Farmington Public Schools district officials have placed an administrator on leave after comments were made comparing district cheerleaders to strippers during a Sept. 21 homecoming event at Harrison High School.

Superintendent Dr. George Heitsch announced the administrative decision in a letter sent to parents Oct. 11. The district did not identify the administrator,citing the ongoing investigation, and district officials said the letter, which can be found on the district's website, would be its only comment on the situation.

According to the letter, the incident was addressed in a meeting with team members three days after the event, during which the administration and the administrator apologized to the team. The administration also sent a letter apologizing to cheerleaders' families.

Heitsch's letter also said a formal investigation into the matter was initiated by the Human Resources Department and the district’s Title IX officer.

"When difficult events occur, it is important to keep in the forefront that we remain

committed to creating an environment where every student can succeed and achieve

their potential," Heitsch wrote. "This means creating a positive learning environment built on civility and respect."

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In the letter, Heitsch wrote the district is "still working through the investigative process to determine the final outcome; however, we will take appropriate proactive and follow-up measures to prevent future instances of harmful comments or behavior toward students."

The school board is scheduled to meet 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the Lewis Schulman Administrtion Building.

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