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Clayton County board accepts superintendent's separation, names Douglas Hendricks interim

Clayton County Board of Education · January 13, 2026
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Summary

The Clayton County Board of Education voted to accept Superintendent Dr. Anthony Smith's separation agreement and unanimously appointed Deputy Superintendent Dr. Douglas Hendricks as interim superintendent; the board directed counsel and staff to finalize transition details.

The Clayton County Board of Education on Jan. 12 accepted a retirement and separation agreement for Superintendent Dr. Anthony Smith and unanimously appointed Deputy Superintendent Dr. Douglas Hendricks as interim superintendent.

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Smith opened his remarks by thanking the board and reflecting on his tenure: "First, I want to thank the board for the support given to me during the past 3 years and throughout my nearly 4 decades of professional service and leadership in Clayton County Public Schools." He said he…

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