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Parents, staff urge Judson ISD to act on bullying complaints and clarify grievance process
Summary
Several community members used the public-comment period at the Judson ISD board meeting to say bullying allegations are not being investigated consistently and to describe difficulty filing grievances; speakers asked the district to provide clearer outreach and help for parents who cannot afford legal representation.
Several residents and staff members told the Judson ISD Board of Trustees on April 23 that reports of student bullying are being dismissed and that the district’s grievance procedures are difficult for parents to use.
The concerns surfaced during the public-comment period. Laura Wickwire, who identified herself as a parent and community member, said parents are sharing “heartbreaking stories” on social media and that district officials have not reached out to investigate. “In Judson, it seems like the only way to actually get heard is to hire an attorney or advocate to help you create a grievance,” she said. “Representation is not required to file a grievance, so please do not let Judson intimidate you.”
Wickwire urged parents to check grievance deadlines and follow specific…
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