Below is a compilation of letters @Dear_JCPS has published regarding the non-inclusive, discriminatory and bullying behaviors exhibited by leadership at duPont Manual High School to date. This list will continue to be updated as more community members come forward.
- When we SEE SOMETHING, we must have a way to SAY SOMETHING.
- Mayes’ Pattern of Intimidation Not Exclusive to Minority Students
- Manual Family Still In The Dark
- At Manual, “When We See Something, We Say Something” Rings Hollow
- Manual parent: “I have had ZERO communication from you, JCPS”
- Teacher: “My torment at the hands of Jerry Mayes”
- Gerald Mayes troubling attitude toward minorities
- Implicated Manual Teacher Issues Brief Statement
- Manual Graduate: Mayes’ Leadership Was “Reign of Bigotry”
- Current Manual Parent: “He Will Not Manipulate Me”
- Justice for The Students of DMHS
- Current Manual Teacher: Consider Limited Perspective of Defenders
- Current Manual Parent: Principal Sets Toxic Environment; Rules by Intimidation
- Ignoring “Minor” Incidents Allows Behavior To Continue
- Manual Principal — Another Opinion
- Manual Graduate: “He Had Issues With Us”
- Parent “Shocked and Appalled” at Manual Principal’s Behavior
- Manual Alumnus: Using My Voice To Help Others
In addition, the BSU has called for Mayes’ resignation.
We have been informed that an investigation is taking place. This investigation, however, is not to be confused with the culture audit that is simultaneously being conducted by Roger Cleveland’s group. If you wish to be contacted regarding the investigation, please send an email to moderator@dearjcps.com.
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