CMS Board
Coverage of CMS Board in the Nexus archive.
- CMS board reinstates Superintendent Crystal Hill after leadership review
After a two-month review of her leadership, Crystal Hill is set to return as superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools following an announcement by CMS Board Chair Stephanie Sneed. The reinstatement occurred after the board reviewed concerns involving district operations and oversight, noting that identified issues will require ongoing attention. Sneed stated the decision was made because returning Hill provides the best pathway for maintaining continuity and stability for the school system.
- CMS Board returns Dr. Crystal Hill to superintendent role following investigation
The CMS Board announced a decision to return Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill to her role following her temporary leave. This decision was made after the Board of Education had been investigating Dr. Hill for matters involving administrative and operational issues.
- Teachers react to pay raise in new state budget
North Carolina's new state budget includes a significant starting salary increase for new teachers, with raises averaging 8% and $12.5 billion allocated to K-12 education. However, veteran teachers criticize the raises as insufficient, with some experiencing a 5.5% increase that fails to keep pace with inflation. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board Chair called the raises a 'great start,' but noted starting salaries still fall short of a living wage in Charlotte.