ATLANTA (March 21, 2023) | Yesterday, Senator Emanuel Jones (D – Decatur), released the following statement endorsing Dr. Vasanne Tinsley for Superintendent of the DeKalb County School District:
“It is my distinct honor to provide my official nomination and endorsement for Dr. Vasanne Tinsley as a candidate for Superintendent of the DeKalb County School District,” said Sen. Jones. “Dr. Tinsley has honorably served the DeKalb County School District for over 30 years, including her current position as Interim Superintendent of the DeKalb County School District. Throughout her many years of service to DeKalb County, Dr. Tinsley has served as a school counselor, System-Wide Head Counselor, Director of Student Support Services and Deputy Superintendent of Student Support and Intervention. Despite a longtime battle with high turnover rates within the school district, Dr. Tinsley has worked tirelessly to stabilize the district by creating an environment for students, faculty and parents to learn, work and thrive. With over 93,000 students and almost 15,000 Georgians employed in the DeKalb County School District, it is prudent that we allow Dr. Tinsley to uphold the standards she has successfully established. Dr. Tinsley views the role of superintendent as a lifetime commitment to educating our children in preparation for a bright future ahead and because of this, I can attest to her character and contributions to DeKalb County. Thank you for taking the time to consider Dr. Vasanne Tinsley for Superintendent of the DeKalb County School District.”
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Sen. Emanuel Jones represents the 10th Senate District, which includes portions of DeKalb and Henry County. He may be reached at 404.656.0502 or by email at emanuel.jones@senate.ga.gov.