After nearly 40 years of dedicated service to New York City's public schools, I have made the decision to retire at the end of this year, Chancellor Banks said in a statement Tuesday. I want to thank Mayor Adams for giving me the opportunity to serve as chancellor, and I am immensely proud of the progress we've made together — ensuring every child can read, expanding special education and gifted & talented programs, and creating innovative pathways for our students to secure rewarding careers and long-term success.
In a letter to Mayor Eric Adams obtained by Pix-11 reporter Dan Mannarino and posted on X (formerly Twitter), the chancellor said he had discussed possible retirement with the mayor earlier this year. Banks believes the end of the current calendar year is the appropriate time to step aside. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished during my tenure and the opportunity to work alongside such dedicated professionals to shape the future of education in our great city is one that I will always cherish, Banks wrote.
Mayor Adams saluted the outgoing chancellor in a statement Tuesday. I am immensely grateful and proud of the work accomplished under your leadership, Chancellor Banks. Your commitment to our students and families has made a real impact.
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