Student put in In-school Suspension for wearing Obama Tshirt
Based on the conversation with Dr. Mallard of Indian Creek Middle School in Covington, GA 30014, that forbade any student from wearing political clothing, or buttons on Wednesday, November 5, 2008, th... continue reading »
"Is first ammendment of the United States Constitution...for all (or just some) people."
"our ancestors blood has been sacraficed for this day. rejoice and be glad. brighter days are ahead for everyone in america. we are regaining the worlds respect. don't be so shallow"
"This is ridiculous. You know that this would not have been a problem if McCain won!"
"My prayers are with you. I am shocked that the principal turned the election into a black vs. white thing. I didn't see it that way. I feel blessed to see an african american president with my own eyes."
"Wow! Principal, as an educator myself, I have to say you really missed out on a teachable moment. I'm so sad for those kids who could have really gained from such an experience."
"Teach and NOT temper. This is the perfect historical teachable moment to teach tolerance and diversity. This is the oppty for the schools to positively impact the hearts and minds of the future (the children), instead of fostering the divisive legacy of r"
"unacceptable"
"Rene Mallard: You can imagine what stress your obviously colorist one-sided anti-First Amendment Free Speech Abrogation decision has caused our concerned communities up North here. For the sake of the students AND your Administration - please introduce th"
"The actions of this principal reflect the blatant ignorance of far too many people. We live in a pluralistic society and our students should be taught to honor and respect all people. The entire Newton county school system is in dire need of sensitivity t"
"This "educator's" behavior is unacceptable and her"
"This was certainly a teaching moment missed. Even if the premise that there might be agitation was borne out (and it wasn't) it would still be a teaching moment."