RAYMOND, WI — Raymond school board members targeted for recall will host a meeting to disqualify signatures on the petitions against them tonight, Dec. 28. Racine County Eye received a tip that included a screenshot of a post from the NextDoor app for an open invitation to a potentially illegal meeting where Gwen Keller and […]
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New superintendent for Raymond School; board to vote Dec. 18
RAYMOND — The Raymond School Board is moving forward with hiring a new superintendent in the wake of the sudden resignation of Dr. Michael Garvey on Nov. 20. Audrey Kostuch, president of the Raymond School Board, announced on Thursday the board has selected an interim superintendent, who was not identified. However, a meet-and-greet was scheduled […]
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Raymond School: Lockwood unleashes the truth on The Don Rosen Show
RACINE COUNTY — The Don Rosen Show, featuring Don Rosen on WRJN, gave Denise Lockwood, owner of Racine County Eye and veteran journalist of 25 years, the platform to unleash the truth about Raymond School on Dec. 8. Tune into WRJN at 99.9 FM in Racine and 98.1 in Kenosha. The broadcast runs live on […]
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UPDATE: Jeff Peterson’s contract not renewed: a lifetime tied to Raymond School and now controversy
UPDATE (Dec. 7, 1:30 a.m.): In a 4 to 1 vote, Jeff Peterson, the principal of Raymond School, will not have his contract renewed for the upcoming academic year, according to a recent announcement by the Raymond School District. Peterson, who has served as the principal for several years, has been a notable figure in […]
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Raymond’s gay principal denies allegations made against him
An anonymous letter urges the removal of Raymond School Principal Jeff Peterson. The letter, which references Peterson’s personnel file, accuses him of various acts of misconduct, including creating a toxic work environment and inappropriate behavior towards children. The letter started circulating when Raymond School released Peterson’s personnel file in October. Jeff Peterson – Peterson is […]
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After Garvey resigns, lawsuit filing in question
RAYMOND, Wis. — Amid controversy and a deep political divide, Dr. Michael Garvey, Superintendent and Business Manager of the Raymond School District, announced his resignation effective Dec. 31. District Administrator Dr. Michael Garvey announces his resignation, effective Dec. 31, during the Raymond School board meeting on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. / Mark Hertzberg for Racine […]
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UPDATE: Amidst upset, Raymond School to remain on ‘soft lockdown’ through Friday, Sept. 29
RAYMOND — Parents of students attending Raymond School were notified a “soft lockdown” would remain in place through Friday. The school was placed on “soft lockdown” Wednesday by Superintendent Michael Garvey almost without explanation. Although a notice to parents said the lockdown was to avoid possible disruptions to student learning, the superintendent did not indicate […]
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Raymond School witness asks, ‘What’s more disruptive than a lockdown?’
RAYMOND — Raymond School experienced a “soft lockdown” Wednesday over concerns about unnamed disruptions, but the person who may have been at the center of the disruption said he was just there to obtain public documents. Mitch Berman said he stopped into the office after dropping his daughter off for kindergarten. He made his open […]
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UPDATE: Raymond School Board votes not to renew principal’s contract Wednesday; Peterson placed on administrative leave and escorted out of the building Thursday
RAYMOND — The Raymond School Board voted 4-1 in a closed session on Wednesday for the ability to consider the nonrenewal the contract of Principal Jeff Peterson. Audrey Kostuch, president of the board, read from a prepared statement, “Please understand this does not mean that Mr. Peterson’s employment is terminated or even that his contract […]
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UPDATE: Raymond School on ‘soft lockdown’ for issues related to the board meeting Wednesday evening
UPDATE (4:45 P.M.): Raymond Elementary School parent Mitchell Berman spoke to TMJ4 regarding his open records request and being escorted from the building. Berman also spoke to WISN, saying that a group of parents were gathering in support of the principal, citing that the school board is out of touch with the parents and educators. […]