Foreword
The Wake County Public School System's long-standing tradition of excellence began as a result of a trend that affected many U.S. cities three decades ago. As Raleigh's urban area declined in the early 1970's, families migrated to the area's increasingly affluent suburbs resulting in the closing of several downtown schools. The community was divided, and leaders sought long-term solutions to educational and economic challenges that inhibited Wake County's progress.
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The merger of the city and county school systems was not an idea easily accepted by many Wake County residents; however, county and school leaders pushed forward with this courageous vision of a united community, full of educational opportunity, economic vitality, and an attractive quality of life.
As a result of visionary and bold leadership, the Wake County Public School System grew into one of the nation's finest large school districts in less than a generation, establishing a tradition of superior performance.
Today, poised to lead the nation in narrowing the achievement gap and attaining remarkably high academic goals for all, the Wake County Public School system celebrates its first 25 years.
Our entire community can look forward to an equally bright and progressive future, driven by our traditions of fold leadership, quality teaching, academic excellence, parental choice and community involvement.
The following stories and articles describes the road followed over the last 25 years to reach today's success.
Goal 2003By 2003, 95% of students tested will be at or above grade level as measured by NC EOG testing at grades 3 and 8. |
MissionThe Wake County Public School system will educate each student to be a responsible and productive citizen who can effectively manage future challenges |
WCPSS Cabinet
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Bill McNeal |
Superintendent |
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Janice Shearin |
Special Assistant to the Superintendent |
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Jo Baker |
Associate Superintendent - Instructional Services |
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Del Burns |
Associate Superintendent - Administrative Services |
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Ray Massey |
Associate Superintendent - Auxiliary Services |
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Walt Sherlin |
Associate Superintendent - Operational Services |
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Brenda Barker |
Chief Technology Officer |
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Karen Banks |
Assistant Superintendent - Evaluation and Research |
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Danny Barnes |
Assistant Superintendent - Eastern Wake |
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Maurice Boswell |
Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources Employee Relations |
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Mike Burris |
Assistant Superintendent for Facilities - Auxiliary Services |
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Luther Cherry |
Assistant Superintendent - Western Wake |
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Ann Hooker |
Assistant Superintendent - Northern Wake |
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Linda Isley |
Assistant Superintendent - Student Support Services |
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Cindi Jolly |
Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum and Instruction |
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Toni Patterson |
Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources Staffing and Development |
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John C. Ringo |
Assistant Superintendent - Southern Wake |
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Jonibel Willis |
Assistant Superintendent - Central Wake |
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Stella Shelton |
Communications Senior Director |
Wake County Public School System
3600 Wake Forest Road
Box 28041
Raleigh, NC 27611
919.850.1600