In a heated exchange during a recent school board meeting, tensions flared as a parent accused board member Dr. Diane Kelly of making false allegations against her daughter. The parent, who has been vocal about the issue, demanded an apology from Vice Chair Miss Savanchek for interrupting her during public comments. She also criticized Chair Dr. White for failing to uphold meeting protocols.

The parent asserted that Dr. Kelly's accusations, made during a previous meeting, were unfounded and requested clarification on the specifics of these claims. She emphasized that Dr. Kelly, as an elected official, should be held accountable for her statements and indicated her intention to escalate the matter to the ethics board if necessary.

The discussion also touched on the handling of sensitive student records, with the parent alleging that Dr. Kelly improperly accessed her daughter's unredacted records. According to a report from the state's attorney, Dr. Kelly did not formally request the documents in writing, which raised questions about the legality of her actions. The investigation concluded that while Dr. Kelly received the documents, she did not violate any statutes due to the lack of a formal request.

The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns regarding transparency and accountability within the school board, as the parent called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the access to student records and the handling of allegations against board members. The situation remains unresolved, with the parent seeking further action from the board and the ethics commission.