Another Grand Rapids Public Schools Leader on Leave

Another Grand Rapids Public Schools administrator has been placed on administrative leave, district officials confirmed Friday.

GRPS Superintendent Leadriane Roby said in a note to staff dated Friday that Chief Area Instructional Leader for the Southeast Quadrant Bridget Cheney is on leave through the remainder of the school year.

"Our district is committed to transparency, which is why we are sharing this information promptly with our staff," Roby said. "Because this is a personnel matter, the district cannot comment further on the circumstances surrounding the leave."

13 ON YOUR SIDE confirmed the leave is paid.

Cheney's role carries significant responsibility within the district. As Chief Area Instructional Leader for the Southeast Quadrant, she directed instructional quality, implemented strategic plans, and supervised school principals within her specific geographic area.

GRPS said Maleika Joubert Brown will oversee the schools and programs under Cheney's supervision for the rest of the school year.

"We are grateful to have a dedicated and experienced leader ready to step in and provide stable guidance for our schools," Roby said.

The last day of school for Grand Rapids Public Schools is June 3.

This is not the first administrative leave in the district this year. Earlier this month, Dr. Brandy Lovelady Mitchell, the deputy superintendent for Grand Rapids Public Schools, was also put on administrative leave.

The district continues to maintain transparency with staff and families as it navigates personnel matters.