Parent alleges racial slurs and says district response has been insufficient; requests board intervention

During the public comment period on April 16, parent Anthony Flunder alleged repeated racialized incidents involving his daughter and urged the Cinnaminson Township School District board to take meaningful action.

Flunder said his daughter, a student in the district, has been called a racial slur on at least two occasions, including on the school bus. "Today was the second time that my daughter was called a black monkey," he said, and described prior incidents he said were not adequately addressed. He said he contacted district staff and was told the district would investigate, but he said he had not seen satisfactory follow‑up and told trustees he would seek help from the media and civil‑rights organizations if the issue was not resolved.

Flunder identified himself as a member of law enforcement and described his family history in the district; he said the pattern of incidents has caused serious distress for his daughter and family and that he needs the board’s help to ensure fair treatment.

Superintendent Coppello thanked Flunder for speaking and invited follow‑up; no detailed disciplinary or investigatory outcomes were announced during the public meeting.

Why this matters: Allegations of racial harassment raise questions about student safety, district complaint procedures, and whether the district’s investigation and discipline processes adequately address complaints. Trustees did not announce a public resolution at the meeting.

Next steps: The superintendent offered to follow up with Flunder after the meeting. The family indicated intent to escalate to external advocates if local remedies do not produce a satisfactory response.