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Union president Jerry Mead honored by DeSoto board at retirement after decades in education
DeSoto School District Board of Education · February 24, 2026
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The board recognized Jerry Mead, DCEA union president, on his retirement and highlighted a 53-year public service career spanning Navy service, classroom teaching, coaching and union leadership. Mead said he will remain available to assist the new president.
The DeSoto School District board honored Jerry Mead, union president, on Feb. 26 as he retires after a long career in education and public service.
Dr. Bennett introduced Mead and detailed his background: childhood in Arcadia, military service in the U.S. Navy, a teaching and coaching career that spanned 27…
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