Statement from the Board of Education

 

STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

 

Friday, August 30, 2024 

The Board of Education is committed to transparency, the safety and well-being of all students and staff, and upholding the values of our community.

Upon becoming aware of concerns related to inappropriate conduct by the Superintendent towards certain employees, the Board of Education engaged an independent third-party investigator with no ties to the San Diego Unified School District to undertake an investigation. That investigation is now complete. The allegation of inappropriate conduct toward two former employees was found to be credible. 

Based on that finding, the Board and the Superintendent have mutually agreed that separation is in the best interest of the District. Effective immediately, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Fabiola Bagula will be stepping in as Acting Superintendent. 

We are grateful to Superintendent Dr. Lamont Jackson for his leadership. We are confident Dr. Bagula’s experienced leadership will provide stability and consistency for our students, families, and educators during this transition.

As a board, we remain dedicated to upholding accountability, transparency, and trust within our community.

San Diego Unified School Board 

Shana Hazan, President

Cody Petterson, Vice President

Richard Barrera, Trustee

Sabrina Bazzo, Trustee

Sharon Whitehurst-Payne, Trustee

Please see attached executive summary of third-party investigation.

 

Media: Communications@sandi.net 

 

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