Barbara Byrd-Bennett

Barbara Byrd-Bennett is an educational professional known for her leadership roles in urban school districts, particularly in Chicago and Cleveland. She has extensive experience in education administration, focusing on improving school performance and student outcomes. However, her career was marred by a scandal involving her alleged involvement in a school contract scheme, which led to her conviction for fraud and wire fraud charges. This controversy overshadowed her contributions to education, highlighting the importance of transparency and ethics in administrative leadership.