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Superintendent leaves; Jeff Ballard named interim
What happened
On December 15, 2025 the board approved a retirement agreement and resignation for the superintendent and hired Jeff Ballard as interim superintendent.
Why it matters to families
The superintendent runs the district day to day. The change came after low elementary test scores, and the district is now searching for a permanent leader.
The evidence
The December 15 recording's transcript records both votes, 4-0. The posted interim superintendent agreement with Jeff Ballard is dated December 15, 2025 and runs until the board fills the job permanently.
The source
Interim superintendent agreement (Jeff Ballard)See the full record for Detroit Independent School District.
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