The parent who is responsible for commencing the baseless complaint against Ms. Hyman which set off a chain of events that disrupted the entire school community is encouraged to look very honestly and seriously within her conscience to question her underlying motivation.

Throughout the past two months that our principal was removed from the AAS, did that parent, as one individual, ever seriously considered how her actions would adversely affect the collective? For example, many students shed tears and were visibly shaken by Ms. Hyman’s absence; the brilliant teachers at the AAS were forced to carry on without Ms. Hyman’s guidance and this was extremely difficult for them because they have built a solid, respectful relationship with her; the vast majority of parents who are inspired by Ms. Hyman’s exceptional leadership skills, knowledge of Afrocentricity and genuine commitment were stressed out and angry about the unfolding situation; and the African community were justifiably angered that such draconian action had been taken.

And, as we all now know, a letter from Dr. Chris Spence dated Friday, November 26th confirms what many people already knew which is that the allegations are unfounded and Ms. Hyman is totally innocent. Parents, staff, students and community members are absolutely delighted that she has returned to the AAS today to resume her duties!