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Parents and residents urge Palos CCSD 118 to address bullying, student privacy and para pay during public comment
Summary
Parents and residents used the meeting’s public‑comment period to report alleged bullying and request stronger reporting and support for victims, to warn against public discussion of students’ behavior, and to call for equitable pay and stipends for paraprofessionals.
Several parents and community members used the public‑comment period at the March Palos CCSD 118 Board meeting to raise concerns about student safety, privacy and compensation for paraprofessional staff.
Lauren DeAngelo, a parent, described repeated bullying incidents involving her son and said she believes the school has not provided sufficient or timely supports. She said her son was “punched, kicked, slapped, and spit at” on multiple occasions and asked, “How much does my child have to endure before definite action is taken?” DeAngelo cited a requirement under Illinois law that parents be notified of bullying incidents within 24 hours and…
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