Connecticut Centinal by Staff Writer
An article appeared in the Greenwich Time recently about a letter that called for the Greenwich Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent to be placed on leave during the investigation of Greenwich Schools hiring practices. We have obtained a copy of the letter so you can read it in full.
Our community is shocked by the recent video of Cos Cob School Assistant Principal Jeremy Boland revealing discriminatory hiring practices, unapproved curriculum, and blatant disregard for parents’ involvement in the education of their children. GPS’ apparent implementation of such unapproved policies and illegal hiring and teaching practices is not surprising to many of the undersigned, and it has deteriorated the confidence of Greenwich citizens in GPS’ ability to educate our children. Indeed, this story has shaken the confidence of citizens across our state and nation. Accordingly, we support immediate action to be taken by the BOE.
To date, First Selectman Fred Camillo has instructed the Town Attorney to engage an independent law firm to conduct an investigation and the State Attorney General has announced the commencement of his own investigation. In addition, the State’s Education Commissioner has announced an investigation of unknown scope. Moreover, we understand that GPS has been put on notice of potential litigation and must preserve records. It is unclear if the U.S. Department of Education or other Federal agencies will also investigate…
