Action News Jax Ben Becker has obtained a confidential report regarding the behavior of Duval County School Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier at his previous job.
The report, prepared by Cherie Silberman of Empath Employment & HR Law, delves into accusations of bullying, disparagement, racial discrimination. hostile work environment, and other claims of unprofessional behavior during his tenure as the Lee County Superintendent.
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The report says Bernier “raised his voice” and bullied a Lee County employee in front of others.
It also says Bernier “…spoke about and appeared to regard some female employees less favorably than men.” – although investigators say specific claims of racism and sexism were unsubstantiated.
Action News Jax has been reporting on this since June, when a whistleblower made allegations online.
READ: Emails show DCPS notified about investigation linked to Dr. Bernier before selecting him
Bernier was hired in May, after resigning from his Lee County role in April.