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Centennial Arts Academy principal set to retire. Here’s why

Centennial Arts Academy principal Leslie Frierson chats with third-graders Raleigh Jones, left, and Janaria Berry Wednesday, April 13, 2022, in the cafeteria. Frierson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November. Since then, she's undergone surgeries and chemotherapy, involving her school community in the journey. Students and faculty members have shown their support through initiatives like Wig Wednesday. Frierson plans to retire at the end of the school year in 2023. - photo by Scott Rogers

04152022 FRIERSON 1.jpg — Centennial Arts Academy principal Leslie Frierson chats with third-graders Raleigh Jones, left, and Janaria Berry Wednesday, April 13, 2022, in the cafeteria. Frierson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November. Since then, she's undergone surgeries and chemotherapy, involving her school community in the journey. Students and faculty members have shown their support through initiatives like Wig Wednesday. Frierson plans to retire at the end of the school year in 2023. - photo by Scott Rogers

Centennial Arts Academy Principal Leslie Frierson is retiring at the end of the school year.