Student Demands Coach's Removal at Denton ISD Board Meeting

Student Grievance Against Coach

• 🎯 A high school senior, Dustin Sharp, spoke at a Denton ISD board meeting requesting the removal of the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Braswell High School, Kent Lasser.
• 🗣️ Sharp stated he quit the football team due to the coach's leadership style, which he described as manipulative and demoralizing.
• 📝 A petition with 391 signatures supports Sharp's claims, alleging the coach's environment hinders growth and encouragement, causing mental pain to students.

District Response and Next Steps

• ⚠️ Denton ISD confirmed they were notified this week about a grievance filed against the coach.
• 🔒 Due to employee privacy, the district stated they cannot provide further information at this time.
• 📞 Coach Lasser did not respond to requests for comment.
• 🤫 It is unconfirmed if the school board discussed Dustin's complaint during an executive session.