designed to help every student succeed.

Community Conversations

We invite families, staff, students, and community members to engage with Dr. Mack and her team for Community Conversations. In each conversation, Dr. Mack will discuss her strategic plan, budget, and partnering with parents. Join her to share feedback, ask questions, and help shape the future of HCPS.
Click here to register to attend a Community Conversation event.

Schedule of Events

• October 14, 2026, 6:00-7:30 p.m. – Edgewood High School Cafeteria
• October 19, 2026, 6:00-7:30 p.m. – Aberdeen High School Cafeteria
• November 5, 2026, 6:00-7:30 p.m. – Patterson Mill High School Cafeteria
• November 12, 2026, 6:00-7:30 p.m. – North Harford High School Cafeteria

Meet the Superintendent

Dr. Mack believes public education is a collective effort and that strong schools depend on meaningful collaboration with families, employees, students, businesses, nonprofit organizations, elected officials, the Board of Education, and the broader Harford County community. As part of this commitment, Dr. Mack hosted a series of summer “Meet the Superintendent” events throughout Harford County to allow families, staff, students, and community members to engage with her and her team, share feedback, ask questions, and help shape the future of HCPS.

Back to School Bash at Ripken

National Night Out

Jarrettsville Food Truck Event

Storytime at Joppa Library

Storytime at Abingdon Library

Superintendent’s Spotlight on Learning

In this video series, Dr. Mack shares system updates, special messages for staff, and highlights the incredible teaching and learning happening across our schools. Regular video updates are shared with all staff. Click here to access the video archive.