J. Scott Smith Email & Phone Number

23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, Maryland 20650

The superintendent of St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) oversees 27 schools educating almost 18,000 students. The school system is large enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs and services, yet small enough to maintain an atmosphere of friendliness, helpfulness, and personalized service. The superintendent oversees three divisions - The Division of Instruction, the Division of Finance and Human Resources, and the Division of Supporting Services. The annual operational budget exceeds 300 million dollars. At SMCPS we understand that education must engage students and align to their interests and aspirations. To do this, we provide a tailored educational experience to our learners, offering choice of courses and academic pathways. We are particularly proud of our signature academic pathways: the STEM Academy, The Academy of Global International Studies, The National Academy of Finance and our newest addition, the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts. Couple this with our James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center and the possibilities for our students reflects the needs of the 21st Century.

The Assistant Superintendent of Instruction for St. Mary's County Public Schools (SMCPS) oversees twenty seven schools serving more that 18,000 students.

The Executive Director of Secondary Schools oversees the four middle schools, three high schools, technical center, and the Fairlead Academy. Over 9,000 students attend these schools.

Leonardtown High School

The principal of Leonardtown High School (LHS) oversees a comprehensive high school of 1,900 students and a professional staff of 130. Initially employed at LHS as and English teacher in 1991, I assumed multiple roles such as theater sponsor, yearbook sponsor, newspaper sponsor, literary magazine sponsor, English department chair, Evening High School administrator, assistant principal, and ultimately principal.

St. Mary'S County, Maryland, United States

Taught all levels of English grade 9-12 from on-grade level to Advanced Placement. Department Chair 1996-1999. Theater, Literary Magazine, and National Honor Society sponsor. Assistant Principal II and Assistant Principal III charged with all operations of the school, observation and evaluation of English and Social Studies staff, and creation of the master schedule.

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Master Of Education (Med), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Secondary Education And Teaching / English