On April 22, we learned about a case where a student was suspended because he dared not honor the “National Day of Silence.” Now we learn of another area of the country (in California… shocking, I know) where students were being suspended for not accepting their political indoctrination quietly…

An estimated 3-4,000 students in the Sacramento area chose to stay home on the Day of Silence to avoid being confronted with pro-homosexual protests. Other students concerned about the one-sided messages determined to wear clothing and distribute literature which peacefully highlighted the dangers of homosexuality. Dozens of religious students were disciplined for expressing their viewpoints at Inderkum, Rio Linda and San Juan high schools. Approximately thirty students at Rio Linda alone were sent home, suspended or given “Saturday school.”

Pacific Justice Institute leapt into action on behalf of these students, in some cases visiting campuses as students were being rounded up and suspensions were being meted out. Facing the threat of legal action, Inderkum High School and Rio Linda High School agreed to drop the suspensions and remove them from the students’ records. However, it is not clear whether the issues have been fully resolved for all students. San Juan High School has offered no response to a demand letter from PJI, and litigation may be necessary. PJI will also be monitoring other schools closely to ensure compliance.

Completely and totally reprehensible behavior for a school.

Case closed.

It’s one thing to make something voluntary, but when you take a loaded topic and make it either voluntary to participate or, as an alternative, you may shut up, you’re just asking for it. I’m glad someone stood up for these kids.

via Jacklewis.net

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