Chino Valley School Board Faces Criticism Over ASL Teacher Resignation Amidst Broader District Discussions

Overview: The Chino Valley Unified School Board meeting was dominated by public scrutiny over the resignation of Natalie Cooney, a former American Sign Language (ASL) teacher. Allegations of harassment and claims of a hostile work environment were raised, with implications for the district’s treatment of staff and students. The board also recognized community contributions and discussed infrastructure and career readiness initiatives.

Chino Valley Unified School Board Addresses Allegations of Student Abuse and Calls for Classroom Cameras

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Chino Valley Unified School Board, attention was drawn to allegations of student abuse in special education classrooms, alongside a request for increased monitoring through video cameras. Lauren Wills Crawford, a concerned parent, shared distressing accounts of neglect and abuse her autistic, non-verbal son, Julian, experienced under the care of a special education teacher and aide. Crawford recounted a specific incident where her son was sent to school in a soiled diaper and described audio evidence from a smartwatch revealing verbal and physical abuse. She emphasized the heightened vulnerability of non-verbal children like her son, citing research indicating that individuals with developmental disabilities face abuse and neglect at nearly three times the rate of non-disabled peers. Crawford’s notable question to the board — “What is the board doing to ensure the safety of severely disabled children throughout the district?” — underscored her demand for immediate action.

Chino Valley Unified School Board Appoints New Principals Amid Vaccine and Public Trust Concerns

Overview: The Chino Valley Unified School Board held a meeting where decisions were made, notably the appointment of Jonathan Cervantes as the new principal of Chino High School and Kit Madkin as the principal of Marshall Elementary School, both effective July 1, 2026. The meeting also highlighted ongoing community concerns about public trust in local schools and the implications of vaccine policies.

Chino Valley School Board Faces Criticism Over Governance and Transparency Issues

Overview: In a recent Chino Valley Unified School Board meeting, attention was drawn to allegations of governance issues, transparency concerns, and potential conflicts of interest among board members. Public comments played a role in the meeting, with community members voicing criticisms and raising questions about the board’s actions and priorities.

Chino Valley Unified School Board Faces Public Criticism Over Compensation and Public Comment Policies

Overview: During the recent Chino Valley Unified School Board meeting, contentious issues regarding board member compensation and policies on public comments took center stage. The board’s decision to increase their compensation, while simultaneously reducing the number of meetings, drew sharp criticism from community members. Public comments underscored the community’s dissatisfaction with perceived decreases in transparency and accessibility, highlighting concerns about the board’s priorities amidst financial decisions and policy changes.