May 15th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

The incoming Superintendent of schools for Allegany County already has a few areas he would like to focus on. Recently, Dr. Michael Martirano talked with WCBC about one area he sees as a statewide issue to be addressed – attendance – a problem that has been worse since the COVID-19 pandemic…

   

“Very concerned first and foremost about attendance rates across the state. Allegany County as well as the nation – we’ve got to get our kiddos in school and they’ve got to be present every day. And every parent in this community can help with that. So I really want a big push on getting our young people in school back to those positive habits.”