MVHS safety crises, security funding, and student commute safety
Key Questions
What is the 'kill list' lawsuit involving MVHS students?
The lawsuit concerns a 'kill list' targeting Black students that was shared via Instagram and Snapchat, involving 6-10 peers. It forms part of broader claims of bullying, harassment, and admin neglect at the school.
How is the City of Cupertino addressing school safety concerns?
Cupertino officials extended their contract with the Sheriff’s Office to manage rising law enforcement costs amid ongoing incidents. The City Council will also fill seats on the Teen and Public Safety Commission on May 21.
What other safety issues have been reported at MVHS recently?
Reports include racist graffiti prompting community meetings, bomb threats, an Instagram petition highlighting gender tensions, and an Oracle harassment case. The district is implementing safety plans, hiring supervisors, and offering wellness resources.
The kill-list lawsuit, racist graffiti, bullying and harassment allegations, toxic-masculinity investigation, and prior bomb threats continue to shape campus safety. Responses include debate over Sheriff/SRO funding, a Sept. 9 Mayor’s Chat on the Sheriff contract, reduced federal civil-rights oversight, a $15,000 safety-upgrade fundraiser, and Safe Routes to School programming.