“Why Weren’t Parents Told?” Congressman Harris Demands Answers on School Safety

Congressman Mark Harris presses Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence over school safety, parental notification, and policies regarding bathrooms and locker rooms.

During the hearing, Rep. Harris revisits the 2021 Stone Bridge High School sexual assault case and asks what changes Loudoun County schools have implemented to ensure student safety and accountability. Harris also highlights concerns from parents in his own district regarding biological males accessing girls’ private spaces and discusses the Department of Education’s Title IX investigation into Cabarrus County Schools.

The questioning then turns to Loudoun County’s response to student overdoses, including fentanyl-related concerns, delayed parental notification, and the importance of keeping families informed during school safety emergencies.

Rep. Harris argues that parents deserve transparency and that schools must prioritize the safety and well-being of students.