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Title
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Covington Steps Down
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Description
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Kansas City school superintendent John Covington unexpectedly resigned on August 24. Recently there have disputes between Covington and school board President Airick Leonard West, which some speculate may have led to him resigning. School board member Arthur Benson, a Covington supporter, also submitted his resignation.
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Date
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2011-08-25
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
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Title
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"Vacancy" Sign Is Common
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Description
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Kansas City School District Superintendent John Covington's resignation (that he gave August 26) will take effect September 1st by vote of the school board. Board President Airick Leonard West "is stepping down as president but will remain on the board." An interim superintendent has yet to be announced. Includes a sidebar, "Covington's New Contract," that outlines his salary and potential performance bonuses in his new position with the Education Achievement Authority school system in Michigan.
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Date
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2011-08-31
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
