Baltimore County Schools Superintendent Myriam Rogers to Retire

Rogers will step down after 30 years in education, including 3 years as superintendent.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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After 30 years in education, including three years as superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools, Myriam Rogers has announced she will retire effective July 1, 2026.

Why it matters

Rogers' retirement marks the end of an era for Baltimore County Schools, as she has been a key leader in the district for three decades. Her departure will set the stage for new leadership and a potential shift in the district's strategic direction.

The details

In a statement, Rogers said she is "humbled by the privilege to have begun and concluded" her career serving Baltimore County Public Schools. She noted that she is "confident the next leader of BCPS, in partnership with all stakeholders, will continue accelerating student achievement and building toward our shared vision of BCPS as one of the highest-performing school systems in the nation."

  • Rogers became superintendent on July 1, 2023.
  • Rogers' retirement will take effect on July 1, 2026.

The players

Myriam Rogers

The outgoing superintendent of Baltimore County Public Schools, who has announced her retirement after 30 years in education.

Baltimore County Public Schools

The school district that Rogers has led as superintendent for the past three years.

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What they’re saying

“Thirty years ago, when I welcomed my first group of students into my chemistry classroom at Woodlawn High School, I knew I had found my purpose. Working with students and helping shape their lives was exactly where I belonged.”

— Myriam Rogers, Superintendent (wbal.com)

“Thirty years later, with deep gratitude for this journey, I am announcing my retirement from Baltimore County Public Schools, effective July 1, 2026, after thoughtful reflection and conversations with my family and loved ones.”

— Myriam Rogers, Superintendent (wbal.com)

What’s next

The Baltimore County Board of Education will begin the process of selecting a new superintendent to replace Rogers when her retirement takes effect on July 1, 2026.

The takeaway

Rogers' retirement marks the end of an era for Baltimore County Schools, as she has been a key leader in the district for three decades. Her departure will set the stage for new leadership and a potential shift in the district's strategic direction as it aims to become one of the highest-performing school systems in the nation.