Meanwhile, the plan reduced the police footprint in schools to 211 officers, Police Chief Leslie Ramirez said at the school board meeting on Monday. "The Board’s investment in the Black Student Achievement Plan ensures we are actively working to promote equity across the District." Despite advocacy groups praising the actions taken to encourage the academic success of Black students, not all members of the community were in agreement. "Black students, parents, teachers and allies have demanded that we interrupt the school to prison pipeline. "School safety remains my top priority and I look forward to ongoing dialogue with my colleagues and the superintendent on how we continue to protect and support our students," Board member Dr. George J. McKenna III added.

Source: Fox News February 17, 2021 20:37 UTC