Family Demands Principal’s Resignation Over Racial Bullying at Frank E. Woodruff Elementary in SoCal – Presser Set for Tuesday Morning
*Dammit. Here we go AGAIN. 
The family of 11-year-old Caliyah James, an African American student at Frank E. Woodruff Elementary School in Bellflower, California (adjacent to Los Angeles), has raised serious concerns about ongoing racial bullying.
They report that Caliyah has been subjected to racial slurs, including being called the N-word and “monkey,” and was recently told to “go back to Africa” by non-African American students.
Despite multiple complaints to school staff and Principal Dr. Kieu Trang Nguyen, the family alleges that no effective action has been taken to address the harassment.
“Principal Nguyen, has refused to meet personally with our family to help solve the racial hate crimes targeting African American children at her school. We’re calling for her Immediate resignation,” said Tamelia Price Millsap grandmother of Caliyah
They are now calling for Principal Nguyen’s immediate resignation, citing her refusal to meet with them to resolve the issue.
Community Leaders Rally Behind Caliyah’s Family
The family’s call for action has garnered support from several community organizations and leaders. Rev. Jonathan Moseley, Western Regional Director of the Los Angeles National Action Network, and Cheryl Branch, CEO of Los Angeles Metropolitan Churches, have both expressed solidarity with the family.
Najee Ali, Senior Organizer for Los Angeles Metropolitan Churches, emphasized the broader issue of racial bullying in Southern California schools.
“African American students and staff members continue to face racial slurs, hate, violence, and intolerance by non-African American students. We support the family’s calls for justice for Caliyah and all African American students impacted by racial hate,” he stated.
Press Conference Scheduled to Address Racial Bullying Concerns
A press conference has been scheduled to bring attention to the allegations and demand accountability from school officials. Details are as follows:
- Date: Tuesday, April 22nd
- Time: 7:30 AM
- Location: Frank E. Woodruff Elementary School, 15322 Eucalyptus Ave, Bellflower, CA 90706
Community members, activists, and concerned parents are expected to attend and voice their support for Caliyah and other students facing similar issues.
School’s Response and Available Resources
As of now, there has been no public statement from Principal Nguyen or the Bellflower Unified School District regarding the allegations.
Frank E. Woodruff Elementary School’s official website provides contact information and outlines their commitment to student welfare.
For those seeking assistance or more information on addressing bullying, resources are available at StopBullying.gov.
Why This Story Matters
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing racial bullying in schools and the importance of responsive leadership. The community’s mobilization underscores a collective demand for safe and inclusive educational environments for all students.
The outcome of this situation may set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future, emphasizing the need for transparency, accountability, and proactive measures in educational institutions.
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