DCS officials speak out about energy management plan controversy, removal of appliances from classrooms [Video]

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A recent post made by a former Dothan City Schools employee, Julie Mullins-Turner, has stirred up thick smoke over Dothan City Schools about teachers being robbed by central office staff of their appliances in their classrooms.

“I understand there is chatter on social media and we try not to chase everything you read online but we have had an energy management plan since 2010,” Dr. Coe said.

School officials are responding to the post that claims they are removing appliances like microwaves, coffee makers, and mini-fridges because they take up too much electricity.

However, school officials say that’s true but it’s a part of an approved policy from 2010 that teachers are well aware of prohibiting those types of items.

“Our classrooms are not wired to handle those appliances in the classroom and the school is not designed for cooking and providing meals for children it’s …