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Newly sworn-in DCPS superintendent says safety is ‘paramount’ as school board approves $1.4M misconduct settlement

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Dr. Christopher Bernier was sworn in as the new Duval County Public Schools superintendent.

– Duval County Public Schools approved a $1.4 million settlement concerning three former Douglas Anderson School of Arts students.

The school board did not officially discuss the matter at Tuesday’s DCPS meeting, but it was approved under the consent agenda.The superintendent steps into his new role amid multiple issues with Douglas Anderson School of Arts teachers and former music teacher Jeffrey Clayton’s recent conviction.With a $320,000 annual salary, Bernier’s contract started on July 1 and will run through 2028.

“Well, the safety and security of our kids is paramount. You heard it in the speech, we got to move the academic needle. We need to make sure they’re safe and secure. The work that this district is now going to do around employee professional ethics is very valuable. And the first essential step starts tonight,” Bernier said after he was sworn in.“We have to turn a page but we cannot forget the history of what transpired.

Many people during public comment also spoke about their concerns with the district closing nearly 30 schools. Bernier and Willie said they asked a consultant to come up with a revision to the Master Facility Plan that was released in March.Watch the swearing-in ceremony and his speech below.

 

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