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Parents urge Chandler Unified to act after allegations of misconduct in Castile High volleyball program
Summary
Several parents told the Chandler Unified School District board Aug. 20 that alleged misconduct by a Castile High volleyball coach — including sexual-harassment and assault claims, intimidation and private-business conflicts — has harmed players and that district leaders failed to protect students. They asked for staffing changes and policy fixes.
Several parents and former players told the Chandler Unified School District Governing Board on Aug. 20 that the Castile High School girls volleyball program has been damaged by alleged misconduct and insufficient district response.
Katie McPherson, speaking during public comment, said a coach has been accused of "sexual harassment and misdemeanor assault" by a former player and that repeated reports to school administrators were not resolved. "The girls on the Castile volleyball team deserve better," McPherson said, urging the board to "place Coach K, a high-caliber coach into the Castile program," prohibit private businesses from operating for profit inside schools, and meet with seven families seeking help.
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