Judge Dismisses Teacher’s $77M Lawsuit After She Refuses LGBTQ+ Training Requirement

A New Jersey judge dismissed a teacher’s $77 million lawsuit claiming discrimination for refusing to participate in mandatory LGBTQ+ training. The case, which sparked significant attention, highlighted the ongoing debate around educational policies and employee rights in public schools. The teacher, who has not been publicly named, argued that her refusal to take part in the training was based on personal beliefs. She contended that the policy violated her freedom of speech and religious rights. The lawsuit accused the school district of creating a hostile work environment, asserting that the training coerced staff into aligning … Read more