Federal prosecutors have launched a rare special grand jury probe into D.C.public schools, zeroing in on truancy, graduation rates and attendance records.The investigation, which was first reported by The Washington Post, is examining the supervision and oversight of young people in the nation’s capital, according to people familiar with the matter.This is about "safeguarding youth in the District," a law enforcement official told Fox News.Teachers and other personnel at several D.C.
Public Schools campuses have been contacted in recent days about student absences, graduation practices and the way attendance is documented, the Washington Post reported.At least one person has already testified before the panel, while others are expected to appear in the coming days, according to the outlet.DETROIT SCHOOLS OFFER STUDENTS UP TO $1,000 FOR PERFECT ATTENDANCE AS PROGRAM EXPANDSU.S.
Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office is overseeing a rare special grand jury investigation into D.C.public schools’ truancy, graduation practices and attendance records.
(Nathan Howard/Reuters)The use of a special grand jury is unusual.Fox News is told a judge must approve the creation of such a panel, which can conduct a sweeping investigation and issue a detailed report on its findings even if prosecutors ultimately file no criminal charges.A spokesperson for U.S.
Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office told the Washington Post it could neither confirm nor deny an investigation.The office of D.C.Mayor Muriel Bowser said its focus remains on the new school year."Our focus remains on welcoming students and families back for a strong start to the new school year, and that is what we want our principals and teachers focused on as well," the mayor’s office told the Washington Post.
"We make all school data public and will continue to do so."CHAOTIC TEEN BRAWL GOES VIRAL AFTER TEEN TERROR PROMPTS US ATTORNEY PIRRO'S PLAN TO PROSECUTE PARENTSProsecutors say the inquiry is aimed at "safeguarding y...