OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Concerns raised about the legacy of César Chávez have prompted Oklahoma City Public Schools leaders to take another step toward renaming an elementary school that bears his name.
The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education has been discussing the possibility of changing the name of César Chávez Elementary since April, following allegations that the political activist groomed and sexually assaulted women and young girls.
“We are committed to a process that truly reflects the voices, history, and values of the community this school serves. We encourage our families, staff, and neighbors to engage, share their perspectives, and help shape a school name thar honor both our past and our future,” board Chair Paula Lewis said in a statement earlier this year…