Overview
- The board approved Darien Schoolcraft as Centennial High’s principal by a 3-2 vote Thursday, with Heather Rooks and Janelle Bowles voting no.
- The decision came while a police investigation into former teachers Haley Beck and Angela Burlaka is under review by the Maricopa County Attorney and no arrests or charges have been announced.
- Police previously served a classroom search warrant in July 2025 tied to Burlaka and executed a warrant at district headquarters earlier this month, though officials have disclosed little about evidence seized.
- The district has seen multiple departures during the probe, including former principal Scott Hollabaugh in May, two assistant principals, and a superintendent resignation that led to interim leadership shifts.
- District leaders warn the investigation and document reviews have disrupted operations and could affect the August school start while board disputes and formal complaints over mandatory reporting continue to shape oversight questions.