Maryland State Department of Education Approves DTD Enterprises’ Equity & Poverty-Informed Leadership Program for 5 CPD Credits

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Maryland State Department of Education Approves DTD Enterprises’ Equity & Poverty-Informed Leadership Program for 5 CPD Credits

A Critical, Timely Response to Educational Inequities in Today’s Schools

Baltimore, MD — November 2025 — DTD Enterprises, LLC proudly announces that the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has officially approved its Equity & Poverty-Informed Leadership Program for five (5) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, valid through December 31, 2030. This approval affirms the program’s essential role in strengthening the leadership capacity of educators confronting intensifying challenges related to equity, poverty, and student achievement.

As disparities deepen and schools face the urgent need for equity-centered transformation, MSDE’s approval positions this program as a vital, solutions-driven professional development offering for today’s education workforce.

A Timely Investment in Transformational Leadership

Designed and led by nationally recognized educator, author, and strategist Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, the program empowers educators and youth-serving leaders with the research-based frameworks, practical knowledge, and strategic leadership tools needed to address poverty-related barriers and systemic inequities in real time.

This milestone approval also aligns with the first-month release celebration of Dr. Dorsey’s newest book, From Poverty to Prosperity, underscoring the program’s foundation in innovative practice and lived experience.

Advancing Equity Through Leadership

“This approval from MSDE affirms our mission to prepare leaders with the knowledge, sensitivity, and strategic capacity required to support all students—especially those navigating poverty,” says Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, CEO of DTD Enterprises, LLC. “We remain committed to equipping educators with evidence-based practices that foster equitable outcomes and create empowered learning environments.”

Program Approval & Key Details

• Course Title: Equity & Poverty-Informed Leadership Program

• MSDE CPD Course #: 25-68-13

• Credits Awarded: 5 CPD Credits (75 hours)

• Approval Valid Through: December 31, 2030

• Focus Areas: Equity, Leadership, Transformation

• Provider: DTD Enterprises, LLC

  
  

Who Should Enroll?

This program is ideal for:

• K–12 educators

• School administrators

• District and state education leaders

• Youth development professionals

• Community-based organization partners

  
  

Participants develop the capacity to lead equity-focused initiatives, address poverty-informed challenges, and strengthen organizational culture and impact.

Open to Educators Seeking CEU Credits or Certification Renewal

Responding to statewide and regional demand, the program is also open to:

• Professionals seeking CEU credits for certification

• Educators renewing existing certifications

• Youth development and community professionals serving underserved populations

  
  

This accessibility ensures Maryland’s education workforce and community partners can meet credentialing requirements while advancing equity-centered leadership skills.

A Call to Action for Maryland’s Educators

“Today’s educational environment requires leaders who are prepared, informed, and deeply committed to breaking the persistent cycles of inequity,” says Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, CEO of DTD Enterprises, LLC. “This program equips participants with the strategic mindset and actionable tools necessary to lead with courage, compassion, and competence—because our students cannot wait.”

Enrollment & Updates

Educators and organizations are encouraged to secure their participation early due to high demand and limited cohort availability.Stay informed about enrollment announcements, session release dates, and program updates:📣 Instagram: @dtdenterprises_official

About DTD Enterprises, LLC

DTD Enterprises is a premier provider of equity-centered leadership training, transformative professional development, and innovative education solutions. Under the leadership of Dr. Tekemia Dorsey, the organization supports educators, institutions, and communities committed to building inclusive, high-quality learning environments that drive equitable student success.