Overview: In a contentious meeting, the Memphis Shelby-County School Board grappled with the potential termination of Superintendent Dr. Marie Fagan, drawing public interest and revealing deep community divisions. The meeting saw a strong turnout of speakers—57 in total—who were vocal about their views on Dr. Fagan’s leadership and the board’s handling of the situation. The board ultimately decided to refer the matter to a committee for further examination, postponing a final decision on her termination until a report could be presented at the next business meeting.
Overview: The Memphis-Shelby County School Board meeting covered a range of topics, from overtime policy and contract processes to the rise in HIV and syphilis rates among students. Key items included the discussions around the approval of overtime policies in emergency situations, governance and financial management, staff treatment, and safety measures for school events.
