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Lawsuit Claims Bullying, Inaction Led to Westfield Student's Suicide Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, June 25, 2020 OUR 130th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 26-2020 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR Lawsuit Claims Bullying, Inaction Led to Westfield Student’s Suicide By REBECCA MEHORTER erty stolen or defaced and was tar- actions from the schools. They claim Specially Written for The Westfield Leader geted with anti-Semitic slurs, among that Carter suffered both physically WESTFIELD — Gene Uziel and other allegations, in the Westfield and mentally because of the Frances Testini filed a lawsuit last public school system from 2010 until administration’s lack of action. The week against the Westfield Board of his death in 2018. The plaintiffs fur- two also are claiming in their lawsuit Education, the town and Superinten- ther allege that the school administra- a violation of the New Jersey Civil dent Dr. Margaret Dolan following tion took no action to protect their son Rights Act, specifically the anti-bul- their son’s suicide after purported after the parents sent emails about the lying act. years of being bullied, harassed and bullying and that their son faced re- The parents also allege that the intimidated by students and disre- taliation via unwarranted discipline defendants created a hostile environ- garded by school administrators. from teachers and administration ment in violation of the New Jersey Mr. Uziel’s and Ms. Testini’s law- members because of their emails. law against discrimination. They suit states that their son, Carter, was, The plaintiffs are suing on multiple claim that Carter was denied the privi- on multiple occasions, sexually as- counts. The first is negligence, due to lege of public education because of saulted, physically harmed, had prop- the repeated emails that prompted no his religion, as they purport the ad- ministration did not take action after being told Carter was called anti- Jewish slurs by students. After sending an email about an incident to Superintendent Dolan, Mr. Uziel received the alleged March 16, 2018, response: “You are the single and only parent out of the thousands of parents of our Westfield Public Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader School students who has consistently YOGA FOR CHANGE...Brassy Buddha held a yoga class on Quimby Street Saturday morning. The yoga studio also will attempted to harass and malign teach- participate in the We Work for Change fund-raising event on Friday, June 26. We Work for Change is an alliance of local ers, counselors, nurses, and adminis- businesses committed to fight to dismantle racism through advocacy, business opportunities and fund-raising for underprivi- trators … I do not believe that the leged and underserved surrounding communities. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Lisa Benke at District must continue to respond to [email protected]. To register for Friday’s event, visit www.sweatsanctuarynj.com. further inappropriate, intentionally offensive or harassing communica- tions.” According to the lawsuit, on June Freeholders Praise Residents’ 17, 2018, Carter committed suicide. His parents found him shortly after and called 911. Carter was later pro- nounced dead at Robert Wood Cooperation As Reopenings Begin Johnson University Hospital in Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Rahway. By FRED T. ROSSI lance” by county residents. lowed to offer outdoor dining to their GREASE IS THE WORD...The first night of the Cranford Drive-In Movie Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Theater in the parking lot of the Orange Avenue Pool took place June 18. The “All children have a legal right to At the board’s June 18 meeting, patrons, the county will look favor- featured movie was Grease, with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. The an environment free from harassment, COUNTY — With businesses and Mr. Mirabella noted that county golf ably at plans submitted by munici- series was created in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and is made possible by intimidation and bullying where they other activities slowly reopening, courses, tennis courts and dog parks palities to close certain county roads The Cranford Theater and the Township of Cranford. See story on Page 12. can grow and learn,” the plaintiffs’ several members of the county free- have reopened and said the limit on so dining establishments can place attorney Heidi Weintraub told The holder board thanked residents for public gatherings was to increase to tables and chairs for customers. Mr. Westfield Leader in an email. “The their cooperation and assistance dur- 250 this week and then to 500 on Mirabella said that many restaurants Cranford BOE Thanks Many ideal outcome in this case is to try to ing the shutdowns associated with Friday, July 3. He also said picnic are being “creative” as they reopen right the wrongs that have been com- the Covid-19 pandemic. Chairman areas will be available for use, by more fully and that the county “wants mitted and to seek justice for Carter Alexander Mirabella emphasized reservation, starting Wednesday, to try to help” them in attracting cus- For Efforts During Pandemic CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 the importance of “continued vigi- July 1. tomers. He also thanked those involved in An ordinance was introduced last By JENNIFER GLACKIN was lauded for the “feel-good vid- the county’s food donation efforts week to authorize development of a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader eos” the district sent out to help stu- Mountainside BOE Wraps that have helped “thousands of Union renewable energy facility at the CRANFORD — The Cranford dents and staff feel connected during County households put food on the Tremley Point facility in Linden. A Board of Education recognized indi- distance learning. table.” Later in the meeting, Free- representative for a laborers’ union viduals and groups to thank them for “These are just a few wonderful Up 2019-2020 School Year holder Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded spoke briefly in favor of the project, their extra work during this unprec- examples of the heroes amongst our saluted teachers and parents for “all saying it would “create good jobs,” edented time at its June 22 meeting. community,” Dr. Rubin said. By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL held June 17. the hard work” they put in during the “spur economic development” and “You’re all heroes and we thank The board is still unclear as to what Specially Written for The Westfield Leader It also was announced that an out- three months that schools were closed be “good for the environment.” A you for all you do,” said Superinten- next year will bring as it awaits guid- MOUNTAINSIDE — Members of door eighth-grade recognition cer- and at-home teaching was in effect. public hearing on the ordinance will dent Dr. Scott Rubin to Cranford Po- ance from the state. the Mountainside Board of Educa- emony has been scheduled for Tues- Freeholder Sergio Granados thanked be held Thursday, July 23. lice Chief Ryan Greco, Cranford Fire “We do not get any advance no- tion met June 23 to conclude what has day, July 14, and that each student the county government staff for work- The freeholder board approved the Chief Daniel Czeh and Matt Lubin, tice,” said Dr. Rubin. “We find out been an unprecedented 201920 school would receive three tickets. The board ing with residents during the shut- appointments of Alma Blanco and emergency management coordinator when you do.” year. Superintendent Janet Walling said a sound system will be rented for down. Tim McConway to the county plan- for the Office of Emergency Manage- Resident Mark Zucker asked if there gave a year-end report, mentioning the ceremony and that a professional In other business, in an effort to ning board to fill unexpired terms. ment. Bernie and Joy Wagenblast were was a plan leading toward split ses- that the school year had ended June photographer will be hired. assist restaurants that are now al- CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 recognized for starting an initiative to sions for next year or new facilities to 18. In her report, Mrs. Walling also send out a daily positive message to ensure social distancing during It was revealed that 95 graduates noted that a survey of borough par- the school community. Nicole Savino CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 were honored in a virtual ceremony ents is currently being conducted to obtain feedback regarding the dis- tance-learning process implemented over the past few months. A virtual Clap-Out was held for second-grade students. In other business, Mrs. Walling gave a report on district goals. The first goal was to work with Governor Livingston High School to ensure stu- dent success once students enter the high school. It was noted that during this past year, curricula at both schools were studied and monitored to ensure that Mountainside students graduat- ing the eighth grade would experi- ence a smooth transition into Gover- nor Livingston High School, located in Berkeley Heights. Goal two was to ensure imple- mentation of Social Emotional CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Advertising in The LEADER / TIMES Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader TAKING IT TO THE STREETS...CrossFit 908 Central held a workout class on Quimby Street Saturday morning. Means PLUS BUSINESS for YOU! PAGE INDEX Call or email us today ... Regional ........ 2-3, 6 Education ...... 10-11 Ken Zierler for The Westfield Leader Editorial ........ 4-5 Sports ............ 7-9 HELPING OTHERS...The Greater Westfield Chapter of UNICO National sponsored a successful food drive last 908-232-4407 Police ............ 6 Real Estate .... 1, 3, 7, 12 Saturday in front of the Holy Trinity School Auditorium in Westfield. All food and goods benefitted the Westfield Food Community ... 10-11 Classifieds ....
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