Press Release: Tensions Rise at Chariho School Committee Meeting
Hope Valley, RI – During a recent Chariho School Committee meeting on May 13, members faced significant tension and disrespect, with verbal conflicts escalating between committee members and Superintendent Gina Picard. Dianne Tefft, an active committee member, expressed her disappointment over the ongoing decorum issues, highlighting instances of committee members engaging in inappropriate behavior, including cellphone use and inattentiveness during critical discussions.
A focal point of the meeting was the controversy surrounding the decision not to extend Superintendent Picard’s contract. Tefft noted that verbal attacks, particularly from committee member Donna Chambers toward Chair Louise Dinsmore, were disheartening and unnecessary, given that the decision was a collective vote.
Tefft also observed a troubling incident where Superintendent Picard aggressively responded to committee member Laura Chapman for merely seeking clarification, raising concerns about professional conduct within the committee.
In her remarks, Tefft urged her colleagues to prioritize their responsibilities and promote a respectful dialogue, emphasizing the necessity for unity and focus on the educational mission that they were elected to support. The meeting served as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Chariho School Committee and the need for improved civility.
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