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DESE: This Cannot Continue

By Antonio D. French

Filed Tuesday, July 18 at 10:07 AM

Statement by Commissioner of Education D. Kent King regarding the St. Louis Public Schools:

We are hopeful that the new leadership team in the St. Louis Public Schools can focus on the welfare of students and on starting school.

The recent turmoil in the central office has created a district that does not demonstrate that focus. This cannot continue.

As soon as student achievement data are received in September, we will examine it to determine its impact on the district's accreditation. Student performance is what determines accreditation.

We must also examine governance options to determine if there are actions the State Board of Education should take that could provide the opportunity for greater focus on students and more stability in the school district.

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