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Parents raise safety and curriculum concerns at Hillside meeting; board pledges confidential follow-up
Summary
Public commenters at the Hillside Public School District board meeting on Aug. 28 praised mentoring programs, asked about curriculum protections and raised a bullying complaint; the board directed staff to follow up privately with affected families.
Residents and community partners addressed the Hillside Public School District board during public comment on Aug. 28, raising praise and concerns that the board said staff would handle privately or by follow-up.
Reverend Dr. Dave Jefferson Jr., who leads mentoring and community programs, thanked the board and district staff for support and programming for at‑risk students. "We have been able to change lives," he said, and encouraged continued partnership.
Resident Angela Lawler asked whether the…
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