The superintendent of DeKalb County’s school system is out after a federal indictment caught up with him from his previous district.

🎯 Why It Matters: The sudden leadership change affects more than 90,000 students and comes as the district navigates major initiatives like redrawing school attendance zones.

📋 What’s Happening: The DeKalb County Board of Education voted to accept Dr. Devon Q. Horton’s resignation, effective November 15. The board suspended him on October 9.

The resignation agreement replaces what would have been a due process hearing under state law. Board Chair Deirdre Pierce said the decision stems from a federal indictment related to Horton’s work at a previous school district.

🔍 Between the Lines: The board isn’t waiting to see how the legal case plays out. Pie

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