School Superintendent Search Put on Hold in Hamilton County

Hamilton Co. (WDEF)  The search for a new Superintendent of Schools in Hamilton County could drag into 2017.

School Board members voted 5-4 last night to put off hiring a search firm to find viable candidates.

The three newly elected board members all voted to delay the search and instead, hold a retreat to create a vision for what they want in the next leader.

Hamilton County has been without a permanent Superintendent of Schools since Rick Smith took leave in March following the Ooltewah High rape scandal.

Dr. Kirk Kelly continues to serve as the interim head.