News Summary
Jennifer Schroeder has resigned as principal of Randolph Middle School amid ongoing controversies and her recent suspension. Dr. Michael Turner will take over as interim principal while the administration faces significant concerns from parents regarding school safety and transparency in handling incidents. The situation escalated after Schroeder was allegedly assaulted by a parent during a school confrontation. The district prioritizes ensuring student safety and effective leadership as it transitions for the next academic year.
Charlotte – Jennifer Schroeder has resigned from her position as principal of Randolph Middle School, effective July 1, 2025, amid ongoing controversies that have enveloped the school’s leadership. The decision comes after she was suspended with pay on May 20, 2025. However, the school district has not provided specific reasons for either her suspension or her impending resignation.
In the interim, the district has appointed Dr. Michael Turner, a retired principal with over 30 years of educational experience, to oversee the school beginning this summer. Turner will be responsible for managing the start of the 2025-26 academic year, ensuring a seamless transition amid the administrative changes. To further support the school’s operations during this turbulent period, additional administrative assistance will come from Janice Davidson and assistant principal Dr. Micah Griffith.
Schroeder’s suspension arose shortly after the suspension of Jamie Brooks, who served as principal of Ardrey Kell High School. Like Schroeder, Brooks was also placed on suspension without explanation and later chose to retire. This wave of suspensions has drawn significant attention from parents and staff, who have voiced concerns over the lack of transparency provided by the school district regarding these matters.
Incident Leading to Suspension
Prior to her suspension, Schroeder was involved in a troubling incident on May 5, 2025, when she was allegedly assaulted by a parent, Mariah Hector. The confrontation escalated after Hector was called to the school concerning a fight involving her daughter. During the altercation, Hector was charged with assault on a school employee, second-degree trespassing, and attempted strangulation of assistant superintendent Jennifer Dean. The situation was serious enough to necessitate a lockdown of Randolph Middle School to ensure the safety of all students and staff present.
Concerns from Parents and Staff
The sequence of events surrounding both Schroeder’s and Brooks’ suspensions has sparked outrage among the parent community. Many have expressed frustration over the district’s lack of communication and the opaque handling of the situation. Parents are particularly concerned about their children’s safety and the administration’s response to the altercations that have arisen within the school environment.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The Randolph Middle School administration is working to address these issues as they prepare for the upcoming school year under new leadership. The district’s emphasis on a secure and supported environment remains a priority, especially as they navigate the complexities introduced by these recent events. Parents and community members continue to seek clarification and assurance about the measures being implemented to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students in the wake of these controversies.
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