During a recent Board of Education meeting, Catherine Agarwal expressed her frustration regarding her interactions with board members Barb Annis and Michelle Bueltel, particularly concerning access to Annis' social media pages. Agarwal claimed that Annis had blocked her from her Facebook trustee page and subsequently from her campaign page, which she argued was an inappropriate action that undermined parental engagement.

In her statement, Agarwal detailed a timeline of events, noting that she had filed a complaint with the ACLU Michigan following the blocking incident. She criticized Annis and Bueltel for what she perceived as disingenuous responses to her concerns, asserting that they sidestepped her actual request and instead focused on defending their actions regarding social media access.

Agarwal emphasized that such behavior from board members alienates parents and could lead them to seek educational alternatives outside the district. She expressed disappointment in the board's purported commitment to inclusivity, suggesting that their actions contradicted their stated values.

The meeting highlighted ongoing tensions between parents and board members, raising questions about transparency and communication within the educational community. Agarwal concluded her remarks by reaffirming her intention to continue addressing the issue, underscoring the need for accountability among board members.