At its next meeting, the Monroe City School Board is set to elect a new president, a role that will carry significant responsibilities, including overseeing the selection of a new superintendent for the district. This decision comes at a time…
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School Board OKs forensic audit to clear path for next superintendent
The Monroe City School Board is still wading in the muddy waters as it deals with the ongoing investigation into financial misconduct surrounding former Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine. Questions are being asked, the legislative auditors are searching books, and blame…
Board allows Brent Vidrine to retire with full benefits despite investigation
In a move sparking controversy and public outcry, the Monroe City School Board, during a special meeting on October 30th, has allowed Dr. Brent Vidrine, under investigation for alleged financial misconduct and forged documents, to retire with full benefits. The…
NAACP critical of double standard board uses during Vidrine investigation
Rev. Ambrose Douzart, the President of the Ouachita Parish Branch of the NAACP, has criticized the Monroe City School Board for allowing Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine to remain in his position amid an ongoing financial misconduct investigation. The board’s decision…
Vidrine to continue, despite financial misconduct investigation
In a split vote, the Monroe City School Board decided to break from its established policy, allowing Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine to remain actively serving as superintendent while under investigation for suspected financial misconduct. The board convened for an extensive…
Vidrine is suspected target of school district financial misconduct complaint
If leaked reports are true, Monroe City Schools Superintendent Brent Vidrine finds himself at the center of a potentially damaging investigation into suspected financial misconduct. The Monroe City School Board officially announced the investigation during their meeting on September 5,…
Board rehires Vidrine with increased, $290,000 pay package; Cooper opposed
Despite complaints that Black student performance in the district is declining, the Monroe City School Board gave its Superintendent a new contract and a $12,000 raise. In a 5-1 vote with one abstaining, the board voted to extend the contract…