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Lecky highlighted district events and initiatives including the first annual STEAM Fest at Vilago, scheduled for tomorrow evening, where the district will showcase student art and STEM projects; selected student work will be displayed at the district office. He described the district's emphasis on integrating art with science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEAM) and framed the district's work as part of a broader “destination district” improvement story being recognized beyond the region.

Board members and principals recognized students, staff and volunteers from Palo Verde, Saguaro and COIL for academic progress, service and school involvement. Palo Verde Principal Carol Wrightson described attendance-focused incentives and upcoming events including a spring fling dance and service project; Saguaro's principal described community-focused traditions, an annual carnival April 24 and an art night on May 8; and COIL Principal Scott Raymond said COIL is expanding grade levels (most recently adding kindergarten through seventh this year and adding eighth grade next year) and described an upcoming community learner showcase rescheduled for May 1.

Raymond also described a student participatory budgeting process at COIL in April that will let students vote on how to allocate school funds for selected initiatives, and previewed planned partnerships such as the Arizona Farm to School Collaborative and programming with the Arizona Science Center. Saguaro's principal credited schoolwide efforts—such as class attendance prizes—for improving daily attendance.

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda by voice roll call; each motion passed unanimously with President Varela, Mrs. Martinez, Mrs. Sisson, Mr. Stabley and Mr. Schute recorded as voting Aye.

The superintendent closed his report by noting statewide testing is underway for students across grade levels and stressing that “we want to make sure our students are given that opportunity.” The board adjourned after approving the consent agenda and noting the next regular board meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the same room.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","CGESD Governing Board Meeting - April 8, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Superintendent Dr. Lecky told the Casa Grande Elementary School District board the district has seen improved attendance recently, previewed a first annual STEAM Fest and highlighted numerous student and staff recognitions across Palo Verde, Saguaro and COIL schools; COIL principals described K–8 expansion and student participatory budgeting.","taxTitle","Casa Grande Elementary District (4446), School Districts, Arizona","taxId",64184,"location","Arizona","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6608068,"Parent tells Casa Grande school board her daughter was assaulted, says principal did not report it; superintendent will follow up",201,3021744,3223630,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2942599-5459fad90941c1be5041e2511476c7b0&start=3021&end=3223","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2942599-5459fad90941c1be5041e2511476c7b0/thumbnail_3021744.jpg","/articles/6608068/Arizona/Parent-tells-Casa-Grande-school-board-her-daughter-was-assaulted-says-principal-did-not-report-it-superintendent-will-follow-up","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6608068-27c07383aeb46a51dc473b61f313f0b0/orig.mp4?Expires=1770457945&Signature=clhgNyVwWoC8fCXNEoSZ4ZM8QR9AFy~lYvQ8FTsUF3YIC1wUFRph4nDdetXRb3WUhFNHmCz53POmepzsomiolZ0vz858f8oBP8PoroD7tQ5S1DWWidH01PLzXxGqTyKKVLQeAnNCQyyypwC7DJ4MzjMOzxiYGl8vhjnLtEmol8gnQbXOxmYd3ZQqIC0AH5caGUL4YTOaZskASjufDhR2awkjY0w0N6qXAqGp31HJsAZntLA~qEcTs3eFh5O3dpxvhEsHP-QXHXERJyb~egpgU9D4~uNvbuzi5rPqRLYpKgNybwHZODVK-0YcizGKxVlDOHzmIRvf32~G-0h4mzUYMg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Ruth Yanez, a parent, told the Casa Grande Elementary School District governing board during the meeting that her daughter was assaulted at Casa Grande Middle School on Feb. 27 and that the school principal did not notify police.

Yanez said the principal, “missus Arnofsky, didn't report this incident to the police department. Instead, she expelled my daughter and allowed the aggressor to come back to the school.” She told the board she later obtained video evidence that led her to report the assault to police and that charges were filed after the officer reviewed the video.

Yanez said additional evidence was not provided by the school and alleged teachers were told to erase videos: “We have come across to additional evidence that the principal, missus Arnofsky, was unable to provide because her teachers told the students to erase any evidence videos related to this incident.” She told the board she reported the incident to police 33 days after the assault and that an officer investigated and filed charges in one day.

Yanez also said the principal accused her daughter of “carrying, possessing, exceeding, and using a firearm, explosive weapon, knife, or other dangerous or illegal instrument” under an alleged citation she identified as “ARS 15 dash 8 for 1,” and that the principal presented no police report or evidence supporting that accusation.

Superintendent Dr. Lecky responded during the meeting: “I'd be happy to follow-up, look into the matter, provide the board an update and, communicate with the family.” The superintendent did not provide further details during the meeting about specific next steps or timing for that follow-up.

Board meeting rules on public comment were read earlier in the meeting; the board president noted that, under the statute read aloud, action following public comment is limited to directing staff to study the matter, responding to criticism, or scheduling the matter for a future agenda.

No formal board action or vote on the parent's allegations took place during the meeting. The superintendent's commitment to follow up was recorded as a staff direction but not as a formal board action.","At a Casa Grande Elementary School District board meeting, parent Ruth Yanez said her daughter was assaulted at Casa Grande Middle School on Feb. 27 and that the school principal did not report the incident to police; Superintendent Dr. Lecky told the board he will investigate and update the family.","actionData","errors"]

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Casa Grande district praises rising attendance, previews STEAM Fest and recognizes students and staff

Parent tells Casa Grande school board her daughter was assaulted, says principal did not report it; superintendent will follow up