Cumberland Valley School Board director resigns in wake of decision to allow anti-bullying activist to speak at assembly

The director of the Cumberland Valley School Board announced his resignation in the wake of the Board's vote toIn a letter to the school board announcing his resignation this week, director Brian T. Drapp said he voted twice against allowing the assembly to go on, accusing Pancholy of political activism and"supporting violent protests," both of which he said"are not aligned with mission statement.

CV School Board members initially said that allowing Pancholy, who is gay, to speak at an assembly would creep into what they deemed “political” territory, going against a previously instated policy that bars political events from Cumberland Valley schools.

Entertainment Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Entertainment Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Cumberland Valley School Board member resigns due to Pancholy assemblyA Cumberland Valley School Board member announced his resignation Monday, referencing the Board’s decision to reinvite author and actor Maulik Pancholy to speak
Source: CBS21NEWS - 🏆 304. / 63 Read more »

Cumberland Valley school board reverses cancellation of gay actor's anti-bullying eventThere were dozens of speakers during the meeting that lasted for nearly six hours.
Source: WGAL - 🏆 331. / 59 Read more »

Cumberland Valley School Board to hold special meeting after backlashControversy surrounding a decision by the Cumberland Valley School District (CVSD) to not allow 30 Rock and Weeds actor, Maulik Pancholy to speak at a middle sc
Source: CBS21NEWS - 🏆 304. / 63 Read more »

Cumberland Valley School Board holds special meeting after canceling gay actor's anti-bullying eventThe Cumberland Valley School Board will hold a special meeting today after it voted to cancel an anti-bullying event featuring a gay actor and author.
Source: WGAL - 🏆 331. / 59 Read more »