Two Articles re: Clayton County Schools Loss of Accreditation, Board Removals

The following two articles were included in the Georgia Front Page newsletter. Since this could have a huge impact on Fayette County schools we thought you'd be interested in reading:

Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Clayton County Schools
"I am very saddened that the Clayton County School District has lost its accreditation. My immediate thoughts are with the students, teachers and parents who are directly affected by this decision. The future of many excellent students, especially those in Clayton County high schools, has been thrust into turmoil by the actions of the very people who were elected to look out for their best interests."... Click to read: Statement from Superintendent Kathy Cox Regarding Clayton County Schools

Governor Removes Clayton County School Board Members
Governor Sonny Perdue issued an Executive Order today removing four members of the Clayton County School Board - Michelle Strong, Louise Baines-Hunter, Yolonda Everett and Sandra Scott - who were found by State Administrative Hearing Judge Michael Malihi to have violated their duties under state law. The Executive Order also formally removed Rod Johnson and Norreese Haynes who had previously resigned or been removed. The removal means special elections will be held in November... Click to read: Governor Removes Clayton County School Board Members