Drum Solo By HCPS Superintendent Stuns Audience At Celebration

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — When Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Sean Bulson took the stage Wednesday night at a celebration honoring him as Maryland's newest Superintendent of the Year, he left the audience stunned.

Bulson settled down behind the drum set with The Havre de Grace High Jazz Band and kicked off their performance with a percussion solo to their upbeat song.

Others commented on The Havre de Grace Warriors Instagram account that captured his performance and posted it on social media, including "Ohhhh ok Dr. Bulson!! We see you!" and "Love this!"

SARC Harford County posted on social media, "Congratulations Dr. Bulson! We especially enjoyed your drum skills!"

Bulson was named Superintendent of the Year in November 2023 by the Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland.

“At a time when being a superintendent has never been more difficult requiring more professional and personal balance, Dr. Bulson embodies that balance. He is smart, fair, and has the heart to do this work on behalf of the students, staff, families and community of Harford County. PSSAM is honored to have Sean as the Superintendent of the Year," said Jeffrey A. Lawson, superintendent of Cecil County Public Schools and president of PSSAM.

Bulson commented that he was "deeply honored" to receive the award.

“This recognition is a testament to the collective dedication and hard work of the entire Harford County Public Schools community. Together, we are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. I am proud to represent Maryland’s educators, administrators, and, most importantly, our students on their educational journey. I look forward to continuing our work in advancing excellence in education," Bulson said.

As the Maryland Superintendent of the Year award winner, Bulson moves forward to compete for the School Superintendent's Association (AASA, formerly the American Association of School Administrators) National Superintendent of the Year. That title will be announced in February 2024 at the AASA National Conference on Education in San Diego, California.