MARK
COVINGTON
for Board of Education
“Teachers are worth their weight in diamonds.
That's how valuable education is and how much an effective teacher brings to society as a whole.”
- Mark Covington
Meet Mark
Mark Covington has spent his entire career fighting for students.Guided by his belief in making the world a better place, one student at a time, Mark has delivered tangible results for schools and students over the course of his 30+ years in the classroom–raising graduation rates, securing millions in school funding, and training the next generation of educators.
He’s served the community as Vice Chair of the Howard County Public School System Community Advisory Council, Vice Chair of the Hickory Ridge Village Board, and a member of the Howard County Public School System Operating Budget Review Committee. Now, Mark is ready to serve every student, every teacher, and every HCPSS family on the Howard County Board of Education
Elizabeth M. Dodds - Educator and Former Mentee of Mark Covington
“My second year of teaching I struggled a great deal. So, I made my way into Mark’s office, utterly exhausted and emotionally drained, and told him my difficulties. During that conversation, what stands out to me the most is when he stated “Elizabeth, you have to decide - are you sure teaching is your calling?”
And to be honest, I was initially offended, because I had wanted to be a teacher for most of my life. But in retrospect, I have to thank him for saying that, because if it weren’t for that conversation, I don’t know if I would have pushed myself to become the best educator I could be….
Mark Covington is a person who positively impacted my life and those that he led, whether as a school leader, a teacher, a mentor, or simply just a listening ear. I know the Howard County Board of Education would benefit greatly from his involvement.”
Michael Frazier - Educator and Former Mentee of Mark Covington
“I believe Mark when he says our schools should be places of possibility — where every child, no matter their background, has access to a high-quality education.
I believe Mark when he says that he believes in strong support for our teachers, open communication with families, and policies that reflect the real needs of our students.
I believe that Mark is ready to bring his experience, heart, and vision to the Board of Education.
Howard County, you need leaders on the board who understand what happens in schools every day — who believes in the work that schools are doing for students, who has been a leader, and who has never stopped caring. Mark is someone who believes that when we invest in our kids, we invest in our future.”
Make an Impact Today!
Mark Will Fight To:
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Every resource our students and educators need should be at their fingertips, fully funded and protected from cuts.
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Our teachers deserve more than appreciation and our thanks, they deserve real tangible support.
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Every child deserves to feel safe, welcomed, and valued. It’s up to us to create an environment where every student can thrive.
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We can close opportunity gaps, open doors, and prepare our students for life beyond the classroom.
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