Dr. Felder told not to apply for permanent superintendent role according to sources

[Anonymous]

The BOE released an update on its superintendent search: https://ww2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2023-2024/BOE-Update-20240531.html

As many of you are aware, the state of Maryland requires county school superintendent appointments to be finalized by July 1. Now that we are moving into June, you may be wondering if the search for MCPS’ next superintendent is on track.

The Board is pleased to report that it is. A number of qualified applicants are being interviewed. In addition to interviews, the Board reviews supporting information such as professional references, background checks, and more.

A decision this important must be made thoughtfully. Therefore, if more time is needed beyond the July 1 deadline, an interim superintendent will be appointed.

The Board anticipates an announcement regarding the status of the search soon. We ask the public to continue to be patient and respect candidates’ right to privacy during this critical stage of the process.

In the announcement they made it clear they feel confident about hiring a permanent supe by July 1. But, even in the event that they didn't, also made it clear that a new interim would be named and not that Dr. Felder would continue in her role.

Moderately MoCo took it further and said according to his sources, that Dr. Felder was told not to apply for the permanent position:

[Anonymous]

FINALLY! The MCPS Board of Education for once makes a good decision. Hopefully they will find someone to hire by July 1, or someone else who can come in as interim.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The BOE released an update on its superintendent search: https://ww2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2023-2024/BOE-Update-20240531.html

As many of you are aware, the state of Maryland requires county school superintendent appointments to be finalized by July 1. Now that we are moving into June, you may be wondering if the search for MCPS’ next superintendent is on track.

The Board is pleased to report that it is. A number of qualified applicants are being interviewed. In addition to interviews, the Board reviews supporting information such as professional references, background checks, and more.

A decision this important must be made thoughtfully. Therefore, if more time is needed beyond the July 1 deadline, an interim superintendent will be appointed.

The Board anticipates an announcement regarding the status of the search soon. We ask the public to continue to be patient and respect candidates’ right to privacy during this critical stage of the process.

In the announcement they made it clear they feel confident about hiring a permanent supe by July 1. But, even in the event that they didn't, also made it clear that a new interim would be named and not that Dr. Felder would continue in her role.

Moderately MoCo took it further and said according to his sources, that Dr. Felder was told not to apply for the permanent position:

One could read it that way, I suppose, but I would not agree that that was "made clear" in that statement. Felder's interim appointment ends on June 30th regardless. If the board should decide to have her remain beyond that as an interim, they would still have to appoint her as an interim again.

[Anonymous]

So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The BOE released an update on its superintendent search: https://ww2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2023-2024/BOE-Update-20240531.html

As many of you are aware, the state of Maryland requires county school superintendent appointments to be finalized by July 1. Now that we are moving into June, you may be wondering if the search for MCPS’ next superintendent is on track.

The Board is pleased to report that it is. A number of qualified applicants are being interviewed. In addition to interviews, the Board reviews supporting information such as professional references, background checks, and more.

A decision this important must be made thoughtfully. Therefore, if more time is needed beyond the July 1 deadline, an interim superintendent will be appointed.

The Board anticipates an announcement regarding the status of the search soon. We ask the public to continue to be patient and respect candidates’ right to privacy during this critical stage of the process.

In the announcement they made it clear they feel confident about hiring a permanent supe by July 1. But, even in the event that they didn't, also made it clear that a new interim would be named and not that Dr. Felder would continue in her role.

Moderately MoCo took it further and said according to his sources, that Dr. Felder was told not to apply for the permanent position:

One could read it that way, I suppose, but I would not agree that that was "made clear" in that statement. Felder's interim appointment ends on June 30th regardless. If the board should decide to have her remain beyond that as an interim, they would still have to appoint her as an interim again.

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[Anonymous]

Good!

[Anonymous]

That’s just a rumor. Not worthy of DCUM gossip even.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

Felder and Key have everything to do with this. And Henry Johnson. They are the inner circle right now and have essentially shunned everyone else in leadership.

The budget was in fine condition before McKnight left. MVA and other programs were restored, there were no talks about RIFs or not honoring contracts, county council was on track to approve the budget request and publicly praised Hull and the budget department for more transparency and collaboration then they had seen in years. Then Felder came in and ruined it all with her ego, stupidity, and her two cronies.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

Felder and Key have everything to do with this. And Henry Johnson. They are the inner circle right now and have essentially shunned everyone else in leadership.

The budget was in fine condition before McKnight left. MVA and other programs were restored, there were no talks about RIFs or not honoring contracts, county council was on track to approve the budget request and publicly praised Hull and the budget department for more transparency and collaboration then they had seen in years. Then Felder came in and ruined it all with her ego, stupidity, and her two cronies.

I don't think that's true. They often approve less than what was requested, and everyone knew this was going to be a tight budget year.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

Agreed, Felder had nothing to do with this. I believe HR knew about these RIFs months ago which is why it took so long for the (original) involuntary placements to be placed. They have been on hiring pause in some areas for 3 months.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

Agreed, Felder had nothing to do with this. I believe HR knew about these RIFs months ago which is why it took so long for the (original) involuntary placements to be placed. They have been on hiring pause in some areas for 3 months.

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[Anonymous]

Frederick Co schools MD has $50 million gap. Much smaller system with far fewer extra resource, DEI, etc positions to cut. Big trouble up there too right now. Can’t easily pin the blame on the superintendents. Between retiring Fed money, teacher pay raises, and the underfunded Maryland blueprint no county is able absorb these costs easily.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So she came in long enough to do some real damage to the budget that will have lasting effects on teachers and students. Awesome.

/s

She had nothing to do with this. It’s all Brian Hull and April Key.

Agreed, Felder had nothing to do with this. I believe HR knew about these RIFs months ago which is why it took so long for the (original) involuntary placements to be placed. They have been on hiring pause in some areas for 3 months.

HR reports to Felder's chief of staff. It was the first change she made upon arrival. So yes, she has everything to do with it.

[Anonymous]

Yes!!!