Department Overview
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The responsibilities of the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) are to direct and oversee the academic programs that guarantee the highest quality instruction, curriculum and assessment. The CAO works in collaboration with leaders and administrators to develop and lead the implementation plan for meaningful and relevant professional development for teachers, principals and staff. Additionally, the CAO ensures all programs and initiatives are aligned with the District’s vision, strategic priorities and the needs of each of our scholars, families and the community.
Department Directory
- Division I, Elementary Schools – Dr. Kathleen Grigsby, Assistant Superintendent
- Division II, Elementary Schools – Dionne Woody, Assistant Superintendent
- Division III, Elementary Schools – Pamela Franklin, Assistant Superintendent
- Middle Schools – Dr. Freddrick Murray, Assistant Superintendent
- High Schools – Laketia Marshall-Thomas, Assistant Superintendent
- Athletics – Daryl Jones, Executive Director
- Climate & Wellness – Amanda Thomas, Executive Director
- Exceptional Education – Dr. Talatha Bingham-Gibbs, Executive Director
- Teaching & Learning – Dr. Kimberly Smith, Executive Director
Contact Information
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662 S. President Street
Jackson, MS 39201
(601) 960-8870Dr. José A. Salgado,
Chief Academic OfficerCarolyn Amos, Executive Assistant
Last Modified on December 11, 2020