My heart aches as I share this painful truth: my granddaughter has been a victim of relentless bullying in the Redmond School District for two years. It was after I posted her story on social media that I realized the magnitude of the problem. Thousands of individuals engaged with her story, and soon, families, students, and community members began reaching out with their own painful accounts of bullying, discrimination, and being ignored by the district's administration.

This is not an isolated incident. It echoes a disturbing pattern of neglect and failure within our school district—a pattern that has been allowed to persist for far too long. The stories shared with me are not just anecdotes; they represent real people, real children, who have suffered in silence. The psychological effects of such experiences can leave lasting scars, and it is the responsibility of the district's leadership to protect and nurture its students rather than ignore these cries for help.

Superintendent Dr. Cline has been in a position of authority throughout these years of unrest and suffering. The residents and families of the Redmond School District in Oregon have repeatedly highlighted issues of systemic bullying, harassment, discrimination, and even tragic losses, but these pleas have fallen on deaf ears. Dr. Cline has had more than enough time to demonstrate leadership and uphold his legal and ethical responsibilities to create a safe educational environment, yet his inaction speaks volumes.

The question we must ask ourselves is: how much longer can we allow this dangerous cycle to continue? How many more children must endure fear, humiliation, and harm before meaningful changes are made? Our children’s safety, well-being, and educational experience should not be compromised.

We urge the immediate resignation of Dr. Cline, who is no longer a suitable steward for our district. We demand accountability and leadership that prioritizes transparency, student safety, and a robust response to the concerns of families. The trust between the district and its community must be restored, and this begins with change at the very top.

Let us stand together for the future of our children and ensure that our schools are safe havens for learning and growth, rather than places of fear and neglect. Please join us by signing this petition to call for Dr. Cline’s resignation and to usher in a new era of accountability and positive change. Your signature can help amplify our voices and drive the change our community so desperately needs.