Catty Moore Takes the Helm Amid Forsyth's $42 Million School Crisis

A Seasoned Leader in Turbulent Times

Catty Moore, no stranger to tackling financial emergencies, steps into the role of interim superintendent for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools with an unparalleled record of transformation in challenging conditions. Her experience handling previous financial upheavals provides hope and assurance in a climate of uncertainty.

Navigating Durham’s Financial Storm

Previously, in Durham Public Schools, Moore confronted a severe budget crisis, where salary miscalculations left a gaping $7 million deficit. Her strategic maneuvering during employee protests exemplified her leadership prowess. Despite the tension, Moore successfully advocated for maintaining pay scales that honored commitments to the staff.

Lessons from Durham: Steadfast Resolve

Her role in Durham had lasting impacts. Implementing strategic budget holds turned out to be a game-changer, saving the district millions and stabilizing the financial landscape. As the current Winston-Salem/Forsyth shortfall looms much larger at $42 million, Moore’s previous strategies stand as a testament to her capability to recalibrate and strengthen institutional resilience.

Forsyth’s Mountainous Challenges

The enormity of Forsyth’s fiscal crisis is, without doubt, daunting. Yet, as Moore assumes leadership here, influential voices like that of Millicent Rogers, Chairwoman of Durham’s Board of Education, express confidence in Moore’s critical insights and capacity to restore fiscal integrity. “Moore’s decisive actions have left lasting improvements,” Rogers articulates, drawing from past experience.

Anticipating Future Changes

Under her guidance, the expectation is not just to manage but to significantly optimize the district’s financial strategies while navigating through the administrative transition. Her commitment to upholding educational excellence amidst fiscal distress will be the beacon guiding Forsyth Schools forward, embedded in the mission to safeguard future financial stability.

Anchoring in Excellency

Moore’s journey with Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools begins as more than just a temporary fix. Her journey is one of legacy building — a leader who not only aims to address immediate concerns but also instills confidence for sustained educational prosperity.

As the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools prepare to weather the storm, Moore’s appointment is more than just a staffing change; it is an assurance of adept stewardship, invaluable during these turbulent times. According to Winston-Salem Journal, the district embarks on this new chapter with fortitude and hope for a steady recovery.