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Multiple speakers urge board to investigate handling of Sheldon Dear's suspension
Summary
Dozens of public commenters at the Mesa board meeting urged the board to reject the proposed termination of a campus security lead, alleging procedural unfairness and asking for an independent investigation into district administration actions; the board heard emotional testimony but did not take action on the termination during this meeting.
Numerous members of the community and school staff addressed the Mesa Public Schools Governing Board during the Dec. 11 public‑comment period, urging the board to reconsider disciplinary actions affecting a campus security lead identified in public remarks as Sheldon Dear.
Commenters—including family members, staff, and community advocates—described the hearing process as unfair to the employee and alleged retaliatory behavior by district administrators. One speaker said the Dear family was “bullied” during the…
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