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Des Moines Schools and Former Superintendent Ian Roberts Face Legal and Credential Disputes
education4 months ago

Des Moines Schools and Former Superintendent Ian Roberts Face Legal and Credential Disputes

The Des Moines Public Schools plan to take legal action against a consulting firm for failing to properly vet superintendent Ian Roberts, who was detained by ICE for being in the U.S. illegally and possessing firearms, after his resignation and the district's discovery of his immigration issues.

Iowa Superintendent Resigns and Faces Immigration Issues Amid Resume Controversy
education4 months ago

Iowa Superintendent Resigns and Faces Immigration Issues Amid Resume Controversy

Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines schools, falsely claimed a doctorate degree during his job application, was hired despite the school board knowing he hadn't completed the degree, and was later detained by immigration authorities for living and working illegally in the U.S., leading to his resignation and license revocation.

Iowa revokes schools superintendent's license after ICE arrest for illegal status
world4 months ago

Iowa revokes schools superintendent's license after ICE arrest for illegal status

The Iowa Department of Education revoked the license of Des Moines Superintendent Ian Roberts after ICE arrested him for living and working illegally in the U.S., revealing he had a final removal order and was ineligible to hold his position. Roberts, a native of Guyana, was detained with weapons and cash, leading to his unpaid leave and ongoing investigation into district hiring practices.

Des Moines Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts Placed on Leave Following ICE Detention
world5 months ago

Des Moines Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts Placed on Leave Following ICE Detention

The superintendent of Iowa's largest school district, Ian Roberts, was placed on administrative leave after being arrested by ICE for being in the country illegally, with authorities stating he entered the U.S. on a student visa and had a final removal order. The district was unaware of his immigration status, and Roberts has retained legal counsel as investigations continue.