Fresno Unified School District announced the appointment of a new chief information officer after controversy drove out former communications boss Nikki Henry.

The district has hired Adela Garcia Duncan, according to a social media post made Wednesday night.

Duncan has many years of experience in sales and communications. She will officially start in mid-September.

“Ms. Garcia Duncan brings a powerful combination of service, strategy, and innovation to Fresno Unified,” district spokesperson Diana Diaz said. “We’re excited to welcome her as our new Chief Information Officer and look forward to the impact she will make for our students and families.”

Additionally, the School Board approved the hiring of Dr. Ben Amuku Drati as deputy superintendent. He will begin work on Tuesday, Sept. 2,

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