The letters came from diverse sources, including colleagues, friends, and community members, all affirming Santos’s exceptional character and contributions. One letter from Michaela Flora described Santos’s professionalism and insight, detailing how she provided vital strategies for students with high social-emotional needs. Another letter from Melissa Baron praised Santos’s ability to manage her responsibilities as a working mother while being deeply involved in community and school activities.

The committee discussed the consistency of allowing names in citizen input letters, referencing a previous incident where a letter mentioning staff by name was censored. An attorney clarified that Santos had consented to her name being used, differing from the earlier situation. Further clarification on the previous redaction was requested.