Derogatory posters demanding the removal of Akron superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson have appeared in downtown Akron. Akron Public Schools condemned the posters, stating they are offensive, unproductive, and may constitute defacement. The Akron Police Department is investigating the incident. The Akron Board of Education declined to comment until the investigation into Robinson is complete.
Published: Jan. 1, 2025 at 6:23 PM EST AKRON , Ohio - Posters calling for the expulsion of Akron superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson have been seen around downtown Akron .When asked about the images Akron Public Schools released this statement:
19 News also reached out to the Akron Board of Education about the posters and were told they would not be commenting until the investigation into Robinson was finished.“I personally think this flyer is very immature and in fact, the very example of bullying and how we DON’T want our scholars to handle conflict.”
“To use the kind of language he’s used, against in this case female reporters, coupled with language he’s used against employees, and students is very concerning,” said Shipe. “And definitely not the example we want to set for our students or any children.”
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