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Public commenters press board on school safety, public comment rules, principal conduct and vacant buildings
Summary
During public comment, speakers urged board action on alleged misconduct at Mason Elementary, transparency on personnel investigations, improved virtual access and protections for students, and firm plans to secure and demolish the vacant Van Zyl school.
Dozens of community members spoke during the public comment period, raising concerns over discipline and safety at specific schools, access to investigative materials, and changes proposed to the public comment process.
Principal misconduct and staff actions: Several speakers described alleged misconduct and retaliation by Mason Elementary staff. Danielle Stephens said her son suffered physical assaults on campus and that she faced retaliation and restrictions after reporting the incidents; she asked the board to remove the principal. Teresa Smith, a Charles R. Drew Transition Center staffer, said she is facing termination over what she described as a false allegation and…
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