A grand jury in New Jersey dismissed charges against the high school principal, Frank Sanchez, accused of endangering a student in a case that stirred racial tensions in South Orange and Maplewood.
Despite the grand jury's decision, Sanchez remains in professional limbo, with his contract not renewed and on paid leave, planning to appeal for reappointment.
The case exposed the longstanding achievement gap between white and Black students in the district, raising concerns despite efforts to address the disparities.
The student who accused Sanchez is no longer at the school but has faced living in the town amid divided sentiments, including support for Sanchez and rallies from parents.
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