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Guest Blog: What happens during a school board meeting?

6/24/2017

Just as a railway track system has many components, positive outcomes for children in Duval’s public schools involve the integration of many moving parts. Like a conductor, the Duval County School Board oversees those parts and tries to address any barriers to keeping our children on the right track to success. This is why public participation in school board meetings is so important.

Guest Blog: What does the Superintendent do?

6/14/2017

Strengthening the systems that provide education is a matter of taking care of our region's greatest assets: our children. Strong district leadership plays a critical role in ensuring that children are equipped with the talents and skills they need to contribute to our region. As the CEO of the school district, the Superintendent sets the tone of the school district.

DCPS selects interim superintendent

5/17/2017

The Duval County School Board today selected former deputy superintendent Dr. Patricia S. Willis to serve as interim superintendent by a 6-0 vote.

Duval County School Board Votes on Interim Candidates for Superintendent

5/16/2017

Duval County Public School Board members convened a meeting yesterday to discuss the process for naming an interim Superintendent to replace Dr. Nikolai Vitti. Dr.Vitti’s last day will be May 21. 

New research paper looks at the vital role of the superintendency in today's context

4/26/2017

Improving outcomes for Duval’s public school students means a brighter and more vibrant future for our city. And a strong leader for our public school system is a vital component of that. 

This Issue Review examines the last Duval superintendent search conducted in 2012 and also explores some best practices employed across the U.S. that could help the Duval County School Board as they work to appoint a successor.