Ms. Waldman,
As you know, we are not able to comment on personnel matters or specific student discipline
incidents. The statement below is provided as a reply to your request:
Our school district prides itself on our diversity and inclusive practices. We fully complied with
the 2013 Office for Civil Rights investigation regarding student discipline. It closed with no
findings of discrimination on the district's part. We will continue to comply with all Federal and
State laws and maintain positive learning environments for our students. As with school
districts across the country, we face various challenges regarding student discipline.
We are a proactive district that continually seeks ways to address the needs of all students.
Going forward, we will continue to proactively monitor our discipline data, implement positive
discipline interventions and character education programs. We are also in the process of hiring
additional support staff and increasing guidelines for parental involvement and home visits.
Sincerely,
Dr. Christie Whitbeck
Superintendent