South Bend School Board plans to name interim superintendent

The South Bend Community School Corporation is set to part ways with Superintendent Todd Cummings, with a tentative agreement reportedly reached between him and the school board. An official vote to appoint an interim superintendent is scheduled for Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., where the board will consider candidates Sarita Stevens, Davion Lewis, and Mansour Eid. Cummings faced criticism for his handling of school operations during icy conditions in February, which resulted in a student injury and several bus incidents. The board had previously planned to vote on placing him on administrative leave, but that meeting was unexpectedly postponed. This transition comes as the board seeks to continue focusing on student-centered initiatives and improve safety protocols within the district. The final decision on the interim superintendent will be confirmed following the board meeting.