DEVELOPING STORY: Memphis-Shelby County Schools is launching an investigation into superintendent Dr. Joris Ray following allegations he’s been having affairs with district employees.
The MSCS board had an emergency meeting Wednesday night to address the latest allegations, making the decision to launch an external review into them.
Ray will continue to serve as superintendent during the investigation, and the board will determine his future within the district based on the findings from the review.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FREE KWAM NEWS RADIO APP – STAY UP TO DATE ON NEWS ACROSS THE MID-SOUTH.
Read the statement released by MSCS regarding the review:
During an emergency executive session last night, the full nine-member Board for Memphis-Shelby County Schools met with contracted legal counsel Herman Morris. It was recommended to begin an external review into recent allegations of impropriety by MSCS Superintendent Dr. Joris Ray.
“We have called for a full and complete review into these allegations,” said Michelle McKissack, MSCS board chair. “If there are allegations of impropriety against the superintendent, the sole position we oversee at the school district, then it’s our sworn obligation to look further into the allegations.”
McKissack says the Board determined Superintendent Ray can continue to serve in the current role as the review is conducted. Pending the outcome of the review, the Board will determine the next and appropriate steps. Despite rumors and reports, the Board urges the community not to rush to judgment and to allow due process to play out. The Board is committed to uncovering the truth in support of MSCS employees and families.
Over the next few days, McKissack says the Board will seek independent counsel to conduct the review. McKissack will have virtual press availability today, July 7, from 2 – 5 p.m. to answer any outstanding questions, but per Morris’ guidance, the Board will then refrain from any further public comment on the issue until the review is complete. To request an interview, please email the media contacts above.
KWAM has reached out to the Superintendent’s office for comment. They have not responded.
