Parents sue Monroe School District over racism, bullying allegations [Video]

MONROE, Wash. – Frustrated parents have filed a lawsuit against the Monroe School District, accusing it of failing to address years of racial discrimination and harassment involving their children.

The lawsuit was officially filed in Snohomish County Superior Court, following claims that the district has been slow to respond to repeated complaints from families. Attorney James Bible, representing the families, announced the lawsuit during a press conference Friday afternoon.

“As time goes by, more and more students come forward,” said Bible.

Surrounded by parents and their children, Bible explained that the district’s alleged inaction has resulted in more students coming forward with stories of racial slurs, physical violence, and threats. The allegations include incidents at all school levels, from elementary to high school.

“Grown parents coming onto campus to threaten young, black children,” shared Bible.

In 2022, families voiced concerns to FOX 13 Seattle about incidents of racial harassment. During a school board meeting that year, African-American students reported …