There is a State Department of Education, established as a principal department of the State government.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education
Title 2 - State Department of Education
Subtitle 1 - Organization and General Authority of the Department
Section 2-102 - State Board as Head of Department
Section 2-103 - State Superintendent Responsible for Administration of Department
Section 2-104 - Employee Positions by Appointment in Department