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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Politics
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DOJ finds no violations of Title II at Waterbury Public Schools
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — After nearly three years, the Department of Justice concluded its evaluation with 'no findings against the district' at Waterbury Public Schools. This comes after allegations of discrimination against students with disabilities. The evaluation began on June 17, 2022, with reports that Waterbury Public Schools might have violated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Trump administration probes Cromwell Public Schools on Title IX 'The conclusion of this evaluation marks an important moment for Waterbury Public Schools,' Mayor Paul Pernerewski said in a written statement. 'The appointment of Dr. Darren Schwartz as Superintendent reflects our commitment to strong, student-centered leadership. While the Department of Justice found no wrongdoing, this process prompted a close examination of our practices and policies, ensuring that we not only meet the standards of the law but also hold ourselves to even higher standards. Our focus remains on providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable education for every student in Waterbury.' In the letter, the DOJ acknowledged Waterbury Public School's cooperation and confirmed the conclusion of its evaluation with 'no findings against the District.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Cromwell Board of Ed ponders next steps amid Title IX investigation
CROMWELL, Conn. (WTNH) — On Tuesday, the Trump administration launched an investigation into Cromwell Public School's Title IX policy, specifically in regards to transgender athletes. The Cromwell Board of Education held a meeting Tuesday night, where people were trying to make sense out of a federal investigation challenging their trans policies. Trump administration probes Cromwell Public Schools on Title IX Out front of Cromwell High School, more than 50 protesters gathered in support of trans rights and chanted, 'What do we want? Trans rights!' After meeting in executive session, the board came out and voted to not respond to the investigations, stating they need more time to review the federal request. 'We have informed OCR, that the decision not to sign the agreement as written, should not be interpreted as unwillingness to engage in a respectful discussion and have requested an extension of time to do so,' Cromwell Board of Education President Celina Kelleher (R) February, President Trump signed an executive order keeping men out of women's sports. Linda McMahon, the U.S. Secretary of Education, is backing it up. 'This administration will fight on every front to protect women's and girls sports, intimate spaces, dormitories, and living quarters, and fraternal and panhellenic organizations,' McMahon said. Cromwell Mayor James Demetriades (D) noted a lot hangs in the balance, nearly $1 million in federal funding. 'They're holding hostage nearly $1 million of federal funding and putting the board of education in the town of Cromwell and possible situation, capitulating on our core values of community and inclusion,' Demetriades said. In 2018, Andrea Yearwood from Cromwell was one of two transgender athletes that took the top spots in a state track competition, setting new women's records. Their participation sparked protests and later a lawsuit. Now nearly seven years later, a federal investigation. Now students are wondering how this will affect their daily lives, as no decision has been made, and policies hang in the balance. The Board of Ed and the mayor are now looking to the state for guidance. 'Reach out to your representatives, ask the state of Connecticut to help enforce its own rules and its own laws and make sure that our most vulnerable children are protected,' Demetriades said. Dr. Enza Macri, the Superintendent of Cromwell Public Schools released a statement saying in part they make it a priority to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for all students. At the same time they're fully committed to following federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination. Read the full letter below issued to Cromwell Superintendent Dr. Enza Macri. Cromwell-Schools-letterDownload Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
