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Parent criticizes proposed peer‑led 'Hope Squad,' warns board about bullying risks
Summary
During public comment, Amber Plank urged the board not to back a peer‑led 'Hope Squad' crisis program, saying community members who previously targeted transgender youth are involved and that untrained students should not be asked to perform mental‑health triage.
A Red Wing parent urged the school board to reject or more carefully vet a proposed peer‑led crisis‑response program during public comment, saying past incidents and local controversy make the approach risky for vulnerable students.
Amber Plank told the board she had been contacted by numerous families about bullying incidents in the district and argued that placing responsibility for crisis identification and referral with students is…
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