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Parent urges board to retain Spanish-speaking counselor Marlene Vargas for ninth- and tenth-graders

Board of Education, Warren Township High School District 121 · December 17, 2025
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Summary

During public comment a parent (with translation) asked trustees to keep Marlene Vargas at the Olapane campus to support Spanish-speaking ninth- and tenth-graders, saying Vargas provides academic and emotional assistance to newcomers and long-term English learners.

A parent speaking during public comment told the Warren Township High School District 121 board that a student relies heavily on Spanish-speaking counselor Marlene Vargas and urged trustees to keep her assigned at the Olapane campus for ninth- and tenth-grade students.

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