The vote comes after an investigation into accusations that Phelps bullied Del Norte High School students.
Former Poway Unified School District Superintendent Marian Phelps is shown at the board's Nov. 9, 2023 meeting.
The Poway Unified School Board voted to terminate Superintendent Marian Kim Phelps. The termination comes after an investigation into accusations that Phelps bullied Del Norte High School students. The school said their investigation into Phelps revealed evidence that contradicted Phelps’ statements and assertions to the board, district staff, and the public.“The Board has lost all confidence and trust in Dr. Phelps’ ability to continue to serve as superintendent, as well as in her ability to continue to work collaboratively with the Board as part of Poway Unified’s governance team,” a statement from the board read.
At the Nov. 9, 2023 meeting of the Poway School Board, Phelps was accused of bullying and with some speakers recommending that she resign. The school board launched an investigation later that month.The board said no other details will be provided at this time because the investigation involves students and personnel.As web producer, Lara McCaffrey is responsible for writing web stories, copy editing and updating the station’s website.
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