MS SC641

Recognizes Dr. Charles Lynn Weathersby's retirement as Superintendent of Education for Rankin County Schools after serving as the longest-tenured superintendent in the district's history, elected in 2000 and currently in his fourth term.

Acknowledges the superintendent's leadership overseeing Mississippi's third-largest school district with 28 schools, approximately 19,500 students, and 3,000 employees, including over $150 million in construction projects and significant technology infrastructure improvements.

Highlights district achievements under Dr. Weathersby's tenure including an "A" accountability rating, dropout rate of 8.7% (compared to state average of 13.9%), 86% graduation rate, $27 million in scholarships for the 2013-2014 graduating class, and 12 consecutive years of State Auditor recognition for financial excellence.

Lists Dr. Weathersby's major honors and leadership roles including Mississippi Association of School Administrators Golden Lamp Award (2013), MASS Superintendent of the Year, President of the Mississippi Association of School Superintendents, and various board memberships in state and regional education organizations.

Extends best wishes to Dr. Weathersby and his family and directs that the resolution be presented to him, the Rankin County Board of Education, and the State Board of Education.