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Welcome Dr. Jermall Wright, new superintendent of the Little Rock School District. The topography of central Arkansas and western Mississippi is similar, and the latitudes not far off, so the rest of us won't have to explain to him rolling hills, tornadoes, or hot summers. He should fit in nicely. Especially since he seems so determined to get into the job of educating our kids. Like good principals, good superintendents are hard to find--and the best of them are energetic, eager and passionate.

The Little Rock School Board voted 6-0 at a special four-minute meeting Wednesday to approve a final contract for new superintendent Jermall Wright.

With superintendent Michael Poore set to retire in the summer, Little Rock School District is eager to get started with new superintendent, Jermall Wright.

School board members made the unanimous decision Tuesday to recommend Dr. Jermall Wright for the job of LRSD superintendent.

The Little Rock School Board has scheduled a special meeting for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to determine the next steps in its search for a new superintendent.