Prince George’s schools could lose superintendent to Philly

Published June 23, 2012 4:00am ET



Prince George’s County Public Schools might lose Superintendent William Hite to Philadelphia, the school system announced late Friday night.

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The School Reform Commission for the School District of Philadelphia announced earlier on Friday that Hite is a finalist in the search for a new superintendent. Hite is up against Pedro Martinez, the deputy superintendent of the Clark County School District in Nevada.

“While I have not sought out other professional opportunities, I have been approached on numerous occasions and have turned them down,” Hite said in a statement. “However, my wife Deirdre and I believe this is an opportunity that we must explore.”

Hite will participate in a public forum in Philadelphia on Tuesday, where he will be able to meet Philadelphia residents.

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