Dr. Hall becomes chair-elect of the Council of the Great City Schools

Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Beverly Hall takes office today as chair-elect of the Council of the Great City Schools. In June 2009, Dr. Hall was elected as secretary-treasurer of the organization, which comprises 67 of the nation’s largest urban public school systems.

Portland Public Schools board member Dilafruz Williams will serve as chairwoman of the organization, and Florida’s Hillsborough County School District member Candy Olson will be secretary-treasurer.

“As the nation’s school districts face mounting economic challenges in the upcoming school year, we’re confident that the Council’s board will steer urban school reforms forward despite the obstacles,” said Council Executive Director Michael Casserly.