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Parent criticizes DEI training and book transparency; board member says professional development is grant‑funded
Summary
A resident criticized the district’s diversity work and transparency about library books and professional development; Committee member Spillers responded that the district typically funds professional development through grants and that library materials and review processes are open to inspection.
A resident urged the Manchester School Committee on June 9 to notify all parents about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work, library materials and recent professional development she called controversial and "taxpayer funded." The board heard the public comment and a committee member responded at the meeting.
Callie Rojas of 169 Pine Street addressed the board during public comment and said she has attended meetings since 2022. She criticized district DEI work and its…
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