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South Orangetown parents demand action after board member’s laugh reaction to violent post
Summary
Parents and residents condemned board member Don Kits after screenshots showed she reacted with a laughing emoji to a post they say condoned violence; the district has referred the matter to legal review and said it will review policy and determine next steps.
Board members and residents pressed the South Orangetown Central School District on Monday evening after a board member’s social media reaction drew widespread condemnation and prompted the district to open a legal review.
Multiple speakers at public comment said screenshots circulated in the community showing board member Don Kits had reacted to an online post they described as endorsing violence. The board acknowledged the complaints and said the action did not reflect the district. "The Board members action does not represent the position of the Board or our school district," Superintendent Brian said, adding that "the board and I are…
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