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Parents tell Cloquet board they fear racism and unsafe conduct toward Indigenous students; board notes active investigation
Summary
During public comment parents described experiences of racism, alleged 'grooming' behaviors toward elementary students and urged district action; the chair stopped detailed public naming because there is an active investigation and encouraged following the district's investigation processes.
Multiple parents who identified themselves as Cloquet School District families raised alarm during the public-comment period, telling the board they believe Indigenous students have experienced racism and, in at least one case alleged during comments, predatory or "grooming" behaviors affecting fourth-grade girls.
Amelia Lafave (also presented her maiden name Amelia Lagarde during remarks), identified herself as a mother from Grand Portage, spoke at length and said she had…
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