Shocking allegations have surfaced regarding San Diego Unified Superintendent Lamont Jackson, as an investigation launched in May by district officials has substantiated claims of misconduct with female staff members, according to sources familiar with the results. The exact nature of the misconduct has not been disclosed at this time.
District spokesperson Maureen Magee declined to comment, saying, “The district has no comment at this time.”
This development comes after Voice of San Diego revealed three months ago that an outside law firm was hired by the district to investigate Jackson. The firm, Sanchez & Amador from Los Angeles, was hired to handle sensitive internal investigations and was specifically tasked with looking into the allegations against Jackson for an estimated $100,000.
The reason behind the investigation remains unclear as district officials have been tight-lipped about the details. Despite earlier denials, the district’s board has already received and reviewed the results of the investigation during a closed session.
The fate of Jackson is uncertain, but an announcement regarding his future is expected as soon as Friday.
Jackson took over as superintendent two and a half years ago when former Superintendent Cindy Marten was appointed as the United States Deputy Secretary of Education by President Joe Biden. Despite a national search for her replacement, Jackson, who had served as interim superintendent, was ultimately chosen.
Marten’s tenure was also marked by scandals related to the mishandling of sexual misconduct claims, a tarnish that now follows her to her current role in the U.S. Department of Education. The department recently criticized the district’s response to harassment claims, leaving students vulnerable to discrimination.
