Schools chief in controversy over his degree

• Cloud over Claim of “Dr.”
• Vote Off on Incoming School Chief
• Background, Finances Roil Schools Pick
• Carter Made Ph.D. Claim
• Carter Application Similar to Online Text
• Carter’s Star Quickly Dims
• Board Rejects Carter

Comments from the Judges:

“Strong piece of investigative journalism that helped lead to the decision not to hire Terrence Carter as superintendent of schools. The stories were fair and well-reported.”

“Thoroughly investigated and paired with a great column from the reporter.”