Hanover High School Recent Incident 6/12/21

You may have heard that there was an incident at school during dismissal yesterday where a student vandalized a flag symbolizing pride and inclusion for the LGBTQ+ community.  This incident was captured on video and has certainly been circulated on social media. 

I write to simply tell you that this unacceptable – and quite frankly, appalling – behavior is being investigated, and we are taking it extremely seriously.  There’s no place in our school community for narrow-mindedness, prejudice, discrimination – or any speech or action that is hurtful to any group of people. 

Please understand that we are limited as to what we can share about student discipline issues.  To be equally understood, part of our role as a school community is to help our students learn from their mistakes, especially when transgressions are harmful and hurtful to others. 

That said, this incident is being thoroughly investigated and pursued.  There should be no doubt that appropriate action will be taken consistent with our school’s code of conduct. 

Be kind.  Be warm.  Be safe. 

Matthew Paquette
Principal