CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. — Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Xernona Thomas has announced she is temporarily stepping down for a medical leave.
Thomas announced Monday that she began a medical leave on January 6. She says she is expecting to be away from day-to-day operations of the district for five to seven weeks.
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Chief Academic Officer Brannon Gaskins will serve as Acting Superintendent.
“While it is difficult to step away from CCSD, however briefly, I know it is in the best interest to concentrate on my health. I have complete confidence in Mr. Gaskins and my administrative team to continue to focus on our strategic priorities and do what’s best for our students. I am committed to returning to the school district as soon as possible,” Thomas said in a letter to the CCSD community.
Thomas has not elaborated further on what prompted the medical leave.
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In November, Thomas announced that she would be retiring later this year. She plans to end her 31 years in public education on December 31, 2022.
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