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Hundreds of community members urge Pullman board to reverse decision to remove high school athletic director
Summary
Dozens of students, coaches, parents and staff urged the Pullman School Board to reinstate Pullman High School Athletics and Activities Director Wendy Krueger, saying cutting her role would harm student participation, safety and morale. The board scheduled an executive session and said it may vote on a reconsideration.
Dozens of students, coaches, parents and school staff told the Pullman Public Schools Board of Directors on April 30 that they oppose the district's decision to remove Pullman High School's Athletics and Activities Director, and asked the board to ask the superintendent to reconsider.
Public commenters filled the boardroom and a second overflow area to speak during the meeting's public comment period. The testimony described Krueger as a frequent presence at events, an organizer of volunteers and a stabilizing influence for students; speakers said that eliminating her full-time AD position would reduce opportunities and support for vulnerable students.
Why it matters: Speakers said athletics and activities create attachments that help at-risk students remain engaged with school, support mental health and increase graduation prospects. The board said it would move into executive session to hear a formal request for reconsideration and then would…
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