Several criminal investigations were conducted as a result, and two former GISD employees (Tevin Brookins and Ralph Sanders) were charged with theft. Whether it is in the classroom, on stage, or on our athletic fields, we hold all of our students to the highest expectations. Mr. Underwood started his career in education as a Social Studies teacher at Wolfe City Middle School. Liggins steadfast goal is to provide all students, regardless of their learning style, race, language, ability, or family income, with opportunities and experiences to become successful, productive students and citizens., Dr. Those include: Superintendent Sharon Boothe said Underwood is the perfect fit for this role. Greenville ISD adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year's tax rate. Lancaster ISD investigation into former superintendent, trustees shared In the case of GISD, there have been questions dating back to 2014. [17] The survey included benefits of the proposal, but it did not mention that taxes would be lower without it. Winds light and variable. [15] The Texas Attorney General's office was asked to investigate the matter. Personnel changes occurred in the Finance Department and the Human Resources Department, where practices had come into question. Send Us Your News. Superintendent of Finance Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade: Greenville Salary Pay Scale Date Revised: June 2022 Reports to: Superintendent Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the operation of all financial and business affairs of the district including accounting, payroll and purchasing. The Greenville ISD may become the focus of a criminal investigation after an external forensic audit found evidence of financial fraud, theft and misconduct. She is a consensus-builder who appreciates this fine community, and we are proud to name her as the lone finalist for the post of superintendent.. Sharon Boothe , Interrim Superintendent, Greenville ISD , has been named New Super of Greenville ISD . Throughout his career he has developed a reputation for having high expectations for success and being aneducational leader who is passionate about reaching our youth and providing an environment for students to thrive in school and in life.. She has been with GISD since 2017 as Deputy Superintendent. Greenville Independent School District ( Greenville ISD or GISD) is a public school district based in Greenville, Texas, United States. "I personally dont believe there was any malicious intent or racial issue there. The board will be allowed by law to issue Liggins a formal contract in 21 days. On behalf of the faculty, it is my great pleasure to share our commitment to provide the highest quality educational experiences for all of our students. 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Liggins has previously worked in the Nacogdoches ISD as a Bilingual Teacher, eventually moving into an Assistant Principal role. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. There was a $3.8 million shortfall resulting from poor financial management in previous years. GREENVILLE ISD Mar 2017 - Jul 2021 4 years 5 months. Superintendent Demetrus Liggins has signed and accepted the contract that the Greenville Independent School District Board with no change to his annual salary. If the Board decides to call a bond election, every detail of proposed spending will be covered in future communications. The shortfall occurred in the general budget that pays for day-to-day operations. We realize that our financial house has to get in order, said Dr. Demetrus Liggins, GISD superintendent. Greenville ISDs curriculum provides a wealth of opportunities both within and outside of the classroom. New Greenville ISD superintendent contract shows incentive-based Follow Superintendent Liggins on Twitter @DrLiggins, Lone Oak ISD names Morrow as new high school principal || Content sponsored by Quality Care ER, Greenville High School Robowranglers wins their division at World First Robotics Competition, GISD moving forward with needed repairs/purchases || Content sponsored by Quality Care ER, King Charles III coronation: watch the ceremony as Britains monarch is crowned, Authorities offer $80,000 reward for Texas mass shooting suspect, Hunt County Sheriffs Office make methamphetamine arrest in Quinlan, City of Greenville receives distinguished budget presentation award. Please follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to see all of the great thingshappening across our district on a daily basis! Monday was Liggins first day in the district. Greenville Independent School District / Homepage I am honored that the Board of Trustees has selected me as the lone finalist, Boothe said. There have been several public information requests filed for release of the forensic audit. Superintendent's Office. That is something that were having done as a full audit to actually look at bond funds and to see if there is an issue at all, said Liggins. Job Title: Asst. Liggins has been the superintendent in Greenville ISD since April 2017. Greenville ISD strictly enforces and follows student privacy preferences and release of student information as outlined in FERPA guidelines (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). He is the proud father of one son, a 16 year-old high school junior. We are preparing students to enter a world that is rapidly changing and growing smaller every day due to innovation and developments in technology. In a statement, Dr. Liggins said the district will report this to the State Board for Educator Certification, and "they will determine what action might be taken concerning her teaching certificate.". Liggins was the one and only applicant for the position and now after the 21 day waiting period the district has made Liggins a formal offer and approval of acceptance. Greenville ISD superintendent denies lawsuit allegations Liggins has demonstrated his commitment towards education throughout his career by serving in the positions of bilingual and ESL classroom teacher, assistant principal, elementary, middle and high school principal and as an area superintendent of schools. Dr. Liggins hired as new GISD Superintendent