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critical evaluation

Time for Garcia to go

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I initally applauded the hiring of Metro Nashville Public Schools Director Pedro Garcia, but I think it’s time for him to go. I considered the school board’s decision to bring in someone with a proven track record from outside the system to be an intelligent and well-reasoned decision. In retrospect, it looks more like a mistake.

Garcia wants out of contract

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Board will vote today on his severance request
By JAIME SARRIO • Staff Writer (Tennessean) • January 19, 2008

Metro Schools Director Pedro Garcia on Friday made his first official move to be released from his contract, just one day before the board was set to begin his annual evaluation process.

The embattled school director is under contract until 2010 but submitted a written request for the board to consider giving him a severance package.

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