Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s back-to-school event set as superintendent remains on paid leave

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is hosting a back-to-school event this weekend, but Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill will not attend as she remains on paid leave pending an investigation. A University of Florida researcher noted limited academic impact from superintendent absences, citing minimal decreases in student achievement. The school board plans to update Hill's status before the August 25 school start date.