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Parents and students press MAPS board after cross-country coaches resign; trustees urge communication
Summary
Several parents and a student addressed the board on Aug. 25 urging support for the Marquette Senior High cross-country program after coach departures. Trustees thanked speakers, expressed sympathy, and urged direct communication with administration.
Four public speakers raised concerns about Marquette Senior High School athletics, focusing on the cross-country program. Parents and a student described recent coach resignations and asked the district for clearer communication about competition schedules and support for fundraising.
Carson Wernholm, a senior at MSHS, praised his cross-country coach Derek Marr and urged the district to promote both Robotics and Cross-Country at the high school level. Multiple parents asked the board to work with athletics staff and the Booster Club to maintain competitive opportunities.
Trustee Cassidy Thomas responded to commenters directly: "I understand your concerns; I'm very sorry to hear that your coach, who you all care deeply about, has stepped down; I was very lucky to have been coached by your current coach, and I can assure you, you're in good hands with your current coach." Other trustees thanked speakers and encouraged people to participate in the district's channels of communication and to reach out to athletic staff.
The board did not take a formal vote or direct action during the meeting but reiterated that the administration and athletics staff are available for follow-up conversations.
