<div><p>I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on campus.</p><p>Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a verbal altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom.</p><p>Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. (Dom was not restrained)</p><p>To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another cottage for the weekend.</p><p>At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an update.</p><p>Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.</p></div><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div style="direction:ltr"><span><p dir="ltr" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW&nbsp; |&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color:transparent;font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(0,0,0);vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Residential Supervisor</span><span style="background-color:transparent;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;font-weight:700;white-space:pre-wrap"> </span><span style="background-color:transparent;color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap">Cottage 10</span></p></span><span><p dir="ltr" style="color:rgb(34,34,34);line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(1,154,234);background-color:transparent;font-weight:700;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Josiah White’s | Residential Services</span></p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><font face="arial, sans-serif">260-563-1158</font></p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="font-size:9pt;color:rgb(89,89,89);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap"><font face="arial, sans-serif">260-563-1159 x2205</font></span><span style="font-size:9pt;font-family:Arial;color:rgb(89,89,89);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap"> </span><img src="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&amp;ik=d5594e14bd&amp;attid=0.1&amp;permmsgid=msg-f%3A1710900806814270328&amp;th=17be573814180378&amp;view=fimg&amp;sz=s0-l75-ft&amp;attbid=ANGjdJ8DOvpbmx2nenJ8PrSf2ZqAYbBvzvyMyZbTR7Ia0492vp14_zoyC4aQfJ7XEW8adscriyXfmM0HsK9lqtjCibOWnRC51cWa8ZBhVOAwsbdtN5S_3mUK4TVYO7o&amp;disp=emb&amp;realattid=ii_ktk9yh680" alt="Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png" width="143" height="52" style="margin-right:0px"></p><p style="color:rgb(34,34,34);line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><img data-aii="CiExNVdCUEVYSXgwR2VYZXlfaVNVNWRqRWlDMkdYM01QSGo" width="96" height="96" src="https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zUkNRT866kynw9_M3LOSzhG7iYdUGb4ITzbEuW4JQ5gV5NotzXQfmnEgMHRUJelv8aOqlXjjd_WsVX" data-os="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/d/15WBPEXIx0GeXey_iSU5djEiC2GX3MPHj"><br></p><div dir="auto" style="color:rgb(34,34,34)"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div style="padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-left:0px;display:flex;font-family:&quot;Google Sans&quot;,Roboto,RobotoDraft,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif"><div style="margin:0px;min-width:0px;padding:0px 0px 20px;width:initial"><div style="margin:8px 0px 0px;padding:0px;overflow-x:hidden"><font color="#7f6000">An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association<br></font></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></span></div></div></div><img id="r1579375551017932473-1780080508600" width="0" height="0" class="mailtrack-img MT-FAKE" alt="" style="display:flex" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAAACAkQBADs=3D" >

I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru this please On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> wrote: > I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on > campus. > > Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a ver > altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous > day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to > help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made > regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become > emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. > > Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to > prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved > youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program > procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. > (Dom was not restrained) > > To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom > was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another > cottage for the weekend. > > At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, as > I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information > becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an > update. > > Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. > > -- > > Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 > > Josiah White’s | Residential Services > > 260-563-1158 > > 260-563-1159 x2205 [image: Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] > > > An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association > > The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for > the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain > confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, > dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon > this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient > is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and > destroy any copies of this information. ­­ >

<div dir="ltr" gmail_original="1">Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well.<div><br></div><div>He is separated&nbsp;into another cottage at the complete other end of the campus.</div></div><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine &lt;abalentine0629@gmail.com&gt; wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 0.8ex; border-left: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding-left: 1ex;"><div dir="auto">I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru this please&nbsp;</div><div><br><img id="r873431270641088312-1780080976640" width="0" height="0" class="mailtrack-img MT-FAKE" alt="" style="display:flex" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAAACAkQBADs=3D" ><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson &lt;<a href="mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org" target="_blank">clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org</a>&gt; wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 0.8ex; border-left: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding-left: 1ex;"><div><p>I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on campus.</p><p dir="auto">Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom.</p><p>Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. (Dom was not restrained)</p><p>To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another cottage for the weekend.</p><p>At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. 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Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons freedom it needs to stop from Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom will snap right now with everything he’s carrying On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> wrote: > Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other > staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he > needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well. > > He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the > campus. > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that >> was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding >> onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been >> difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family >> member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either >> way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru >> this please >> >> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> >> wrote: >> >>> I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on >>> campus. >>> >>> Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a >>> ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the >>> previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer >>> attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments >>> were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to >>> become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. >>> >>> Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to >>> prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved >>> youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program >>> procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. >>> (Dom was not restrained) >>> >>> To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom >>> was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another >>> cottage for the weekend. >>> >>> At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, >>> as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information >>> becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an >>> update. >>> >>> Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. >>> >>> -- >>> >>> Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 >>> >>> Josiah White’s | Residential Services >>> >>> 260-563-1158 >>> >>> 260-563-1159 x2205 [image: Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] >>> >>> >>> An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association >>> >>> The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for >>> the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain >>> confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, >>> dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon >>> this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient >>> is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and >>> destroy any copies of this information. ­­ >>> >> > > -- > > Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 > > Josiah White’s | Residential Services > > 260-563-1158 > > 260-563-1159 x2205 [image: Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] > > > An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association > > The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for > the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain > confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, > dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon > this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient > is prohibited. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and > destroy any copies of this information. ­­ >

Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues to poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son so at this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would hope that you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or something On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> wrote: > Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him > On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried > it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from > anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out > there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and > him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just > please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps > “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons > freedom it needs to stop from > Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom > will snap right now with everything he’s carrying > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> > wrote: > >> Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other >> staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he >> needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well. >> >> He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the >> campus. >> >> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that >>> was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding >>> onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been >>> difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family >>> member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either >>> way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru >>> this please >>> >>> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on >>>> campus. >>>> >>>> Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a >>>> ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the >>>> previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer >>>> attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments >>>> were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to >>>> become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. >>>> >>>> Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to >>>> prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved >>>> youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program >>>> procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. >>>> (Dom was not restrained) >>>> >>>> To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, >>>> Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to >>>> another cottage for the weekend. >>>> >>>> At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, >>>> as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information >>>> becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an >>>> update. >>>> >>>> Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. >>>> >>>> -- >>>> >>>> Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 >>>> >>>> Josiah White’s | Residential Services >>>> >>>> 260-563-1158 >>>> >>>> 260-563-1159 x2205 [image: Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] >>>> >>>> >>>> An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association >>>> >>>> The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only >>>> for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain >>>> confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, >>>> dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon >>>> this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient >>>> is prohibited. 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I am sharing this only with you because I do not believe it would be well received by Amber. I wanted to provide some additional perspective regarding the recent incidents involving Dom. In both situations, reports from staff and peers have consistently indicated that Dom played a role in instigating the conflicts. At the same time, I want to be clear that this behavior is not typical of Dom. He has generally been one of my strongest students and has historically done very well in the program. The student with whom Dom has been having difficulties has been in placement for approximately four months. Prior to yesterday's incident, he had only received consequences on two occasions, once for vaping and once for being out of bounds. He has not demonstrated a pattern of bullying or ongoing behavioral issues during his time here. My primary concern is not the physical altercations themselves, but rather Dom's refusal to acknowledge any responsibility for his role in the situations. He has maintained that he had nothing to do with either incident despite multiple accounts suggesting otherwise. Taking ownership is an important part of growth and accountability, and that is the area that concerns me most at this time. That said, I also recognize that Dom is currently dealing with a significant amount of grief and emotional pain. While his recent behavior is out of character, it does align with what we often see in youth who are struggling to process trauma, loss, and overwhelming emotions. This does not excuse his actions, but it does provide some context for why we may be seeing a side of him that has not been present previously. In many ways, his current reactions appear more consistent with someone who is hurting than with someone who is intentionally trying to create problems. I am not suggesting that the other student is entirely without fault, as I am sure words were exchanged by both parties. However, I did want to provide context that the other student has not historically been someone who causes significant issues or targets peers. I simply wanted to share this perspective as you continue evaluating the situation. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> wrote: > Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is > causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues to > poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son so at > this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would hope that > you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or something  > > [data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAAACAkQBADs=3D] > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com > [abalentine0629@gmail.com]> wrote: > > > Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him > > On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried it > > was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from anyone > > that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out there to > > let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and him > > passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just > > please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps > > “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons freedom > > it needs to stop from > > Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom will > > snap right now with everything he’s carrying  > > > > > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org > > [clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org]> wrote: > > > > > Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other > > > staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he > > > needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as > > > well. > > > > > > > > > He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the > > > campus. > > > > > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com > > > [abalentine0629@gmail.com]> wrote: > > > > > > > I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that > > > > was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding > > > > onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been > > > > difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased > > > > family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son > > > > either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him > > > > work thru this please  > > > > > > > > [data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7] > > > > > > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org > > > > [clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org]> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on > > > > > campus. > > > > > > > > > > Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a > > > > > ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the > > > > > previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer > > > > > attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, > > > > > comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused > > > > > the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. > > > > > > > > > > Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to > > > > > prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the > > > > > involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance > > > > > with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of > > > > > these interventions. 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Domomics cousins death was street related more then likely gang related so at this point I’m very worried about my son I need to know he’s ok and they are separated On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> wrote: > Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is > causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues > to poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son > so at this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would > hope that you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or > something > > On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him >> On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried >> it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from >> anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out >> there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and >> him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just >> please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps >> “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons >> freedom it needs to stop from >> Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom >> will snap right now with everything he’s carrying >> >> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let >>> other staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the >>> support he needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to >>> him as well. >>> >>> He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the >>> campus. >>> >>> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine < >>> abalentine0629@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that >>>> was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding >>>> onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been >>>> difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family >>>> member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either >>>> way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru >>>> this please >>>> >>>> On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson < >>>> clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> wrote: >>>> >>>>> I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on >>>>> campus. >>>>> >>>>> Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a >>>>> ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the >>>>> previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer >>>>> attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments >>>>> were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to >>>>> become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. >>>>> >>>>> Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to >>>>> prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved >>>>> youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program >>>>> procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. >>>>> (Dom was not restrained) >>>>> >>>>> To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, >>>>> Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to >>>>> another cottage for the weekend. >>>>> >>>>> At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, >>>>> as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information >>>>> becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an >>>>> update. >>>>> >>>>> Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> >>>>> Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 >>>>> >>>>> Josiah White’s | Residential Services >>>>> >>>>> 260-563-1158 >>>>> >>>>> 260-563-1159 x2205 [image: Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association >>>>> >>>>> The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only >>>>> for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain >>>>> confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, >>>>> dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon >>>>> this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient >>>>> is prohibited. 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Thank you for the clarification and insight. This is helpful. Is the other student from Elkhart? Thank you, Brandy Tibbs Juvenile Placement Officer Elkhart County Juvenile Probation Department 1905 Reliance Road     Goshen, IN 46526 Main Office: (574) 538-3000 Phone: (574) 538-3681 btibbs@elkhartcounty.com ________________________________ From: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2026 3:39 PM To: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Subject: Re: Another Incident Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization. I am sharing this only with you because I do not believe it would be well received by Amber. I wanted to provide some additional perspective regarding the recent incidents involving Dom. In both situations, reports from staff and peers have consistently indicated that Dom played a role in instigating the conflicts. At the same time, I want to be clear that this behavior is not typical of Dom. He has generally been one of my strongest students and has historically done very well in the program. The student with whom Dom has been having difficulties has been in placement for approximately four months. Prior to yesterday's incident, he had only received consequences on two occasions, once for vaping and once for being out of bounds. He has not demonstrated a pattern of bullying or ongoing behavioral issues during his time here. My primary concern is not the physical altercations themselves, but rather Dom's refusal to acknowledge any responsibility for his role in the situations. He has maintained that he had nothing to do with either incident despite multiple accounts suggesting otherwise. Taking ownership is an important part of growth and accountability, and that is the area that concerns me most at this time. That said, I also recognize that Dom is currently dealing with a significant amount of grief and emotional pain. While his recent behavior is out of character, it does align with what we often see in youth who are struggling to process trauma, loss, and overwhelming emotions. This does not excuse his actions, but it does provide some context for why we may be seeing a side of him that has not been present previously. In many ways, his current reactions appear more consistent with someone who is hurting than with someone who is intentionally trying to create problems. I am not suggesting that the other student is entirely without fault, as I am sure words were exchanged by both parties. However, I did want to provide context that the other student has not historically been someone who causes significant issues or targets peers. I simply wanted to share this perspective as you continue evaluating the situation. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues to poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son so at this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would hope that you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or something [https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/NSTGCR8moBUGr9kT9fnc1r5e6?domain=outlook.office.com] On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons freedom it needs to stop from Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom will snap right now with everything he’s carrying On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well. He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the campus. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru this please On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on campus. Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. (Dom was not restrained) To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another cottage for the weekend. 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No he is from either Pulaski or Ripley I can’t recall right off top of my head. Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Josiah White’s | Residential Services 260-563-1158 x2205 ________________________________ From: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Sent: Monday, June 1, 2026 10:52:18 AM To: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Subject: Re: Another Incident Thank you for the clarification and insight. This is helpful. Is the other student from Elkhart? Thank you, Brandy Tibbs Juvenile Placement Officer Elkhart County Juvenile Probation Department 1905 Reliance Road     Goshen, IN 46526 Main Office: (574) 538-3000 Phone: (574) 538-3681 btibbs@elkhartcounty.com ________________________________ From: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2026 3:39 PM To: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Subject: Re: Another Incident Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization. I am sharing this only with you because I do not believe it would be well received by Amber. I wanted to provide some additional perspective regarding the recent incidents involving Dom. In both situations, reports from staff and peers have consistently indicated that Dom played a role in instigating the conflicts. At the same time, I want to be clear that this behavior is not typical of Dom. He has generally been one of my strongest students and has historically done very well in the program. The student with whom Dom has been having difficulties has been in placement for approximately four months. Prior to yesterday's incident, he had only received consequences on two occasions, once for vaping and once for being out of bounds. He has not demonstrated a pattern of bullying or ongoing behavioral issues during his time here. My primary concern is not the physical altercations themselves, but rather Dom's refusal to acknowledge any responsibility for his role in the situations. He has maintained that he had nothing to do with either incident despite multiple accounts suggesting otherwise. Taking ownership is an important part of growth and accountability, and that is the area that concerns me most at this time. That said, I also recognize that Dom is currently dealing with a significant amount of grief and emotional pain. While his recent behavior is out of character, it does align with what we often see in youth who are struggling to process trauma, loss, and overwhelming emotions. This does not excuse his actions, but it does provide some context for why we may be seeing a side of him that has not been present previously. In many ways, his current reactions appear more consistent with someone who is hurting than with someone who is intentionally trying to create problems. I am not suggesting that the other student is entirely without fault, as I am sure words were exchanged by both parties. However, I did want to provide context that the other student has not historically been someone who causes significant issues or targets peers. I simply wanted to share this perspective as you continue evaluating the situation. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues to poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son so at this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would hope that you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or something [https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAkALgAAAAAAHYQDEapmEc2byACqAC%2FEWg0Aj1Ed%2F7XK0kSlkI9K0xKq0wACnJ%2FwxwAA?nativeVersion=1.2026.512.400] On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons freedom it needs to stop from Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom will snap right now with everything he’s carrying On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well. He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the campus. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru this please On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on campus. Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. (Dom was not restrained) To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another cottage for the weekend. 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OK thank you Thank you, Brandy Tibbs Juvenile Placement Officer Elkhart County Juvenile Probation Department 1905 Reliance Road     Goshen, IN 46526 Main Office: (574) 538-3000 Phone: (574) 538-3681 btibbs@elkhartcounty.com ________________________________ From: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Sent: Monday, June 1, 2026 11:55 AM To: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Subject: Re: Another Incident Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization. No he is from either Pulaski or Ripley I can’t recall right off top of my head. Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Josiah White’s | Residential Services 260-563-1158 x2205 ________________________________ From: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Sent: Monday, June 1, 2026 10:52:18 AM To: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Subject: Re: Another Incident Thank you for the clarification and insight. This is helpful. Is the other student from Elkhart? Thank you, Brandy Tibbs Juvenile Placement Officer Elkhart County Juvenile Probation Department 1905 Reliance Road     Goshen, IN 46526 Main Office: (574) 538-3000 Phone: (574) 538-3681 btibbs@elkhartcounty.com ________________________________ From: Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org> Sent: Friday, May 29, 2026 3:39 PM To: Brandy Tibbs <BTibbs@elkhartcounty.com> Subject: Re: Another Incident Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization. I am sharing this only with you because I do not believe it would be well received by Amber. I wanted to provide some additional perspective regarding the recent incidents involving Dom. In both situations, reports from staff and peers have consistently indicated that Dom played a role in instigating the conflicts. At the same time, I want to be clear that this behavior is not typical of Dom. He has generally been one of my strongest students and has historically done very well in the program. The student with whom Dom has been having difficulties has been in placement for approximately four months. Prior to yesterday's incident, he had only received consequences on two occasions, once for vaping and once for being out of bounds. He has not demonstrated a pattern of bullying or ongoing behavioral issues during his time here. My primary concern is not the physical altercations themselves, but rather Dom's refusal to acknowledge any responsibility for his role in the situations. He has maintained that he had nothing to do with either incident despite multiple accounts suggesting otherwise. Taking ownership is an important part of growth and accountability, and that is the area that concerns me most at this time. That said, I also recognize that Dom is currently dealing with a significant amount of grief and emotional pain. While his recent behavior is out of character, it does align with what we often see in youth who are struggling to process trauma, loss, and overwhelming emotions. This does not excuse his actions, but it does provide some context for why we may be seeing a side of him that has not been present previously. In many ways, his current reactions appear more consistent with someone who is hurting than with someone who is intentionally trying to create problems. I am not suggesting that the other student is entirely without fault, as I am sure words were exchanged by both parties. However, I did want to provide context that the other student has not historically been someone who causes significant issues or targets peers. I simply wanted to share this perspective as you continue evaluating the situation. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:18 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Can we separate dom from the kid who made the comment or the kid that is causing an issue for dom? Please they need to be separated if he continues to poke at dom dom is going to snap and I dont think that is fair to my son so at this point I’m concerned for my sons safety around the kid and would hope that you guys could possibly switch them into different cottages or something [https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/JL8jC7DmLJCzzL4C8f5co5lok?domain=outlook.office.com] On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: Yes please because dom has been doing so well hearing him On the phone and yesterday we talked on the phone he said he was worried it was going to effect how far he has come I told him to stay away from anyone that may make him react but yes the funeral is today I called out there to let staff know when the family found out about the shooting and him passing…dom knew the funeral was today hea gonna need everyone to just please leave him be right now by the way it sounds to me is someone keeps “poking the bear” with dom and I cannot have that jeopardize my sons freedom it needs to stop from Both sides if ita my son or the next kid I just need it to stop cus dom will snap right now with everything he’s carrying On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: Thank you for this information, he has not mentioned it, I will let other staff know so they can be aware of it and provide him with the support he needs. I will also let his therapist know who may reach out to him as well. He is separated into another cottage at the complete other end of the campus. On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM Amber Balentine <abalentine0629@gmail.com<mailto:abalentine0629@gmail.com>> wrote: I appreciate the updates today is the funeral for Dominic’s cousin that was just recently killed shot in the head so I’m sure my son is holding onto a lot of emotions right now and being away from his family has been difficult on him and us I’m not sure if the comment about a deceased family member was from my son I hope to god not or was it made to my son either way can we just separate dom right now from anyone and let him work thru this please On Fri, May 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM Clint Wilson <clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org<mailto:clint.wilson@whitesrfs.org>> wrote: I wanted to notify you of an incident involving Dom that occurred on campus. Based on information provided by on-duty staff, Dom was involved in a ver altercation with a peer related to the incident that occurred the previous day. The two were arguing back and forth when another peer attempted to help de-escalate the situation. During the exchange, comments were made regarding that peer's deceased cousin, which caused the peer to become emotionally escalated and attempt to confront Dom. Staff were already intervening and positioned between the students to prevent physical contact. Due to the level of escalation among the involved youth, restraints were utilized on two peers in accordance with program procedures. No injuries were reported as a result of these interventions. (Dom was not restrained) To provide separation and reduce the likelihood of further conflict, Dom was removed from the area by RTS staff and temporarily relocated to another cottage for the weekend. At this time, this information is based on reports from on-duty staff, as I have not yet reviewed the video footage. If additional information becomes available that differs from this narrative, I will provide an update. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. -- Clint Wilson, MA, MSW, LSW | Residential Supervisor Cottage 10 Josiah White’s | Residential Services 260-563-1158 260-563-1159 x2205 [Whites-logo-full-color@2x.png] [https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/JL8jC7DmLJCzzL4C8f5co5lok?domain=outlook.office.com] An accredited agency of the Teaching Family Association [X] The information transmitted, including attachments, is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, re-transmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited. 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