Stratford Schools Chief Arrested, Special BOE Meeting Called: Report

STRATFORD, CT — Stratford's Superintendent of Schools Uyi Osunde was charged with a misdemeanor in November and the Board of Education will meet Thursday to discuss the topic, Hearst Connecticut reported.

According to the online judicial website, Osunde was charged on Nov. 25 with second-degree breach of peace in the city of New Haven. He was released after posting 10 percent of a $2,000 bond and is due to appear in Superior Court on Jan. 10, 2024, according to court records.

Hearst cited in its report that the incident involving Osunde was a "domestic dispute." An attorney representing Osunde told Hearst that his client denies the allegations.

In a statement to News 12 CT, Osunde's attorney Raymond Hassett said, "The unfortunate allegations against Dr. Osunde will be addressed in the proper forum." Hassett added that "this private family matter," has no impact on Osunde's commitment and dedication to the school community.

An agenda for the Board of Education meeting states the meeting begins 6:30 p.m. on Thursday in the boardroom at the administration center, 1000 East Broadway.

The agenda states:

THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING IS BELOW:

I. Opening of Meeting/Confirmation of Quorum

II. Executive Session

A. Personnel Matter regarding the Superintendent of Schools

III. Reconvene in Public Session

A. Possible Action from Executive Session

For more details, read the full Hearst Connecticut story here.

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