Montgomery Board of Education, District 3

McCarthy is a former chair of the Montgomery County Council of PTAs with more than 25 years of experience in education policy and community volunteer work, per Moderately MOCO candidate introduction series. She holds a bachelor's degree in government and politics and a master's and doctorate in education policy from the University of Maryland, College Park, per Moderately MOCO candidate introduction series.

Sung is a Montgomery County parent and professional who has spent her career managing complex systems and translating data into decisions, per Montgomery Community Media, 2026 primary election guide. She is involved in community advocacy through the Chamber of Mothers and is connected to the county's diverse families, including LGBTQ+ families, per Montgomery Community Media, 2026 primary election guide.