Former Memphis School Employee Files Lawsuit Against District Over Harassment Claims
TL;DR
- A former special assistant to the ex-superintendent is suing the Memphis-Shelby County school district.
- The lawsuit alleges sexual harassment, retaliation, and an abusive work environment.
- The plaintiff is seeking $1.5 million in damages.
- The former superintendent has denied the allegations of harassment.
Camalyn S. Turner, a former special assistant to ex-Superintendent Marie Feagins, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Shelby County Board of Education. The suit alleges that Turner faced sexual harassment and subsequent retaliation during her four-month tenure with the district.
According to the legal filing, Turner claims she was subjected to two incidents of nudity involving Feagins in 2024. Following these events, Turner alleges she was demoted and faced false accusations regarding financial misconduct and job performance.
Turner resigned in October 2024, citing a hostile work environment. She is seeking $1.5 million from the school district, which operates Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
District officials have acknowledged the lawsuit but have not provided further comments. Feagins, who was fired from her role in January 2025, has previously denied the allegations of sexual harassment in separate legal proceedings.
Why It Matters
This case highlights significant governance and internal management challenges within a major American public school district, which is a matter of concern for families and professionals invested in the stability and integrity of the U.S. public education system.
Oct 30, 2026 · Updated 10/30/2026, 6:32:38 PM · Reported with: Chalkbeat
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