Hoyer Applauds Selection of Maryland's New State Superintendent of Schools

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) released the following statement today after the Maryland State Board of Education announced that Dr. Lillian M. Lowery will become Maryland's new State Superintendent of Schools:

"The State of Maryland is home to one of the nation's top public school systems, and I am confident that under Dr. Lowery's guidance, we will continue our strong commitment to public education, working to strengthen education policies and improve student performance. I look forward to working with Dr. Lowery to continue to provide the highest quality education to all of our children and build on the success of her predecessor, Nancy Grasmick. I would also like to thank interim Superintendent Dr. Bernard Sadusky for his service and hard work throughout the past few months, and for his continued commitment to Maryland's students and schools."