""A big factor in this case was the school district's prior knowledge about the issues between these two groups of kids, and that it could result in violence. And they had a duty at that point to protect all of their students from this situation.""
""The district confirmed it will pay $3.5 million to Pienta's family and $2.75 million to the other student's family.""
""Officials said they have since implemented safety measures, including student safety advisers to help 'prevent and de-escalate altercations on campus.'""
Santa Rosa City Schools has agreed to a $6.25 million settlement related to a fatal stabbing incident at Montgomery High School in 2023. The stabbing involved 16-year-old Jayden Pienta, who was killed by another student, later cleared of charges after a self-defense ruling. Both families alleged negligence on the district's part, citing prior knowledge of potential violence. The district will pay $3.5 million to Pienta's family and $2.75 million to the other student's family. New safety measures have been implemented to prevent future incidents.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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