Coronado

Coronado School District Stands Firm in Pollution Lawsuit Despite Internal Divisions and Concerns Over Transparency

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Coronado, CA — The Coronado Unified School District (CUSD) has joined a mass tort lawsuit against Veolia Water, the manager of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant, citing allegations of negligence and reckless exposure to hazardous chemicals affecting both staff and students. This judicial move arrives amid ongoing concerns over sewage pollution allegedly stemming from the facility, linked to a separate legal action taken on behalf of South Bay residents. The district’s decision to engage in the lawsuit followed the approval of a contract with Frantz Law Group during a board meeting on February … Read more

Coronado Schools Join Legal Battle Against Veolia Over Environmental Health Concerns

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Coronado, Calif. — The Coronado Unified School District (CUSD) has taken a significant step in addressing environmental health concerns by joining a mass tort lawsuit targeting Veolia Water, the operators of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant. This legal action underscores the district’s commitment to safeguarding the well-being and academic performance of its students and staff by focusing on crucial environmental factors. CUSD has long held the stance that while sewage and pollution resolutions typically fall outside its jurisdiction, prioritizing the welfare of its community members is paramount. By entering this lawsuit alongside more … Read more

Coronado Schools Join Force in Legal Battle Over Environmental Health Hazards

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Coronado, CA – In a significant legal move, the Coronado Unified School District has joined forces with over 500 plaintiffs in a mass tort lawsuit targeting Veolia Water, the operator of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant. This joint legal action addresses long-standing concerns about environmental health and safety risks that reportedly impact both student welfare and community well-being. The district, which places a high priority on the mental and physical health of its students and staff, has acknowledged that tackling sewage pollution falls outside its direct responsibilities. However, it sees its involvement in … Read more

Jury Awards Former Coronado High School Student $5 Million in Verdict Over Sexual Relationship with Basketball Coach

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Coronado, California – A former high school student has been awarded $5 million by a jury, nearly four years after her basketball coach admitted to engaging in a sexual relationship with her when she was just seventeen years old. The jury found that the Coronado Unified School District shares more responsibility than the coach himself for the harm caused to the victim. In addition, the school district was found negligent in its hiring and supervision of the assistant coach. This verdict sends a strong message to schools across the nation about the importance of prioritizing … Read more