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Jury Awards Teacher $125,000 After Pennsylvania School District Wrongfully Suspends Him Post-Capitol Riot Rally Attendance

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ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A federal jury recently awarded $125,000 in damages to a Pennsylvania teacher, finding that the Allentown School District infringed upon his constitutional rights by inaccurately associating him with the violent events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The ruling highlights concerns around personal freedoms and the consequences of misinformation. The controversy began when Jason Moorehead, a teacher in the district, attended former President Donald Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rally. Moorehead asserted that he was no closer than a mile away from the Capitol during the turmoil. Despite this, the aftermath … Read more

Manhasset School Board Seeks Judicial Reversal on Ruling to Retain Controversial Teacher

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In Manhasset, New York, the local school board is pushing back against a decision that has allowed a teacher facing dismissal to remain in the classroom. The board has approached the judiciary to appeal the ruling, underlining their concerns about the educator’s conduct and its potential impact on the school environment. The controversy stems from several incidents that the board deemed serious enough to warrant termination. However, the teacher, who has not been publicly named to protect privacy, received a reprieve following an intervention by a review committee, which concluded that dismissal was too severe … Read more

Former Hackensack Teacher Sues, Alleging She Lost Job Due to Pregnancy

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Hackensack, NJ — A former Hackensack High School teacher claims she was terminated from her position due to her pregnancy, sparking a legal battle that highlights ongoing concerns around workplace discrimination. The teacher, who dedicated several years to educating students in business studies, filed a lawsuit in Bergen County Superior Court, alleging that her dismissal was not only unjust but also a direct violation of her rights. According to the lawsuit, the teacher informed the school administration of her pregnancy in early 2019, a disclosure that was initially met with congratulatory remarks. However, the complaint … Read more

Hillsborough Commission Clashes With School Board Over Blocked Teacher Pay Tax Measure

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TAMPA, Fla. — A legal battle is unfolding in Hillsborough County as the Board of County Commissioners fires back in court against the School Board over the exclusion of a proposed tax increase from November’s ballot. This measure, intended to boost teacher salaries, is at the center of a contentious lawsuit filed by the school board. The controversy began when the county commission prevented the school board’s proposed tax from being voted on this fall. This tax aimed to raise $177 million annually by increasing property taxes by $1 for every $1,000 of assessed value, … Read more