Williams named as BCPS superintendent

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Williams named as BCPS superintendent

Dr. Angela Williams, a 29-year veteran with the Burke County Public Schools System, has been selected by the board of education as the new superintendent. The decision was announced June 17, following interviews with five candidates. She will succeed Rudy Falana, who is retiring from the position. Williams has served at the elementary, middle and high school and central office []

Source: The True Citizen

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