City Schools of Decatur Superintendent Gyimah Whitaker announced Tuesday that she is stepping down, leaving parents surprised and raising questions about a separation agreement that will pay her more than $400,000 in future salary.
Whitaker made the announcement during Tuesday’s school board meeting, spending about 15 minutes reflecting on her accomplishments during her three-year tenure. She did not provide details about why she was leaving.
“City Schools of Decatur is a special place,” Whitaker said, thanking the board of education for entrusting her with what she called its “gem.”…