Controversial Flyer Shared by Assistant Principal about Ramadan

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
A New Jersey school district apologizes after an assistant high school principal shared a flyer with anti-Semitic undertones while informing staff about Ramadan. Backlash was swift, and the superintendent issued a written apology.

Key Points

  • Flyer with anti-Semitic undertones shared by assistant principal
  • Superintendent issued apology and committed to better vetting of resources
  • Principal of the school also facing legal issues

Pros

  • Swift backlash from the community
  • Superintendent issued a written apology

Cons

  • Inflammatory language used in the flyer
  • Damage to the school district's inclusion efforts