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Dr. Dyann Mack Makes History as Harford County Public Schools' First Black Superintendent

Dr. Dyann Mack has been appointed as the first Black superintendent of Harford County Public Schools, marking a historic milestone.

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Dr. Dyann Mack Makes History as Harford County Public Schools' First Black Superintendent

HARFORD COUNTY, Md. — Dr. Dyann Mack has officially been appointed as the new superintendent of Harford County Public Schools (HCPS), making history in multiple ways.

Dr. Mack is notable for being the first graduate of HCPS to return as superintendent, as well as the first individual from Joppatowne High School to hold this position. Additionally, she is recognized as the first Black superintendent in the history of HCPS.

Board of Education President Lauren Paige expressed confidence in Dr. Mack's leadership, stating, “Her leadership reflects a deep understanding of our schools, our students, and our community. We are proud to welcome her into this role and confident in her vision for the future of Harford County Public Schools.”

Since stepping in as interim superintendent in January 2026, Dr. Mack has been praised for her thoughtful and student-centered approach to leadership.

In her own words, Dr. Mack remarked, “It is an incredible honor to serve as Superintendent of the school system that helped shape me. I am deeply grateful to the board for their trust and to this community for its support. Together, we will continue to build on our successes and ensure every student is Ready by Design.”

Dr. Mack's official tenure will begin on July 1, 2026, under a newly signed contract. She aims to work collaboratively with the Board of Education, HCPS staff, students, families, and the broader community to further the district's mission and objectives.

Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR-2 News (source).

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