School Superintendent Resigns

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Shannon Stoudemire

Gone: The Southfield High School Marching Band played at the retirement party for Dr. Wanda-Cook Robinson.

Superintendent Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson of Southfield Public Schools sent a letter of resignation to staff members on February 12.

She has accepted a new position as Chief of Staff for Oakland Schools.

According to the letter, her resignation is effective March 9, 2014.

The letter said, “I am sad to leave such a wonderful school district, but excited to accept a new challenge. The past nine years as Superintendent of Southfield Public Schools have been the best in my professional career.”

According to a press release issued by the district, Cook-Robinson will join Oakland Schools as part of their executive cabinet.

Associate Superintendent Lynda Wood is serving as interim superintendent until the position is permanently filled.

To view a copy of Cook-Robinson’s resignation letter, click on the following link: Superintendent resignation to Staff[1]