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Board starts search for a permanent superintendent
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What happened
On October 19, 2026 the board discussed a timeline and two proposals from search firms to hire a permanent superintendent to replace interim Jeff Ballard.
Why it matters to families
A new superintendent will shape the district's turnaround plan and budget cuts. Trustees said a new leader would most likely start between January and March.
The evidence
October 19, 2026 recording (machine transcript): the search firm item was discussion only; trustees planned a short special meeting to pick a firm.
The source
October 19, 2026 board meeting recordingSee the full record for Detroit Independent School District.
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