Public commenter raises investigation and transparency concerns; longtime district official says she will not continue in current environment

During the public‑comment portion of the Pullman School District board meeting, a resident identified as Megan praised Jefferson students and staff and then told the board there is an ongoing investigation concerning recent board work and operations. Megan said the way some board members are choosing whom to communicate with creates “the appearance of unequal treatment and bias,” and she asked for clarity on the status of a DEIB family fair and related task‑force reporting.

Megan also warned the board to keep students at the center and noted there are two open administrative positions this year, saying those staffing concerns should worry the board. “When you assumed an office, you took an oath,” Megan told the board, calling on members to serve the entire community and follow state law.

Shortly after public comment, an official identified as Diane addressed the board. After a 33‑year career she said she has tried to make decisions “based on what is right,” and indicated that continued division and decisions that do not align with the district’s values mean she will no longer remain in that environment. She referenced professional recognitions, including the Wazbol Circle of Excellence Award and a state auditor stewardship award, to describe her long service and the standards she has held to.

The chair moved the meeting forward to routine business after public comment. The transcript records no immediate board action or response to Megan’s questions or to Diane’s remarks during the meeting; the board recessed to a scheduled executive session later in the agenda.