Officials with DeKalb County schools have named a sole finalist to lead the district.
The Dekalb County School Board said Dr. Devon Horton is now the top superintendent candidate.
Horton has over 20 years of experience in educational leadership. He’s worked in various roles at Chicago Public Schools in Illinois.
Horton is currently the superintendent of Evanston/Skokie School District 65 in Evanston, Illinois.
“Dr. Horton has an impressive track record of leading districts with diverse student populations and implementing initiatives that promote academic success,” DeKalb County board chair Diijon DaCosta, Sr. said. “We are confident he will lead our district of 14,000 employees with integrity and excellence and be committed to achieving positive academic outcomes for our 92,000 scholars.”
Dr. Vasanne S. Tinsley is currently serving as interim superintendent of the DeKalb County School District. She will remain with the district until June 30 to help Horton with a smooth transition.