BRENHAM ISD ADDRESSES ACCUSATIONS OF MISCONDUCT
Brenham ISD has confirmed it investigated social media accusations made by a local lawyer alleging misconduct.
Attorney Alisa Harris accuses several staff members of making racially inappropriate comments directed at students.
When asked for response, Brenham ISD said in a statement this (Friday) morning that it is “fully aware of the allegations that have surfaced on social media.” The school district said it would not comment on specific details, but stated that the allegations made earlier in the year have been “fully investigated.”
The statement also reads that all reports are taken seriously, and that the district performs a “thorough and comprehensive investigation” whenever it receives a report regarding an employee. The district said if evidence supports the allegations, it will take “appropriate action.”
In a separate statement issued late Thursday, the school district said it “will not tolerate any racial discrimination” and that it is committed to being “an inclusive, diverse district with an equitable environment that is continually fostering a positive learning environment for ALL.”
Neither of the statements addresses any disciplinary action that may have occurred with the staff members in question.
Both of the statements from Brenham ISD can be read below:
Friday's statement: We are fully aware of the allegations that have surfaced on social media. As this is a personnel issue, we do not comment on specific details; however, we can confirm the allegations made earlier in the year and recently referenced have been fully investigated. What we can share is that we take all reports seriously. When we receive reports regarding our employees, we conduct a thorough and comprehensive investigation, which includes gathering witness statements and notifying the proper administrators. Should the evidence support the allegations, the district will take appropriate action.
Thursday's statement: It is our mission to create a safe and respectable space for our Brenham ISD students and staff. We aim to be A Proud Community Inspiring and Encouraging Excellence for ALL, and we are committed to providing an Exceptional Education for ALL. ALL includes individuals of different demographics including, but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, age and religious beliefs. Brenham ISD will not tolerate any racial discrimination and denounce racism, injustice and prejudice. We take all allegations seriously and will fully investigate incidents that are reported. Brenham ISD is committed to being an inclusive, diverse district with an equitable environment that is continually fostering a positive learning environment for ALL.