During a recent school board meeting, heated discussions emerged surrounding the online harassment of educators at Martin Middle School. An unnamed board member expressed outrage over the doxing of a teacher and principal by an anonymous account linked to the controversial group Moms for Liberty. The board member condemned the hateful comments directed at the school staff, emphasizing that the actions were unfounded and only served to promote division and bullying. They voiced strong support for the school’s administration, asserting that the decisions made were justified and that the educators involved did not deserve the backlash.

The board member also highlighted the lack of parental concern regarding the incident, noting that no parents reached out to express their discontent. They expressed gratitude for the community's support, stating that the negative actions stemmed from a small group of hateful individuals.

Following this discussion, Dr. Ng took the floor to congratulate local educators for their achievements, including Principal Shawana Jacobs, who received the Principal of the Year award, and Assistant Principal Sebastian Shipp, who was recognized for his leadership. Dr. Ng also acknowledged the community's resilience in the face of recent challenges in Western North Carolina, praising local volunteer efforts while criticizing the slow response from federal and state governments due to bureaucratic obstacles.

The meeting underscored the ongoing tensions surrounding educational policies and community support, reflecting broader societal issues regarding free speech, online harassment, and the role of educational institutions in fostering inclusive environments.