Jessie Thompson, a Volusia County School member who stepped down as chair, vowed all students must graduate with skills and knowledge to succeed.

Volusia School Board member Jessie Thompson has stepped down as chair.In an email, a district spokesperson said:Sign up for our Newsletters"Mrs. Jessie Thompson, who represents District 3 on the School Board,

It is not known exactly why Jessie Thompson is stepping down as school board chair, but Thompson came under fire in December after Deltona’s mayor shared a video of Thompson’s remarks at a Moms for Liberty Summit last August.

Jessie Thompson, chair of the Volusia County School Board, is stepping down from her leadership role after facing backlash for criticizing students in her district.