Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) Board of Education voted unanimously to appoint James Crosset to the Board during a special meeting July 31. Crosset replaces Mike Moroski who resigned in July.
A Walnut Hills High School graduate with extensive business experience, Crosset previously served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Mesa Industries and University of Cincinnati College of Law. He is a longtime member of CPS’ Audit Committee, serving since 2002.
“The CPS Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of James Crosset to the Board. Crosset brings considerable experience to the Board from his time on the Audit Committee, and we look forward to his contributions to further the mission and vision of Cincinnati Public Schools while upholding the District’s priorities and our duty to the community,” CPS Board President Eve Bolton said.
The Board selected Crosset among 20 applicants. He was sworn-in during the regularly scheduled Business Board Meeting Monday, Aug. 5.
“I am honored to join the CPS Board to continue to serve our community. Having served on the Audit Committee for more than 20 years, I am experienced with the District’s successes and challenges,” Crosset said. “I am committed to working collaboratively with my excellent fellow Board members, the District’s teachers, staff, families and community to ensure every CPS student has access to high-quality educational opportunities and the resources they need to succeed.” Crosset will serve the remainder of Moroski’s term through Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.
The Cincinnati City School District, also known as Cincinnati Public Schools serves about 36,000 students in over 66 schools spread across southwest Ohio. CPS is Greater Cincinnati’s largest, and Ohio’s second largest school district. CPS offers families high-quality educational choices and a variety of academic programs. CPS’ work is outlined in five strategic priorities– Support Our Students, Equip Our Educators, Connect Our Community, Ignite Innovation and Optimize Operations. CPS is committed to developing the whole child, ensuring students thrive and graduate prepared to enroll in college, enlist in the military or become gainfully employed.
For more information visit www.cps-k12.org.