Teachers at Keystone Oaks High School vote ‘no confidence’ in principal

MOUNT LEBANON, Pa. — Keystone Oaks High School’s top educator is in hot water with his fellow teachers.

The Keystone Oaks Education Association voted 44-2 showing “no confidence” in Principal Michael Linnert.

Teachers cited concerns over his view for the future, his communication methods and the safety of students and staff under his leadership.

They said these issues have been mounting for years.

On Tuesday, Education Association President Lainey Resetar brought their concerns to the school board.

“This was not a decision that we took lightly,” she said. “We’ve tried to bring issues up to our building principal. We’ve felt disregarded. We’ve felt not trusted.”

Linnert first came to Keystone Oaks as an assistant principal in November 2018.

According to the district’s website, he oversees the education of around 600 students from Castle Shannon, Dormont and Green Tree.

The 44-2 vote of “no confidence” shows teachers want that to change, according to their union.

“We want the high school on a better path to success, for the students and for the staff, so that we can get back to building a future for these kids,” said Resetar.

Ultimately, the school board holds Linnert’s fate in its hands. It’s unclear if, or how, members will address the union’s concerns.

In the meantime, it’s business as usual for teachers.

“We’re going about teaching our students,” said Resetar. “That’s why we’re there. So, we’re moving on throughout our day and trying to keep the students engaged in their learning and keeping them safe within the building, as well.”

Channel 11 reached out to Linnert as well as the school district for comment but has not heard back.

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