By Dee Longfellow
The Independent has received several informal reports over the past week about a noose appearing in a classroom at York High School—supposedly a student’s work of art.
District 205 told the Independent that an email received from a parent included a photo of the student work exhibited in a classroom. The parent expressed concerns that the student work included “inappropriate symbolism.” Based on that, District 205 released the following statement:
“The situation was immediately reviewed by administration, which included a meeting with the parent who sent the email, engagement of staff, and a review of the project related to the student work. The student work was from a project in past years. The project no longer exists in the curriculum, and the student work is no longer on display in the classroom.
“The District 205 administration and Board of Education do not tolerate hate of any form, whether explicit or implied. In keeping with the philosophy of Elmhurst District 205, the school district is in an active partnership with parents and community, and will promote excellence in a caring environment in which all students learn and grow.”
The statement was received from the office of Tonya Daniels, executive director of communications and community relations for School District 205.
