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Dozens of residents protest Brookings High principal's removal during public comment
Summary
A large group of parents, alumni and former students addressed the Brookings School District board during public comment to express support for recently removed Brookings High School principal Justin Stanley and to question the district's process and communication around the personnel action.
Dozens of parents, alumni and former students used the public-comment portion of the Brookings School District 05-1 board meeting to press the board for more information and to criticize the district for removing Brookings High School principal Justin Stanley.
Rich Helzberg, the district attorney, told the meeting: “The board, under no circumstances, will respond to any personnel issues brought up today.” He reminded speakers that personnel matters are governed by South Dakota law and that the board handles such matters in executive session until any formal action is taken.
Members of the public said they did not expect details but called for clearer communication and for the board to consider the impact of the decision…
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