After teaching a lesson on Israel-Palestine, M-A’s Chloe Gentile-Montgomery faced attacks from external political groups who distorted her materials. SUHSD failed to defend her, removed her from the classroom, ignored her health needs, and enabled a culture of harassment. She is now suing for discrimination and retaliation.

Menlo-Atherton coach Mike Molieri, a 21-year educator and 12-year basketball coach, has filed a legal claim against SUHSD alleging retaliation for whistleblowing on student mistreatment. He cites discrimination for his Latin heritage and advocacy for students of color.

Menlo-Atherton High students have a long history of activism, leading walkouts for LGBTQ+ rights, gun control, and against police brutality. These protests highlight SUHSD's repeated failures to address systemic issues, prompting students to demand transparency and reform.

Former Woodside High School counselor Sharlett Downing has filed an amended lawsuit against the Sequoia Union High School District, alleging wrongful termination, disability discrimination, and multiple violations of district policies and state laws, while representing herself amid serious health challenges.

SUHSD HR administrator Todd Beal has abruptly resigned, deepening the district’s leadership crisis. As staff turnover escalates, the district faces mounting scrutiny over its failure to address racial bias, retaliation claims, and a toxic internal culture harming students and employees.

SUHSD faces serious allegations from former staffers of color, citing systemic discrimination, retaliation, and mental health neglect. Reports include hostile work environments, unsupported role changes, and punitive actions against whistleblowers, highlighting deep ethical failures.

A federal judge ruled that Menlo-Atherton High School administrators may have violated a disabled Black student’s rights through assault, negligence, and emotional abuse. SUHSD's attempt to dismiss the lawsuit was largely denied, exposing systemic failures in student protection and ethical leadership.

SUHSD placed beloved Menlo-Atherton coach Mike Molieri on unexplained leave, leaving students and parents in the dark. Despite community outcry and concerns over the impact on the school's small Black student population, the district remains silent, eroding trust and transparency.

SUHSD is facing a lawsuit from former Woodside High counselor Sharlett Downing, who alleges disability discrimination after being denied accommodations for her mental health conditions. The district's actions highlight systemic failures in supporting staff with disabilities.

SUHSD's diversity crisis deepens: Black teachers now make up just 0.9% at M-A, despite Black students comprising 4% of the student body. The district's failure to retain Black educators underscores systemic inequities and a lack of commitment to representative leadership.

On May 11, 2023, Menlo-Atherton High School students staged a walkout protesting the violent arrest of a classmate by Atherton police. Organized by the M-A Protest Organization, students marched to Burgess Park, demanding justice and police accountability.

After a controversial exit from SUHSD amid allegations of racism, Dr. Darnise Williams has been appointed superintendent of Pacifica School District. Her ousting, following closed-door meetings, highlights SUHSD's ongoing issues with transparency and equity.

In May 2023, SUHSD faced backlash after Atherton police violently detained a Black student at Menlo-Atherton High. Despite staff witnessing the incident, no intervention occurred. The district's failure to protect students and address systemic racism has ignited community outrage.

SUHSD ousted its first Black female superintendent, Dr. Darnise Williams, after secret meetings and a $299K payout. The board's lack of transparency and alleged racial bias have sparked community outrage and eroded public trust.

In November 2022, two students brought loaded guns to Menlo-Atherton High School. SUHSD's inadequate response and lack of transparency have left the community demanding action. Calls for data collection and mental health support remain unaddressed.