Goodman v. Bethel School District No. 403

Barbara Goodman appeals from a decision of the trial court affirming the nonrenewal of her teaching contract for 1972-73 by respondent Bethel School District No. 403. Respondent has cross-appealed an award to appellant of attorney’s fees and costs.

Appellant was employed as a certified teacher by respondent. On January 31, 1972, she was notified she had been placed on probation. April 11, 1972, respondent’s board of directors determined that probable cause existed for the nonrenewal of appellant’s teaching contract for 1972-73.

By letter dated April 12, 1972, appellant was given notice of…