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Public commenters urge stronger school safety measures and improved complaint procedures
Summary
Speakers at public comment urged more on-campus security, criticized the district’s complaint handling and mailings, and requested a dedicated parent engagement specialist for African American families; the superintendent reassured the community about safety measures.
Multiple public commenters addressed the board about safety, complaint procedures, district expenditures and family engagement.
Fred Benuelos told the board he wants schools to be "hard targets" and argued that "gun-free zones don't work," saying that prohibitions do not stop attackers and that security must be proactive. His remarks called for more consistent on-campus protection at all…
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