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Child Care Scholarship Program Briefing 02.04.2026 6 MSDE Strategic Plan Goals 1 Every child has access to a high- quality early childhood program. PILLAR 1: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 2 Every school has high-quality and diverse teachers and leaders. PILLAR 2: HIGH-QUALITY & DIVERSE TEACHERS AND LEADERS 3 Every student graduates high school college and career ready. PILLAR 3: COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS 4 Every student is matched with the resources they need to ensure their success. PILLAR 4: MORE RESOURCES FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 5 Every school and district receives a rating of ___ or higher. PILLAR 5: GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY strategicplan.marylandpublicschools.org Visit the Maryland State Department of Education website to learn more about the Strategic Plan! strategicplan.marylandpublicschools.org