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Board accused of secretive superintendent selection process

October 02, 2024 | Houston County, School Districts, Georgia


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Board accused of secretive superintendent selection process
During a recent meeting of the Houston County Board of Education, concerns were raised regarding the transparency and integrity of the superintendent selection process. Reverend Curvin, a community member, criticized the board for what he described as a lack of honesty and potential nepotism in the hiring practices. He emphasized that the process has not been transparent, questioning the legitimacy of the vacancy announcement for the superintendent's position.

Reverend Curvin pointed out that board policies prohibit immediate family members from serving on the board or being employed as administrators within the school system, a regulation established under Georgia law. He expressed skepticism about the board's commitment to these policies, suggesting that the board may have merely \"rubber stamped\" the process without genuine oversight.

He further questioned the fairness of the selection process, alleging that the board may have already predetermined the next superintendent, which undermines the opportunity for other candidates. Curvin urged the board to consider hiring an independent organization to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process, highlighting the need for professionalism in selecting a leader for one of Georgia's largest school systems.

The meeting transitioned into an executive session to address student matters, indicating a shift in focus from the superintendent selection to other pressing issues within the district.

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