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Teachers and parents at Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy press board for principal interview and leadership review
Summary
Teachers, parents and staff from Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy told the board they want a formal interview process and review of interim leadership after staff complaints about management, morale and accountability; speakers said district responses to earlier requests had been insufficient.
Multiple staff, parents and community members from Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy addressed the board April 10 seeking intervention in an ongoing leadership dispute. Speakers described a breakdown in communication, questioned the site council vote to retain an interim principal, and asked the board to reopen an interview process for the principal position.
Derek Peters, who has worked at the school for 12 years, presented a letter documenting staff concerns about the interim principal’s leadership, work habits and the site council vote. Parents and paraeducators described declining morale and alleged a lack of responsiveness from district representatives. One parent said repeated requests for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) assessment had not been met.
Speakers asked the board to review the site council process and consult district staff to ensure the community has the promised interview opportunity. Several speakers offered specific requests: that the board review submitted documentation, convene meetings with district representatives, and ensure transparency in principal selection.
No formal board action was announced at the meeting; commissioners said they would review the materials and follow up through district personnel processes.
