Addison Davis

He had served on an interim basis following the resignation of Addison Davis.

The civil rights group expressed concerns the school district's top spot could be offered to former Hillsborough Superintendent Addison Davis, without community input.

In a unanimous vote at a special board meeting Tuesday, the Hillsborough County School Board decided to place interim Supt. Van Ayres into the position two weeks early.

The Hillsborough County School Board voted 4-3 to approve new school boundaries. The plan will take effect in the 2024-25 school year.

In a unanimous vote, the Hillsborough County School Board appointed Van Ayres as interim superintendent following Addison Davis' resignation. He will start July 15.

In a letter to school board members, Davis said he is resigning as of July 14.

After hours of public comment, board members voted Tuesday to close Just Elementary. A second vote will be held on May 9.

Hillsborough School Board members voted 4-3 Tuesday at a special meeting to ban "This Book is Gay" by Juno Dawson from all middle schools in the county.

Board members voted unanimously against making a decision on the boundary changes at Tuesday's meeting. They will hold another workshop on March 9.

Hillsborough County School Board members heard a fourth proposal that was touted late last week by Superintendent Addison Davis.

The district is weighing three different scenarios that could shutter schools and affect thousands of students and staff.

Hillsborough School District leaders are preparing to welcome students back this fall with the school year starting in just a week.