Montgomery County Board of Education President Karla Silvestre made the following statement at the Board’s business meeting today, Thursday, Oct. 26, concerning Superintendent Dr. Monifa B. McKnight’s medical leave.
“Dr. McKnight is on temporary medical leave to receive treatment for a persistent health issue. We are in contact with her and happy to report that she is in good condition and recovering at home. During the time she is out of the office, Brian Hull, the current Chief Operating Officer, will serve as Acting Superintendent. The Board sends our support to Dr. McKnight and her family and wish her a speedy recovery and safe return to work.”
Dr. McKnight has been absent from the office the past week and sent MCPS staff the following message, “I have been dealing with a medical condition that required hospitalization. I am home now, getting better every day, and looking forward to getting back to the office.” No timeframe has been announced for McKnight’s return.
Hull became Chief Operating Officer of MCPS in August 2022. The Chief Operating Officer oversees and supports all aspects of District Operations, Finance, and Human Resources and Development. According to MCPS, “The mission of the Office of the Chief Operating Officer is to provide the highest quality business operations and support services that are essential to the educational success of students through staff committed to fiscal and operational excellence and continuous improvement.”
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