(August 28, 2020) The Board of Education of the Rochester City School District is in receipt of Commissioner Natalie Sheppard’s resignation effective today. We wish to congratulate Ms. Sheppard on her recent appointment as Deputy Commissioner for the Board of Elections, and we thank her for her advocacy and tireless work on behalf of the youth of the RCSD. Natalie advocated for students’ needs and wants while pushing the boundaries of systemic restraints. Her service has been an honorable addition to the efforts of fighting on behalf of our students and their families.