The Memphis-Shelby County Schools oversight board ended its first meeting with a clearer idea of what to expect moving forward.
The board filled three new leadership positions on Thursday morning, electing Billy Orgel as chair for a one-year term. The board also elected Shanea McKinney as vice chair and Nisha Powers as secretary.
The board is made up of nine members who have the power to make any changes they deem necessary in the district, including hiring and firing board members or superintendents…