Monday, May 10, 2010

Cook County Superintendent on Trial

The Chicago Tribune reported that Superintendent Charles Flowers, from Suburban Cook County Regional Office of Education, is on trial for official misconduct, theft and misapplication of funds. The superintendent has been accused of pocketing over $300,000 from the Suburban Cook County Regional Office of Education.

On top of that, the State of IL is debating whether to close down the R.O.E. and shift its responsibilities to Intermediate Service Centers throughout Suburban Cook County. Usually the ROEs provide services such as, teacher certifications and bus driver training.

Read more... Tribune Article


~Peace Till Next Time ~ MoCo

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