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Parents, teachers and citizens press trustees on recess, kindergarten screening and student protest response
Summary
Public commenters urged the board to restore kindergarten screening week, criticized Roy Gomm Elementary changes to recess and lunch practices, and accused the district of permitting an on‑campus‑origin student walkout opposing ICE; speakers demanded clearer communication and stronger enforcement of district policies.
During the public comment period at the Feb. 10 Washoe County School District meeting, parents, teachers and community members raised several recurring concerns: changes to recess and lunchroom practices at Roy Gomm Elementary, the district’s decision to eliminate kindergarten screening week, and allegations about a student walkout relating to ICE enforcement.
A Roy Gomm parent described multiple recent changes — including a ban on morning play at the site, a reduction of recess to…
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