By Joe Wessels, Media Relations Associate, Cincinnati Public Schools
The Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education voted for new cabinet positions for 2025 at its Jan. 6 meeting. Members elected board president, vice president and committee members.
Elected were Dr. Kareem Moncree-Moffett, president, and Eve, Bolton, vice president. Both are former teachers.
President Moncree-Moffett said, “I am deeply honored to serve Cincinnati Public Schools’ students, families and taxpayers. As we embark on this new year, I am committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive, every family feels valued and supported, and every taxpayer sees the impact of their investment in our schools. Together, we will continue to build a brighter future for our community through education.
“Together, we will confront the coming year’s challenges with determination, creativity and a shared commitment to success. By working collaboratively, we will overcome obstacles, seize opportunities and ensure a year of growth, resilience and progress for everyone in our community.”
She also commended Bolton’s work as the board president this past year.
Bolton said, “I am genuinely excited about the future of our district and deeply honored to step into the role of vice president. This opportunity allows me to contribute to our shared vision of excellence, equity and innovation. I look forward to supporting our students, families and community in meaningful ways. I am eager to lead openly, work closely with the board and serve with dedication to focus on the goals of CPS and the success of our students and increase value for the taxpayers.”
Bolton expressed appreciation of Board Member Mary Wineberg’s past service as vice president.
Superintendent Shauna Murphy said, “Effective guidance and teamwork are crucial to supporting the success of our students. As we work to advance student success through the Growth Plan, I am eager to collaborate with President Moffett, Vice President Bolton, our newly appointed committee chairpersons and the entire Board.”
The changes in board leadership take effect immediately.
CPS’ Board of Education is now structured as below:
- President: Kareem Moncree-Moffett.
- Vice President: Eve Bolton.
- Budget, finance and growth committee: Bolton, Brandon Craig, Jim Crosset and Moncree-Moffett.
- Policy and equity committee: Ben Lindy, Kendra Mapp and Mary Wineberg.
- Cincinnati Recreation Commission designee: Bolton.
- City Council Joint Meeting liaison: Moncree-Moffett.
- Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Cabinet: Board of Trustees/Southwest (SW) region executive committee: Crosset; Diversity and equity committee: Moncree-Moffett; Legislative liaison: Moncree-Moffett; Urban School District advisory network: Open to all board members; OSBA Capital Conference and planning committee; Bolton; Student achievement liaison: Mapp; OSBA Black Caucus: Wineberg.
Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA): Wineberg. - Activities Beyond the Classroom (ABC) designees: Bolton and Crosset.
- Business Advisory Council designee: Crosset.
- Hamilton County Addiction Response Coalition: Moncree-Moffett.
- Council of the Great City Schools designees: Craig and Mapp.
- Federal Legislative Advisory Group (FLAG) for the First Congressional District designee: Bolton
- Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy of School Funding Legal Steering Committee designee: Eve Bolton.
- Innovation Council: Crosset.
For more information about the CPS Board of Education, visit www.cps-k12.org/Board
The Cincinnati City School District, also known as Cincinnati Public Schools, serves about 36,000 students in more than 66 schools spread across southwest Ohio. For more information, visit www.cps-k12.org
Feature Image: Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education. From left are Jim Crosset, Board President Kareem Moncree-Moffett, PhD, Mary Wineberg, Board Board Vice President Eve Bolton, Brandon Craig, Kendra Mapp and Ben Lindy. Photo provided