Religious conversion attempts ended in Georgia (November 2, 2022)

FFRF took action against frequent unconstitutional religious proselytization at Richards Middle School in Suwanee, Ga.

A concerned resident of Gwinnett County contacted FFRF in regard to a teacher abusing their position to attempt to convert students to their personal religion.

ā€œ[The teacher] cannot be allowed to lead or participate in any religious clubs in the district, and must immediately cease [their] efforts to convert students,ā€ FFRF Staff Attorney Chris Line wrote in a letter to Superintendent Calvin Watts.

FFRF received a written response from the law offices of Thompson, Sweeny, Kinsinger & Pereira P.C., representing the Gwinnett County Board of Education and Gwinnett County School District. The law offices confirmed that action had been taken, stating, ā€œMy client investigated the allegations and took corrective action to ensure compliance with Gwinnett County Board of Education policy, applicable federal statutes, and constitutional principles.ā€

 

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