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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two top Memphis Shelby County Schools leaders are leaving following an internal investigation.  MSCS confirmed Friday that Dr. Yolanda Martin, the district’s chief of human resources, has resigned just a month after she was placed on paid administrative leave. Dr. Yolanda Martin provided the following statement: “It was my intention to transition […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Shelby County Schools have moved on from former Superintendent Joris Ray. New documents obtained by WREG paint a clearer picture of the cost of the ordeal. When the wife of the now-former superintendent filed divorce documents, they revealed possible violations of policy. The school board responded by passing a resolution to […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– Members of the Memphis-Shelby County school board are casting a wider net to find the school system’s next superintendent. Less than two months after former Memphis-Shelby County Schools superintendent Dr. Joris Ray stepped down during an investigation regarding policy violations, the school board is ready to move forward with finding his replacement. Board member Michelle Mckissack […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The chief of human resources for Memphis-Shelby County Schools has reportedly been placed on leave. Friday, MSCS confirmed that Yolanda Martin has been placed on paid administrative leave. MSCS released a statement Friday evening. “The District investigates all employee complaints as we continue our ongoing efforts to emphasize integrity in all MSCS […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– MSCS Deputy Superintendent of Operations John Barker remains on paid leave as an investigation continues into his actions. It all comes down to a letter sent to the District leaders shortly after Barker became co-interim Superintendent when then-Superintendent Joris Ray was suspended. Sources told WREG the complaints centered on claims of discrimination and hostility in […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis-Shelby County School board has named a new interim superintendent during a meeting Tuesday evening. The board announced Tutonial “Toni” Williams, the district’s Chief Financial Officer, will serve as interim superintendent. The district is currently being led by deputy superintendent John Barker and Angela Whitelaw. The duo has been in charge […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis-Shelby County School parents are waiting to find out who will lead their children after the school district decided to part ways with superintendent Joris Ray. During a special school board meeting Tuesday night, the board agreed to sever its relationship with Dr. Ray and discontinue any ongoing investigation regarding policy violations. […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– When the Memphis Shelby County School Board voted to accept the resignation of Superintendent Joris Ray, it seemed to be severing ties with the school system leader. But a closer look reveals otherwise. In a copy of the Agreement released by the School Board, under the terms of Ray’s resignation, it said Joris Ray will assist the […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn.– Dr. Joris Ray has resigned as superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. During a special school board meeting Tuesday night, the board agreed to sever its relationship with Dr. Ray and discontinue any ongoing investigation regarding policy violations. Eight board members agreed to the termination. One member did not vote. MSCS Board Chair Michelle […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Superintendent Joris Ray was not expected to be at Tuesday’s school board meeting that could decide his future with Memphis Shelby County Schools, but his lawyer will be there. Sources tell us there has been talk of offering him a severance package.   A board member said Tuesday afternoon that the investigation into […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — August 8th marks the first day of school for Memphis-Shelby County School students. The school day will start with students stepping onto brand-new buses. The district is partnering with First Student Transportation. Its fleet of buses are equipped with the latest safety features. Cameras will capture drivers who run the extended stop […]