The WCSD has temporarily suspended all activities of the Galena High School baseball program after a lawsuit was filed alleging racial discrimination, sexual harassment and bullying among other things.
In the suit, a parent alleges her child was harassed during his freshman, sophomore and junior years, withdrawing from the program during his senior year.
The lawsuit says another student was also forced to withdraw during her junior year was also harassed.
The WCSD released this statement:
The safety and security of our students is always our top priority. To ensure the safety of all our student athletes, the Washoe County School District has made the decision to temporarily suspend all activities of the Galena High School baseball program. This includes all off-season programming and the use of facilities.
“In response to the various social media posts by counsel and their supporters, the Washoe County School District asks the community not to jump to conclusions based on allegations found in lawsuits. The District’s employees work hard every day to provide a Safe Respectful Learning Environment for our students, and it deserves its day in court like any other entity. Unlike opposing counsel, the Office of the General Counsel will not litigate this matter in the media, social media, or online posts, instead we look forward to vigorously representing our clients against these allegations in court.” – Neil A. Rombardo, Chief General Counsel
