Office of the Deputy for School Effectiveness

This Office drives academic policy reform and innovation efforts intended to ensure that the overall educational experience in Maryland is excellent, equitable, and effective. The Office’s areas of responsibility and oversight include:

• Elementary, Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Flexibility
• Ensuring Equitable Access to Excellent Educators (Equity Plan)
• Professional standards-setting and certification for teachers
• Federal and State programs to improve academic achievement among low-performing schools eligible for Title I funds

• Division of Educator Certification and Program Approval
• Educator Certification
  
• Division of Student Support, Academic Enrichment & Educational Policy
• Grants Administration and Resource Development
• Student Services & Strategic Planning
• Division of Rehabilitation Services
• Interscholastic Athletics (MPSSAA)
  
• Juvenile Services Education Program
• Office of Communications, Partnerships and Recognition
  
• Office of Pupil Transportation/Emergency Management
  
• School Facilities Branch
• Local Finance Reporting Office
  

Contact Information

Sylvia A. Lawson, Ph.D.
Deputy State Superintendent for School Effectiveness
Office of School Effectiveness
Phone: 410-767-0461
Email: sylvia.lawson@maryland.gov