Our History
Norm Augustine of Martin Marietta appointed chairman; June Streckfus hired as executive director - 53 companies join. First annual meeting boasts largest number of CEOs to meet with MD’s Governor on a single issue.
Committees established and partnerships developed. Business partners assigned to 8 schools in need of assistance.
MBRT develops 5-year plan for technology in education, and surveys employers to identify the knowledge and skills students should acquire before graduation. Works with MSDE to develop rigorous high school standards.
Five of 8 Maryland Partnership schools improve performance, outpacing state average. Expands Maryland Partnership to 34 schools.
Speakers Bureau expanded to 14 school districts (1,200 speakers reach 62,000 students). Third workforce survey conducted.
Awards received from National Association of State Directors of Vocational Technology Education and the Achievement Initiative for Maryland’s Minority Students.
Work begins on teen website to guide students in exploring careers. Student-to-computer ratio goal of 5:1 met.
MBRT tapped to create State’s STEM Innovation Network (STEMnet). Maryland awarded a federal Race To The Top grant; MBRT included as partner. State Board of Education adopts Common Core Standards and new Educator Effectiveness evaluation system. Maryland named #1 in education by EdWeek for 3rd consecutive year. MHEC funds expansion of Speakers Bureau to high-need middle schools.