Schools

Mattison Ave. School Closure Results in Laid Off, Demoted Nurses, Staff

Wissahickon School Board approved the changes Monday night.

Wissahickon School District Board of Directors approved Monday night to lay off five support staff employees and a “temporary professional” school nurse, due to staff realignment in the upcoming closure of Mattison Avenue Elementary, according to WNPV.

The board also demoted another staff member and a nurse, according to the report.

 Laid off employees could be recalled next year if opportunities open up.

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