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Family groups, advocates demand investigation and accountability after racially motivated assault at Centennial High
Summary
Multiple speakers at the Oct. 9 CCSD board meeting urged a transparent investigation, disciplinary action and trauma-informed support after a Black student at Centennial High School was assaulted in an incident described by advocates as racially motivated.
Community members and civil-rights advocates told the Clark County School District Board of Trustees on Oct. 9 they want a full, transparent investigation and decisive disciplinary action after a Black student at Centennial High School was physically assaulted Oct. 6, speakers said.
Speakers from grassroots groups and family members described the incident as racially motivated and said the district must ensure the student receives trauma-informed support and protections. Akiko Cooks, executive director of No Racism in Schools 1865, told the board the assault was "vicious" and that "acts of racism are acts of violence."…
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