DeSoto Independent School District resigned this week.
Harris had been on leave since February when the board launched an investigation into his performance. On Monday, school board trustees met during a special meeting to accept Harris' resignation.
Last month, trustees . Harris will stay on with the district as a special assistant to Watson until April 13. Watson previously worked as interim superintendent of the Cedar Hill school district and superintendent of the Crandall school district.
District officials aren't commenting on Harris' resignation citing it as a personal matter. In a statement online, however, the district said it appreciated Harris' contribution and that it'll begin a search for a new superintendent.
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Sherman also said the board鈥檚 concerns of DeSoto High School鈥檚 football coach. In January, previous football coach Todd Peterman resigned. Several media outlets and the future of the athletic program have raised questions.
The district had also drawn attention for a viral video of a fight between the varsity boys' basketball team and Duncanville ISD's team. That fight led to DeSoto's team and the suspension of several players.
. He came from the Beaumont Independent School District and is also an ordained minister.
Statement from the school district
