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Cleveland Schools CEO Eugene Sanders Steps Down

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Cleveland Schools CEO Eugene Sanders dropped a bombshell over the weekend: He's stepping down just as his massive academic transformation plan begins. Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson must find a new chief executive who can keep the reform rolling while facing a $58 million operating deficit, negotiating new deals with unions and possibly championing a levy. What skills and background must the next schools chief possess and what lessons can be learned from other districts? Join the conversation Wednesday at 9 on the Sound of Ideas.

Tom Ott, Education Reporter, The Plain Dealer
Keith Reed, Senior Editor, Catalyst Ohio
David Quolke, President, Cleveland Teachers Union
David James, Superintendent, Akron City Schools