Meet Boss for Babies, Mark McQueen!
Bay District Schools Superintendent Mark McQueen has been named a "Boss for Babies" by The Children's Movement of Florida, a statewide organization dedicated to improving outcomes for children from birth through age five.
The Bosses for Babies initiative recognizes leaders who understand that supporting young children and working families is essential to building strong communities and a successful future workforce. This honor places Superintendent McQueen among a respected group of Florida leaders who are committed to making early childhood a priority, both in the workplace and across their communities.
Superintendent McQueen’s recognition reflects Bay District Schools’ ongoing commitment to the birth-to-five movement and the belief that learning begins long before a child enters a classroom. By supporting policies and practices that strengthen families and early childhood development, he is helping to ensure that Bay County’s youngest learners have the foundation they need to thrive in school and beyond. The Children’s Movement of Florida emphasizes that investments in early childhood benefit not only children, but also families, employers, and the long-term health of local economies.
Being named a Boss for Babies underscores Superintendent McQueen’s leadership and dedication to creating a brighter future for students and families across Bay County. Bay District Schools is proud to stand alongside community and business leaders statewide who are working together to champion early learning, support working families, and put children first, right from the very beginning.

