A routine school board meeting spiraled into shouting, walkouts, and three sudden resignations in Lansing, according to The Ithaca Voice.
Tensions boiled over March 23 as trustees clashed over alleged mismanagement, racism claims, and toxic behavior. The dispute comes as the district faces a $2.2 million deficit and critical budget decisions. No evidence has confirmed fraud allegations, but divisions deepened over how leaders handled concerns.
Three first-term members stepped down, leaving replacements to stabilize the board. Teachers and staff later voiced support for district leadership, even returning $75,000 to help avoid cuts, as officials race to finalize a budget before the deadline.
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