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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
‘We can't hide kids:' Sumter County superintendent promises change after student records scandal
Sumter County Schools Superintendent Logan Brown greeted reporters at the door first thing Monday morning and made no secret of his reasoning to call a rare press conference at the small district: a need to show change was coming as he focused on rebuilding trust. 'We can't hide kids,' he said. 'We have to educate them to the highest standard, and that's exactly what we're going to do going forward.' Less than a year into his tenure, Brown accepted responsibility and blame for a scheme made public by a 53-page report released by the Florida Department of Education last week that said for six years, the district falsified student records in order to boost its ratings and funding. The plan centered around a program named SOAR. According to the report, the district moved approximately 200 low-performing students out of classrooms in their zoned school and into virtual classes. The investigation found that in some cases, the district never notified parents. Brown said several staff had been terminated and the administrators involved had left before he took over. He said the district would not have to give any money back. 'This is something that happened in the past, and we want to go forward and focus on the great things that we're doing,' he said. 'The only thing that I can commit to you as the leader of the school district now is that this will never happen again.' Online and in-person Monday, residents celebrated the notes of transparency the district was sounding. Mistrust has run deep in some corners of the county, and the response suggested Brown was moving the district in the right direction. Ironically, three of the four schools involved increased their ratings after SOAR ended and students returned to their normal classrooms. Two of the schools are now A-rated. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Sumter County School District created 'shell schools' to boost school grade, increase funding
A state investigation found that the Sumter County School District falsified student data to boost some schools' scores. The state says this happened while former Superintendent Richard Shirley was leading the district. In a statement posted on the district's Facebook, current Superintendent Logan Brown called the previous leadership's alleged actions 'a deliberate and unethical attempt to manipulate school performance metrics at the expense of our students.' The 53-page report from the Florida Department of Education's Office of Inspector General says the district moved approximately 200 low-performing students out of classrooms in their zoned school and into virtual classes. The investigation found that in some cases, the district never notified parents. The state says it received a tip back in November 2023. The tipster claimed the Sumter County School District 'falsified student data and reporting' and created 'shell schools' to remove low-performing students from school grades in order to increase funding from the state. The so-called shell schools were virtual programs known as SOAR. The report says between 2016 and 2021, roughly 200 students were taken out these 4 Sumter County Schools: Wildwood Elementary, Wildwood Middle High, South Sumter Middle, and Webster Elementary. The report says Wildwood Elementary achieved a 'B grade' for the 2016/17 school year, but the school would have scored a 'C grade' if the district didn't remove low-performing students. The report says that former Superintendent Shirley and former Assistant Superintendent Deborah Moffitt 'provided and approved the instruction to the district to withdraw low-performing SOAR students from their traditional zoned schools and enroll them in virtual school. However, former Superintendent Shirley states in the report that SOAR was intended to help students. He said the improved school grade was not the purpose of SOAR, but it was a 'side benefit.' Shirley retired last year shortly after the state launched an investigation into the district. Current Superintendent Brown released a statement calling the alleged actions 'serious misconduct by the previous leadership.' Brown is set to speak more about the investigation and the district's plan moving forward at a news conference Monday morning. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
USA Today
14-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Experts predict Chiefs could pick this Kansas Jayhawks star during the 2025 NFL draft
Experts predict Chiefs could pick this Kansas Jayhawks star during the 2025 NFL draft The Kansas City Chiefs need to add depth to their offensive line during the 2025 NFL draft, and the experts at Pro Football Network think that the defending AFC Champions could turn to the Sunflower State for their next upgrade. According to PFN, the Chiefs might look to target Kansas Jayhawks tackle Logan Brown on Day 3 of the draft if general manager Brett Veach doesn't address Kansas City's front-five early. Check out PFN's full analysis of why Brown would be an ideal fit for the Chiefs as a late-round pick: "The Chiefs must attack the trenches early and often in this draft. The 2024 season saw mixed results on the offensive line. They ranked 8th in pass block win rate, but their issues at left tackle got exposed in the Super Bowl. Kansas City signed Jaylon Moore, but Logan Brown has eventual starter upside. He has undeniable power and athletic talent. He's just inexperienced, with a single season as a starter." Kansas City's front office has added players from nearby universities in the past by selecting Missouri Tigers linebacker Nick Bolton and Kansas State Wildcats defensive lineman Felix Anudike-Uzomah in the 2021 and 2023 NFL drafts, respectively.
USA Today
13-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Final offensive tackle rankings heading into the 2025 NFL Draft
Final offensive tackle rankings heading into the 2025 NFL Draft The NFL Draft is always a fluid process, with a lot of information constantly coming in about the players within the class. Every position requires countless hours of film, combing over testing numbers, looking at work at all-star games and pro days. Through it all, a clearer image of the players within each position group appears. The next position we will discuss in our final rankings is wide receiver. The offensive tackle class is very much a mixed bag. At the top, there are a handful of bonafide starting-caliber tackles in the class; from there, it starts to fall off dramatically. That being said, there are a decent number of projects that the team could find worth investing in, but they need a lot of work. Before we spoil the names and where they fall, here are our final top 15 offensive tackles ranked for the 2025 NFL Draft. 15) Anthony Belton, LT, NC State Height: 6-6 / Weight: 336 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.26 40-yard dash time 8'11" broad jump Best Traits Good size to handle edge rushers Good footwork Can finish blocks/play to the whistle Grade: 6.15 (Day Three) 14) Logan Brown, RT, Kansas Height: 6-6 / Weight: 311 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.18 40-yard dash time 32" vertical jump 9'03" broad jump 4.51 short shuttle Best Traits Reliable in pass protection Good use of hands to maintain leverage Good punch on initial contact with defenders Grade: 6.23 (Day Two) 13) Jalen Rivers, LT, Miami (FL) Height: 6-6 / Weight: 319 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.29 40-yard dash time 9'00" broad jump 34 7/8" arms Best Traits Good anchor ability Great size to handle NFL defenders Uses his length to his advantage Grade: 6.23 (Day Two) 12) Charles Grant, LT, William & Mary Height: 6-5 / Weight: 311 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 34 6/8" arms Best Traits Great length to handle defenders Good foot and hand techniques He is only going to get better over time Grade: 6.37 (Day Two) 11) Marcus Mbow, RT, Purdue Height: 6-4 / Weight: 303 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 4.67 short shuttle time Best Traits Twitchy movements when fighting with defenders Good footwork Good anchor ability Grade: 6.45 (Day Two) 10) Cameron Williams, RT, Texas Height: 6-6 / Weight: 317 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 34 4/8" arms Best Traits NFL-size and then some Good footwork to stay with edge rushers Good punch on initial contact Grade: 6.45 (Day Two) 9) Ozzy Trapilo, RT, Boston College Height: 6-8 / Weight: 316 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.21 40-yard dash 8'10" broad jump Best Traits Good use of hands to get leverage Demonstrates good strength to finish blocks Burst off the ball when in run blocking situations to pancake defenders Grade: 6.65 (Day Two) 8) Aireontae Ersery, LT, Minnesota Height: 6-6 / Weight: 331 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.01 40-yard dash time 9'03" broad jump 7.81 3-cone drill Best Traits Uses his size to bulldoze defenders Moves deceptively well despite his size Good footwork to maintain balance Grade: 6.75 (Day Two) 7) Ajani Cornelius, RT, Oregon Height: 6-5 / Weight: 310 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers No Testing Numbers available Best Traits Shows good power when engaging defenders Good footwork Uses length to his advantage Grade: 6.87 (Day Two) 6) Wyatt Millum, LT, West Virginia Height: 6-6/ Weight: 313 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.27 40-yard dash time 30" vertical jump 9'00" broad jump Best Traits Versatility in playing various positions Strong hands to maintain leverage Good anchor ability Grade: 6.95 (Day Two) 5) Kelvin Banks Jr., LT, Texas Height: 6-5/ Weight: 315 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.16 40-yard dash time 32" vertical jump 8'08" broad jump 7.81 3-cone time Best Traits Great in pass protection Good anchor ability Moves well enough to be a lead blocker when called upon Grade: 6.95 (Day Two) 4) Josh Connerly Jr., LT, Oregon Height: 6-5 / Weight: 311 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 5.05 40-yard dash time 34.5" vertical jump 8'07" broad jump Best Traits Good power to engage and finish blocks Good footwork Great in pass protection Grade: 6.95 (Day Two) 3) Armand Membou, RT, Missouri Height: 6-4 / Weight: 332 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 4.91 40-yard dash time 34" vertical jump 9'07" broad jump Best Traits Good size that he uses for leverage Moves very well Demonstrates great strength through every play to the whistle Grade: 7.5 (Day One) 2) Josh Simmons, LT, Ohio State Height: 6-5 / Weight: 317 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers Testing numbers not available Best Traits Has shown continuous growth every year on film Great footwork and kick out ability Moves very well, can be a lead blocker when assigned the role Grade: 7.53 (Day One) 1) Will Campbell, LT, LSU Height: 6-6 / Weight: 319 lbs. Notable Testing Numbers 4.98 40-yard dash time 32" vertical jump 9'05" broad jump Best Traits Great footwork Great initial power in his punch on defenders Finishes blocks by playing to the whistle Grade: 7.55 (Day One)
USA Today
24-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Chiefs scouting report: Kansas Jayhawks OT Logan Brown
Chiefs scouting report: Kansas Jayhawks OT Logan Brown The Kansas City Chiefs selected developmental offensive tackles in each of the past two years. Wanya Morris and Kingsley Suamataia didn't earn starting roles, but the Chiefs made the right decision to target youth along the offensive line. They should select another developmental option in the 2025 NFL draft. Kansas Jayhawks right tackle Logan Brown is an overwhelming run blocker who needs time to develop his footwork in pass protection. Injuries limited him to fewer than 1,000 offensive snaps during his six-year college career. His physical tools make him one of the best Day 3 developmental offensive linemen in the class. Brown's arms measured 34 3/4" at the Senior Bowl, far surpassing the necessary threshold. The measurement at the NFL Combine came back shorter, but this year's Combine measurements are controversial and possibly inaccurate. Brown uses his length to frame blocks and takes control of plays with powerful punches and his incredible grip strength. Brown times his strikes well and delivers firm punches that re-route pass rushers. Defenders struggle to break free from his grasp. Brown needs to develop more hand counters, but he already deploys a snatch trap and knows how to attack and break a defender's long-arm. Brown's hand usage in pass protection far surpasses his footwork. He struggles to match the pace of wide-alignment rushers and oversets, opening the B-gap. Brown needs to refine his kick step and develop more consistent, repeatable footwork to extend his range. He needs to sink his hips more when anchoring and maintain a wider base instead of narrowing his stance. Brown shines in the run game. His hand placement grants him access to the defender's frame, and he uses his leg drive, grip strength and powerful core to torque and drive defenders out of gaps. He plowed through Big 12 defensive linemen, washing away defenders on down blocks or blowing open the B-gap by displacing outside linebackers toward the sideline. Brown plays through the whistle and looks for opportunities to pancake defenders. His mean streak, power and impressive mobility to pick off linebackers at the second level make him a tone-setter in the run game. Options at offensive tackle in the 2025 NFL draft run thin after the first 70 selections. Iowa State's Jalen Travis, Rutgers' Hollin Pierce, Brown and maybe Wisconsin's Jack Nelson are the only interesting options outside of that range. The Chiefs shouldn't miss their chance to add another developmental option along the offensive line.
