Caroline Kennedy Named To Oversee Partnerships For New York City Schools
In an effort to garner more support for the New York City schools, Chancellor Joel I. Klein last week tapped Caroline Kennedy to lead the district's fund-raising and partnership efforts.
As chief executive of the new office of strategic partnerships, Ms. Kennedy, a best-selling author, public-service advocate, and the daughter of President John F. Kennedy, will oversee efforts to get the private sector more actively involved in the public school system.
"There are so many dedicated, talented, and creative teachers, principals, and superintendents working their hearts out to educate young New Yorkers," Ms. Kennedy said in a statement. "I welcome the chance to support their efforts and to help give them the...
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