Council Leaders Introduce New PGCPS Integrity and Compliance Officer

Council leaders introduced Frank Turner, II as the inaugural Integrity and Compliance Officer for Prince George’s County Public Schools at a press conference on Monday, September 16, 2024. Mr. Turner’s role is similar to that of an inspector general for the school district, investigating waste, fraud and abuse, and maintaining authority to issue subpoenas. Turner’s office will be made up of a team of investigators and financial analysts who will ensure all policies, procedures, and laws are followed within the school system. Turner, who was appointed by Council and already has several investigations underway, spent 26 years working in criminal investigations for the IRS, and more recently was a contracted program manager for the FBI. The Office of Integrity and Compliance was created by SB-091, sponsored by Prince George’s County Sen. Alonzo Washington and supported by the Council. Sen. Washington described the new office as a critical watchdog that will continue to build a stronger and more accountable school system. For more information on the office click here.