About Us

Organized September 21, 1954 to provide leadership for quality education in the State of Maryland by addressing educational issues with a unified voice.

Established in 1954

Our members consists of the 24 school superintendents representing each of the local agencies in the State of Maryland.​



PSSAM Brochure
Constitution and Bylaws

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to actively take part in the legislative process at the State Board, General Assembly and Congressional levels.  To promote professional growth opportunities for superintendents.  To provide a networking mechanism to consider mutual concerns.  To provide a vehicle for collaboration with other organizations.  To provide an atmosphere for collegial support.  To project a vision for the future of public education.

Executive Director

Mary Pat Fannon
Executive Director

Past Executive Directors

Dr. Karen M. Couch
President PSSAM and
Superintendent
Kent County Public Schools

​Past Presidents

Dr. James S. (Scott) Smith
​Legislative Chair, PSSAM and
Superintendent
St. Mary's County Public Schools

PSSAM OFFICERS
Executive Committee 2019-2020
(Terms begin 5-4-2019)

President	Dr. Karen M. Couch
President-Elect	Dr. Kelly L. Griffith
Secretary	Dr. Patricia W. Saelens
Treasurer	Ms. Linda Johnson
AASA Governing Board Representative	Dr. Theresa R. Alban Dr. David A. Cox
Legislative Committee Chair	Mr. James S. (Scott) Smith
Immediate Past President	Dr. Daniel D. Curry
​Executive Director	Mary Pat Fannon