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School committee member Carolina Hernandez announces resignation, cites hostility and ethical concerns
Summary
Carolina Hernandez read a formal resignation Feb. 4, saying the district environment had become hostile and that she had experienced defamation and ethical risks; she urged the district to restore transparency and integrity.
Carolina Hernandez read a formal resignation to the Freetown‑Lakeville Regional School Committee at the Feb. 4 meeting, saying recent conduct and decisions left her unable to continue serving.
Hernandez said she had "experienced persistent opposition, defamation of character, misrepresentation, and endure[d] more than just moment[s] of disrespect" and raised unspecified ethical and legal concerns that she said placed her and her family at risk. She concluded: "I respectfully submit this resignation, Carolina Hernandez." The committee acknowledged her statement and members offered brief thanks for her service.
No procedural action was taken during the meeting beyond receipt of the resignation; the committee will address next steps and any formal process at a subsequent meeting.
