Ardrey Kell High School principal David Switzer took action in response to inappropriate student behavior, but to address the problem we’ll have to make changes in our community. Ann Doss Helms. Kira McCray, a graduate of Ardrey Kell, told WBTV she thinks it’s time for new a principal at the high school. “Switzer has been nothing but amazing when it comes to handling Ardrey Kell,” she said. Ardrey Kell Principal David Switzer (right) at last week's gathering to repaint the school rock. The suspension went into effect on Thursday, June 11, a CMS spokesperson said. The petition comes after another petition was created asking for Switzer to resign. The petition notes that “The racism that occurs at Ardrey Kell does not happen by “coincidence” but it is perpetuated, purposefully. Ardrey Kell principal David Switzer has been suspended with pay while the district investigates accusations made against him, a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools spokeswoman said Monday. Some worry as the leader of the school, he may become a scapegoat. I think the leadership is who you look at in these situations when you have instances of racial bias and racial slurs being thrown at students,” said McCray in a previous interview with WBTV. In March 2019, a white Ardrey Kell boys basketball player used a racial slur in a Snapchat post before the school’s playoff game against West Charlotte High School, which is predominantly black. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says Ardrey Kell Principal David Switzer is suspended with pay while officials look into accusations of racism. Brooke Byrom, a recent graduate who helped set up at the event, also defended Switzer in an interview. Ann Doss Helms. Hours before the repainting, CMS released a video statement from Principal Switzer… There are now 2 competing petitions on Change.org, one calling for the removal of Switzer and the other calling for the support of Switzer. Switzer has been principal at Ardrey Kell High since 2010. “I am honored,” Switzer said.” “It’s a team effort and I share this award with the entire school family and Ardrey Kell community.” The principal of Ardrey Kell High School has been reassigned to a new job in the district’s central office. The award is presented annually to practicing school administrators Mr Switzer is not responsible for the acts of a few kids who feel they have a right to act out and deface rocks or any other act of racism. “It’s time for a change in leadership honestly. Cato College of Education graduate and former Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Principal of the Year David Switzer has yet another plaque to hang. 2 of 2. Parents argue the good that David Switzer has offered to Ardrey Kell outweighs the negativity. The “Have Principal David Switzer Resign from Ardrey Kell” petition currently has 3,792 signatures. School officials did not confirm what the accusations are, but a Change.org page details alleged incidents of Switzer saying inappropriate things during faculty meetings. The Ardrey Kell High School (AKHS) principal has earned a 2017 Excellence in Educational Leadership Award from the University Council for Educational Administration. There are now 2 competing petitions on Change.org, one calling for the removal of Switzer and the other calling for the support of Switzer. In announcing Switzer's lateral move to executive director of Continuous Improvement and Logistics, CMS said Switzer and the district agreed it was time for a change of leadership at Ardrey Kell. Ardrey Kell Principal David Switzer and a number of other faculty members were in attendance. A petition has been created to keep Ardrey Kell High School principal David Switzer on the job. Since when do we as parents abdicate our responsibility to the school system. Ardrey Kell High Principal David Switzer apologized for referring to people as “colored folks” during a staff meeting last fall. The post included a message of violence and referred to playing “in the hood.” It has more than 3,000 signatures. But his tenure at the majority-white school has also been marked by racial flare-ups. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools says Ardrey Kell Principal David Switzer is suspended with pay while officials look into accusations of racism. A change. Ardrey Kell High School Principal David Switzer has been suspended, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools confirmed Monday. IF there is racism at Ardrey Kell it is the responsibility of the parents. “Both David Switzer and CMS agree that after 10 years as principal at Ardrey Kell High School, a change in leadership is needed. School officials did not confirm what the accusations are, but a Change.org page details alleged incidents of Switzer saying inappropriate things during faculty meetings. 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