Reported Incidents
For Webster Groves School District
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
District DEI Hiring Policy
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
Webster Groves School District has outlined an equity policy and strategic plan focused on recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. The plan specifically aims to increase the number of 'staff of color' through targeted recruitment efforts. This initiative is part of the district's broader diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
Teacher pronoun worksheet concerns
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A Missouri chemistry teacher reportedly used a worksheet to ask students about their preferred names and pronouns for parental contact. This action raised concerns about encouraging students to conceal information from their parents. The incident highlights issues regarding parental involvement in sensitive student matters.
Teacher hides gender from parents
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A high school in Missouri has been criticized by a parents' rights group for allowing students to keep their gender identities concealed from their parents. This practice has raised concerns regarding parental involvement and transparency.
Pronoun worksheet sparks parent concern
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A school district distributed a worksheet to students asking about their preferred names and pronouns. This document also inquired if students wished for different names/pronouns to be used when communicating with their parents. The practice raised concerns regarding parental notification and involvement in student identity matters.
District Sued Over Affinity Group
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A civil rights complaint has been filed against a Missouri school district. The complaint alleges the district violated civil rights by hosting a student affinity group based on race and sex. This action has prompted an investigation by the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights.
Parent Group's Mission
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A parent group in St. Louis, Missouri, has formed with the stated mission of restoring academic equality and excellence. The group aims to refocus the education system on these primary goals within the local school district.
District's No-Bid Anti-Racism Contract
Alleged incident in Upper Adams School District · Pennsylvania
A school district engaged a law firm for a no-bid contract totaling over $68,000 to conduct a race-based discrimination investigation and develop an anti-racism plan. This expenditure occurred while the district faced a significant budget shortfall. The district also denied a request for other bids, stating none existed.
District mandates anti-racism training
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
A school district implemented an equity policy requiring all certified staff to undergo anti-racism training. The policy aims to disrupt traditional beliefs and practices that favor certain groups based on race, economics, or gender. The district also incorporated related literature and videos into classrooms and created an equity officer position.
Superintendent: District Systemically Racist
Alleged incident in Webster Groves School District · Missouri
The district's superintendent publicly stated the institution is "systemically racist." This declaration led to a curriculum revamp emphasizing equity and social justice. The new curriculum incorporates "Social Justice Standards" from the Southern Poverty Law Center.