Classroom

Federal Judge Blocks Florida Law, Protecting Transgender Teacher’s Pronouns in the Classroom

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A federal judge in Tallahassee has issued a preliminary injunction blocking Florida from enforcing a law that requires a transgender teacher to use pronouns that align with her sex assigned at birth. The judge ruled that the law violated the teacher’s First Amendment rights. The 2023 law restricts the use of personal pronouns and titles by educators in schools. Violations of the law can result in teachers losing their certifications and hefty financial penalties for school districts. The law is one of several measures supported by the Republican-controlled Legislature and Governor Ron … Read more

Alabama Advances Legislation to Restrict Classroom Discussions on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Public Schools

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Montgomery, Alabama – Alabama state lawmakers have made a move to expand legislation that would restrict discussions and instruction related to gender identity or sexual orientation in public schools. The existing law, which currently applies through 5th grade, would now extend its reach through 12th grade. The House Education Policy Committee has advanced the legislation, which now awaits a full vote in the Alabama House of Representatives. The proposed legislation aims to tighten the language of the current law by removing the provision that allows such discussions to take place in a manner that is … Read more

Family of Injured Student Files Lawsuit Against Albuquerque Public Schools After Shocking Sword Fight Incident in High School Classroom

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In an unexpected turn of events at Volcano Vista High School, a disturbing incident unfolded in a classroom when students were seen engaged in a sword fight. Disturbing footage of the incident was obtained by KOAT, revealing one student’s serious injury. As a result, the student’s family has filed a lawsuit against the school district. According to Jessica Hernandez, the student’s attorney, the incident occurred in May 2022. The video footage shows the teacher, casually leaning against a podium, observing her students wielding the weapons in combat. Hernandez expressed the family’s disbelief, … Read more

Out of Control: Teacher Organizes Classroom Sword Fights Resulting in Student Hospitalization, Sparks Lawsuit

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Atlanta, Georgia – A teacher from Georgia is facing a lawsuit after allegedly hosting sword fights during class, resulting in a student being sent to the hospital with injuries. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of students in the classroom and the responsibility of educators to ensure their well-being. The lawsuit claims that the teacher organized sword fights as part of a “medieval day” activity in their high school classroom. According to the complaint, the fights involved the use of real swords and resulted in one student being bloodied and sustaining injuries. Parents … Read more