Binghamton City School District

164 Hawley Street

PO Box 2126
Binghamton, NY 13902-2126
(607) 762-8100
Fax: (607) 762-8110

January 30, 2019

The Binghamton City School District learned this afternoon of the Governor’s call for an
investigation into an incident at our East Middle School.

We strive for clarity and resolution. The District launched an internal investigation that
found no evidence that a strip search was conducted by the school’s staff. In addition,
the District has engaged an independent third party, Ferrara Fiorenza PC, to conduct an
independent review of the incident. We are committed to preserving public trust and we
welcome full and objective assessments.

Further, the District is forming a committee to review its protocols and create additional
opportunities for our parents and the community to provide input into our procedures.
We passionately care about the happiness, safety and achievement of every child in our
district and share his belief that all students in the State of New York should have the
right to pursue an education free from discrimination.

Educating, empowering and challenging all students to become

productive, global citizens through innovative approaches to learning.