The response did not contain any direct responses to the allegations against Feagins, but generally called all of them "meritless."

Board member Amber Huett-Garcia introduced the resolution for the Jan. 14, MSCS work session. The resolution reads that Huett-Garcia supports her colleagues in examining the performance of Feagins, but that she "stand firmly" in support of more time for her to lead the district.

After a national search, Dr. Marie Feagins was named superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools in February.

Marie Feagins was hired by the Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board in April but now faces possible firing from board members in early 2025.

"DEEPLY DISTRUBED" - In a two page letter, MSCS Superintendent responded to the school board, addressing allegations against her and the attempt to terminate her.

MSCS Superintendent Marie Feagins has released a formal response to the school board's resolution to terminate her. "The commitment of five board members to prematurely end my contract without substantiated cause is extremely disappointing,

Memphis-Shelby County Schools board member Amber Huett-Garcia has proposed an alternative to firing Superintendent Marie Feagins, board documents show. Huett-Garcia’s resolution would provide time for Feagins to remedy the issues board members identified and would require monthly updates to the public about the progress made.