Cobbs Sworn in as Superintendent

ROCKY MOUNT – Franklin County educator Dr. Bernice Cobbs was sworn in as Franklin County Public Schools Superintendent Tuesday in Rocky Mount. Cobbs’ first day on the job is December 1.

Cobbs takes over after Mark Church enters retirement. Church was originally scheduled to retire earlier in the year, but stayed on after the school board asked him to in wake of COVID-19.

Photos from Janet Stockton.