Members of the NAACP are unhappy about the recent removal and reassignment of Merrier Tartt from the principal's post at Junction City High School. Dr. Crystal Davis spoke to the Board of Education. "The Junction City branch, 4035, of the NAACP, publicly expresses discontent regarding the unfair treatment of Mrs. Merrier Tartt, the African American principal at the Junction City High School who was abruptly removed from her position the week of March 21, 2022."
Davis said they intend to seek answers from the Board on how the matter can be "resolved in the interests of Tartt, the students and Junction City High School. ' Davis added that they will address items listed in a letter to the Board in a formal meeting with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Reginald Eggleston and the Board.
Davis called the information in the letter the beginning of a vital conversation. "The theme of diversity, equity and inclusion threads through every concern brought forward. " She added if the District and community value diversity intentional work has to be at the forefront of all decisions.
Davis said it is the intention of the NAACP to become involved at a greater level in the community in the committees and groups impacting the school district ranging from the community partner and site councils to the JCHS Booster Club, "and hopefully the recruitment and search committees as well as others."
Davis referred to the executive board of the NAACP, members at large from that organization and other community members in noting that there were concerns. A letter containing their concerns was sent to school officials, and Davis also noted that they had received a request from the superintendent for a meeting. She said that meeting will be scheduled immediately.