Caribbean National Weekly

Robert Runcie rated an effective superintendent

By CNW Reporter··1 min read
Robert Runcie rated an effective superintendent
Key Points(4)
  • The Broward Public School Board has rated Robert Runcie an effective superintendent at a recent meeting, citing his success in increasing the district’s state grade and getting approval for the recent $800 million bond.
  • Overall, board members say Runcie has done a good job improving student achievement, raising the district's state-issued grade from a C to a B.
  • They praised his ability to get an $800 million bond passed in November, and they say the district has started several innovative new programs and is using social media well to communicate what's happening.
  • Some members however, complained about communication issues with Runcie’s staff.

The Broward Public School Board has rated Robert Runcie an effective superintendent at a recent meeting, citing his success in increasing the district’s state grade and getting approval for the recent $800 million bond.

Overall, board members say Runcie has done a good job improving student achievement, raising the district's state-issued grade from a C to a B. They praised his ability to get an $800 million bond passed in November, and they say the district has started several innovative new programs and is using social media well to communicate what's happening.

Some members however, complained about communication issues with Runcie’s staff.

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