In St. Louis, the teachers’ union has announced a vote of no confidence in Superintendent Millicent Borishade. According to KSDK, more than two-thirds of union members signed a petition calling for new leadership. Union President Ray Cummings criticized Borishade’s proposal to close more than half of the district’s schools.
First Alert 4 reports that the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) St. Louis, led by Cummings, is also concerned about Borishade’s handling of school consolidations following tornado damage. Some members signed the petition despite concerns about possible retaliation.
The St. Louis Board of Education has not opposed Borishade, St. Louis Public Radio noted. In a statement, the board emphasized the importance of collaboration and said the superintendent remains committed to strengthening the district. Borishade confirmed that no final decisions have been made on school closures.
Borishade became superintendent in August 2024 after serving in an interim capacity. She succeeded Keisha Scarlett, who was removed by the board following allegations of misusing public funds, which Scarlett has denied. AFT St. Louis plans to deliver the petition to Board of Education President Karen Collins-Adams.
