At least eight superintendents in North Texas districts have revealed plans to step down this academic year, with four of them making the announcement this month.
“This comes as other school districts in the region are searching for new superintendents, with some … already naming lone finalists pegged to fill those positions,” wrote the local ABC affiliate March 16.
While many of these involve retirements, two of the positions involve state takeovers: Lake Worth and Fort Worth ISD, according to the article.
This rash of resignations comes amid increased scrutiny over superintendent salaries, which have ballooned in recent years.
“According to reporting from Texas Scorecard, Texas Education Agency data shows that at least 16 Texas ISD superintendents are making over $400,000 a year – which means they’re paid more than the President of the United States,” wrote KTRH Local Houston and Texas News on March 19.
