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Our Elementary School Leaders came together to represent MCPS at the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) Connected School Leader Conference on April 17,2026. 

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“Technology atrophies skills that we once had… your humanity is going to be your most vital and sought-after skill. Keeping schools human-centered when making technology choices is vital.”
By focusing on AI, the conference aimed to equip administrators with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and lead through an evolving educational landscape.
Our goal is not simply to explore what AI can do, but to thoughtfully examine what it should do within our district, how it can support leaders without replacing the professional judgment and relationships that are at the heart of education.
“I have a lot more work to do here,” says Principal Jessica Fitzgerald. “I see myself here in the long term.”
The agreement establishes a foundational contract for administrative and supervisory leaders and delivers immediate, meaningful gains through a collaborative, interest-based bargaining process.

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