Parents plan to continue discussing discrimination, lack of resources at North Kitsap schools
Following a November meeting with the North Kitsap School District in which Latino parents and students shared experiences of being discriminated against or facing racial bullying in North Kitsap schools, community members have organized a second event in Poulsbo on Tuesday, aimed at creating a safe space to continue discussing how to address issues that parents say remain unsolved.
This week the school district told the Kitsap Sun it is investigating the reported concerns of discrimination, racism and lack of resources for non-English speaking parents, but didn't offer details of what has been done regarding specific issues brought up by families two months ago.
Tuesday's event, to be held at 6:30 p.m. at Vibe Coworks in Poulsbo, at 19225 8th Ave. NE, will center the experiences of Latino students and families and set the stage for other community leaders to share their support and commitment to addressing systemic barriers some students in the Kitsap schools system are facing, according to organizers.
Danielle Castillejo, a therapist whose children attend North Kitsap schools and is helping organize the event, said improvements have not been seen in schools in response to the November meeting.
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