Arlington ISD board moves to propose termination of probationary contract for Cynthia Kennedy
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Following closed‑session review, the board voted to accept the superintendent’s recommendation and directed staff to prepare and deliver a final notice proposing termination of Cynthia Kennedy's probationary contract and to notify counsel and outline hearing procedures. The motion carried 5–0.
The Arlington ISD Board voted Tuesday to accept the superintendent’s recommendation to propose termination of the probationary contract of Cynthia Kennedy.
Board president read a motion that directed the superintendent to prepare a final notice of proposed contract termination for President Chapa’s signature, include the time limits and procedures for requesting a hearing before an independent hearing examiner, notify general counsel and request legal representation to present the case if needed. The motion stated the board had reviewed a draft letter and the superintendent’s reasons in closed session before taking action in open session.
The motion was seconded and passed unanimously by the five trustees present. The board noted that the motion initiates the formal notice and hearing rights process; no final adjudication occurred at the meeting. The notice will be delivered to Cynthia Kennedy with information on how to request a hearing under Texas Education Code procedures.