Missouri state education board selects interim commissioner amid leadership shakeup

Missouri's State Board of Education has appointed educational consultant Stacey Preis as the interim commissioner, marking a significant leadership transition in the state's education department. This move comes amid a shakeup and major policy shifts mandated by Governor Mike Kehoe. Preis, a former department official and legislative researcher, is tasked with steering the agency through this tumultuous period. Her appointment suggests a focus on stability and continuity as the state navigates these changes, highlighting the importance of experienced leadership during times of significant reform.