Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Embattled Hartland Principal Goes on Leave

Creekside Elementary School Principal Tracey Sahouri — who has been under fire recently over her handling of this year's MEAP test and accusations that she allowed underage drinking at her home — has taken an indefinite leave of absence, according to a letter to parents.

Hartland School District Superintendent Janet Sifferman did not address either controversy in a brief letter, in which she also announced that Lawrence Pumford will serve as acting principal. Pumford has worked in the district for more than 11 years, most recently as an assistant principal at the high school.

"Please feel free to contact Mr. Pumford or me if you have any specific concerns regarding your children," she wrote.

As read on: http://hartland.patch.com/articles/embattled-hartland-principal-goes-on-leave