During the public comment period, several residents spoke on matters of history, inclusion and national politics. Pam Puccio (District 4) criticized national political leadership and said students and families are fearful because of federal immigration enforcement; she framed her remarks as a call for the board to uphold values of inclusion.

Danielle Francis (District 2) urged the board to rename Magruder Elementary School (named for Confederate General Magruder), saying school names tied to Confederate figures are harmful to students and that York County should take steps to change the name to better reflect division values.

Board members thanked speakers for their comments; no formal action or vote to rename any school occurred during the meeting. The speakers’ remarks were recorded as public comment for the record and could inform future agenda items if the board elects to take up renaming formally.