Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) was honored to welcome Dr. Joshua Michael, President of the Maryland State Board of Education, for a visit earlier this week. Dr. Michael spent time at both Crellin Elementary School and Southern Garrett High School, engaging with students and staff and learning more about GCPS’s instructional programs.
At Crellin Elementary, Dr. Michael toured the school, visited classrooms, and spoke with teachers and students in the Environmental Education Laboratory. At Southern Garrett High School, Dr. Michael observed a variety of instructional settings, including a Computer Science class, an eighth-grade math class, and an Algebra II class.
GCPS appreciates Dr. Michael’s time and interest in the district and looks forward to continued collaboration with the Maryland State Board of Education.




