State Gov. O’Malley pleased with new superintendent

Gov. Martin O’Malley said he was pleased with Lowery’s hiring.

“In Maryland, we’ve built nationally-recognized early childhood development programs, increased student achievement and graduation rates, and prepared more students for college and career through increased access to Advanced Placement. Under Dr. Lowery’s leadership, we can work with renewed vigor to close persistent achievement gaps, increase the number of high school graduates with career and technical skills, and boost our efforts to train the best principals for our schools,” he said. “Together, we can continue to build on the progress we’ve made to give our children the tools to build a better future.”

Lowery holds a doctorate in education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Polytechnic and State University, as well as a masters of dducation in Curriculum and Instruction from University of North Carolina, and a bachelors degree in English and Secondary Education from North Carolina Central University. She is also a nationally known speaker and recognized as a leader among chief state school officials.

Dr. Sadusky has served as Interim State Superintendent since July 1, 2011. He replaced Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, who retired in 2011 after 20 years as State Superintendent of Schools.