Overview
- The request followed social studies teacher Ben Fillo’s video celebrating Charlie Kirk’s death, after which he was placed on administrative leave and outside investigator Matthew Oliverio was appointed.
- Parent Nicole Solas sought all curriculum materials and Fillo’s emails, including 789 messages from Sept. 1, 2024, to present and 1,438 emails containing the term “Trump” dating back to 2016.
- Barrington Public Schools estimated 7,735.5 hours of work at up to $15 per hour, totaling $117,130.50, citing the need to scan 157 courses over 15 years across three systems.
- The Goldwater Institute argues the fee appears inflated and potentially unlawful, urging the district to drastically reduce or waive the cost.
- The local teachers union removed Fillo as copresident, the school committee retained legal counsel, and advocates say students have reported viewpoint discrimination in his classes.