The Tamalpais Union High School District faced backlash after a vote to terminate the contract for the 'Black Student Success Support Team.' Supporters, including teachers and students, gathered in protest against the school board's decision to cut funding for a program that has seen improvements in Black student performance. Leaders Paul Austin and Tenisha Tate expressed their shock and sadness, focusing on the impact of the program on vulnerable students. Despite financial concerns cited by board members regarding the $250,000 cost, supporters highlighted the program's positive outcomes.
It's about this work that we started this year specifically to serve our Black students, our most vulnerable students.
We were devastated. The children we see, the children every day, the children are connected to us. They were devastated.
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