Freeburg, Illinois

The actions at Monday's board meeting follow several teachers speaking out against Freeberg board member Jayson Baker. In his defense, Baker said he is "proud to stand alone, even if it comes at a great personal cost."

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This comes just months after the elementary school principal opted to leave the school district. The principal cited “unfounded attacks, bullying, and professional accusations” lodged against Freeburg School District 70 administrators.