The spotlight has turned on the Green Bay East High School football program this week after school officials issued a stern warning to head coach Niko Sila: resign within seven days or face termination.
The action follows an internal investigation into serious allegations involving his interactions with students. WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay
What’s Going On With Football Coach Niko Sila
On Thursday, the Green Bay Area Public School District formally told Coach Sila he must choose between resigning or being fired. He had already been placed on administrative leave two weeks earlier. WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay
The full statement from the district referred to an array of concerns:
- Violations of professional policy when interacting with students.
- Allegations of undermining school staff and administration.
- A stated violation of a no-contact order with East High students during the investigation.
The district confirmed it has “an incomplete accounting of the allegations” shared publicly by Sila and his representatives.
Student & Community Response
Despite the serious allegations, Coach Sila has continued to receive vocal support from some players, parents and community members. A petition seeking his reinstatement had gathered more than 2,000 signatures at the time of reporting.
One parent-supporter, Stephanie Ortiz, observed:
“The message that the district is sending right now is ‘We don’t care about our students.’” Ortiz said she and Sila expected the recent meeting to be an update on the investigation — instead they received the termination ultimatum.
What’s Next for the School District
If Sila chooses not to resign, the Board of Education is scheduled to vote on his termination at their next meeting.
The district noted that a full public report on the investigation and findings will be made available at a later date, though no timeline was given.
Why This Matters
- Coaches hold positions of trust and influence with students — when allegations involve improper interactions or contact, the stakes are high for the school’s reputation and student safety.
- The situation highlights how school leadership must respond publicly and transparently when investigations intersect with athletics and student-athlete relationships.
- For the football program at East High, this disruption could impact team morale, recruitment (within the school), and community support going forward.
