Fifth District BCPS School Board Member Julie Henn is in her final term and can’t run for reelection as school members are term limited.
She was appointed to the Baltimore County School Board by then Maryland Governor Larry Hogan in 2016.
With the next school board election set for November 2026 and members being sworn in December 2026, Henn begins her last full school year on the board.
Henn said she is proud of the opening of Nottingham Middle School and the renovation and expansion of Pine Grove Middle.
“It is the first new middle school in the area in three decades,” Henn said about Nottingham Middle.
“We have been able to eliminate overcrowding at Perry Hall Middle which will open at 82 percent capacity this school year. It’s exciting to see both of these projects come to completion.”
According to Henn, she also enjoyed providing constituent service.
“I’m also proud of the small ways I’ve tried to help all those who have come to me asking for assistance,” said the Perry Hall resident.
“Whether it’s answering a question or escalating a concern, sometimes it’s just nice to know someone cares. I’ve tried to be that someone for my neighbors. That’s why I serve.”
In her final 15 months, Henn still wants to focus on student success and reversing the trend of declines in academic achievement. She also wants to focus on fiscal responsibility and oversight.
“I’m concerned that the requirements of Blueprint legislation are fiscally unrealistic and will result in further cuts to staffing, programs, and services our students need,” Henn added.
“I plan to champion greater fiscal oversight, work to introduce policies for more effective board governance, and encourage more public participation – including identifying and mentoring potential new community and board leaders.”
In addition to the school board, Henn represents the Maryland Association of Boards of Education (MABE) on the Maryland Student Data Privacy Council.
She hasn’t not decided if she will seek another public office in 2026.
“I don’t know what my plans are as of yet, but I would like to continue my public service in some capacity. I’ve loved serving eastern Baltimore County and making a difference where I’m able,” she noted.
