Tag

Charleston County School Board

All articles tagged with #charleston county school board

education2 years ago

"Charleston Co. School District Faces Turmoil: Superintendent's Departure Sparks Clash and Calls for Unity"

The Charleston County School Board has voted to pay former Superintendent Eric Gallien over $350,000 as part of a settlement agreement to part ways. An outside investigation found that Gallien did not create a hostile work environment, but he was found to have intentionally failed to comply with directives from the board. Gallien will receive one year's salary, an additional $50,000, reimbursement for expenses, and attorney fees. The board will now begin discussions on searching for a new superintendent.

education2 years ago

Controversy Surrounds Charleston Co. School Board Meeting on Superintendent's Contract

The National Action Network has accused members of the Charleston County School Board of attempting to fire newly-hired superintendent Dr. Eric Gallien, alleging "racist attacks" and an effort to eliminate effective and equitable curriculum. Civil rights activists and board members have raised concerns about a secretive special called meeting to review the superintendent's contract, calling for transparency and accountability. The meeting is set to take place after the school board's Committee as a Whole meeting, with the agenda including the superintendent's contract and a personnel matter. Gallien, who became the district's superintendent on July 1, has expressed his commitment to the community and building relationships.