This from Toni at C-J, photo by Matt Stone:A Jefferson Circuit judge will decide shortly on whether to force Jefferson County Public Schools to turn over its investigative file into Max Gilpin's death to the commonwealth attorney's office.
After hearing arguments from both the commonwealth attorney's office and the school district during a hearing Monday, Circuit Judge Susan Schultz Gibson said she would issue an opinion "very shortly."
"I know the trial is fast approaching and there is an issue of time on this," she said....
Here's the problem with the district's stance.
Gilpin investigation
As a former employee and PTA member, I have always been a strong supporter of Jefferson County Public Schools. However, I am now unable to support JCPS's decision to withhold the results of their investigation into the death of Max Gilpin.
The perception is that the district has something to hide. This may be far from the reality, but perception is reality in the public's mind.
The investigation itself has taken far too long, and it appears as if the district is dragging its feet. Now with the fight to withhold the results, the appearance becomes even stronger.
The investigation should be quickly concluded and the results turned over to the commonwealth's attorney's office. In my opinion, the results should also be made public in order to restore confidence in the school district's reputation that children come first.
CATHI LYNINGER
Louisville 40291
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