Carstarphen out; divided Atlanta school board doesn't detail split

In a crucial decision with little public explanation, the Atlanta school board has chosen not to renew Superintendent Meria Carstarphen’s contract.

The board delivered the news Monday after more than three hours in a closed session. When they returned, Chairman Jason Esteves said a majority of the board did not support extending Carstarphen’s contract. The announcement ended weeks of speculation and dashed hopes from some high-profile community leaders who had urged the board to retain Carstarphen.

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