Superintendent
Contact the Superintendent
Verletta White, Ed.D
(540) 853-2381 | vwhite@rcps.info
P.O. Box 13145, Roanoke, VA 24031
Meet Our Superintendent
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Dr. Verletta White
A results-driven, student-centered, visionary leader, Dr. Verletta White was appointed Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS) on July 1, 2020. She has been recognized regionally and nationally for her ability to bring together communities for the benefit of students. In 2023, she was named Virginia’s 2024 State Superintendent of the Year, Virginia’s Region VI Superintendent of the Year, and was also touted as one of the five superintendents in the nation to watch by K-12 Dive.
Often referring to Roanoke City as "the sweetest City on earth," Dr. White is involved and engaged within the community. She serves on boards and advisory councils for many local, regional, and state organizations.
Dr. White holds a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Towson University, a Master of Arts degree in leadership in teaching from the Notre Dame of Maryland University, and a Doctor of Education degree in urban educational leadership from Morgan State University.
Dr. White and her husband, Sidney, are the proud parents of two grown children, Victoria and Bethany, both of whom graduated from public schools.
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The Star News
The Star News, a monthly newsletter designed to provide the RCPS community an additional way to receive reminders and learn more about our wonderful schools, includes a personal letter titled "Superintendent's Corner."
Challenge Coin
The Superintendent's Challenge Coin is a means of recognizing individuals who embody the "We Are One" theme.
Open Book Podcast
Open Book is your monthly backstage pass to Roanoke City School District. Hosted by Superintendent Dr. Verletta White, this monthly podcast connects listeners with inspiring stories and the transformative work happening within our schools.
From the Superintendent's Desk
A guide to what the Commonwealth of Virginia’s new school ratings mean for RCPS families.
A message from Dr. White about supporting our students.
Watch a special message from Dr. White as she welcomes families to the start of the 2025-26 school year!
Learn about potential changes to the 21st Century Afterschool Programs.
An update from Dr. White and the School Board regarding federal immigration policies.
Latest Updates
The Equity in Action project is complete!
When I joined Roanoke City Public Schools, one of my first promises to you was to “monitor school system efforts toward equity and access to ensure high-quality programming for all students.” To that end, in May 2021, we presented our Equity in Action proposal to the School Board and Roanoke City Council at their joint meeting, which received approval.
I'm proud to share that as of July 2025, that three-pronged plan has been completed!
- January 2024: Opening of the Charles W. Day Technical Education Center (DAYTEC), which doubled Career & Technical Education seat capacity
- April 2025: Dedication of the William B. Robertson Administration Building in downtown Roanoke, which centralized our administration into one location, which made the other two projects possible.
- July 2025: Opening of the Community Empowerment Center at Booker T. Washington, which provides families with a one-stop shop for enrollment, workshops, and other resources.
Superintendent's Core Executive Cabinet
The Superintendent's Core Executive Cabinet is aligned with the division's strategic plan. Each leader is responsible for guiding the division's work, which will allow the division to achieve the strategic plan goals. The Core Executive Cabinet leaders bring the leadership and experience in their respective fields to lead the teams that execute the division's priorities in support of the Superintendent's vision.
Archie Freeman III
Chief Instructional & Administrative Officer
Phone: (540) 853-6113
Email: afreeman@rcps.info
Responsible for: Instruction, School Administration, Discipline, Athletics, Special Education, and Truancy Prevention
Dr. Cyndi Williams
Chief Academic & Accountability Officer
Phone: (540) 853-6113
Email: cynthiawilliams@rcps.info
Responsible for: Academics, Curriculum, Career & Technical Education, Student Success & Support Services, Counseling, Data & Analysis
Kathleen Jackson
Chief Financial Officer
Phone: (540) 853-1347
Email: kajackson@rcps.info
Responsible for: Fiscal Services, Accounting, Payroll, Purchasing, Grants, and Federal Programs
Chris Perkins
Chief Operations Officer
Phone: (540) 853-2382
Email: ccperkins@rcps.info
Responsible for: Building Operations, Facilities and Maintenance, Capital Projects, Food Services, Transportation, Technology, Student Health Services, Warehouse, Safety & Security
Dominick McKee
Chief Human Resources Officer
Phone: (540) 853-6114
Email: dmckee@rcps.info
Responsible for: Human Resources, Recruitment and Retention, Employee Relations, Benefits, Professional Learning, Equity & Organizational Diversity