Georgia
The Dalton (Ga.) Public Schools recently took instructions from FFRF on how to remain neutral toward religion after a teacher promoted a Christian athletic club to district parents.
A concerned DPS parent reported that on Sept. 3, they received a text message from a teacher at Hammond Creek Middle School promoting the Fellowship of Christian Athletes club. The text stated that the FCA meeting would be before school, and that snacks, games and devotional would take place.
“We ask that DPS investigate this matter and ensure that its schools and employees comply with the Constitution’s First Amendment and the [Equal Access Act],” FFRF Staff Attorney Sammi Lawrence wrote to the district’s legal representative Cory O. Kirby.
Kirby responded after receiving FFRF’s letter. “The superintendent intends to meet with all administrators, including middle school administrators, no later than Oct. 1, 2024, to discuss issues related to the First Amendment, including Establishment and Free Exercise Clause,” he wrote. “The district is confident that all of its schools make good faith efforts to fully comply with the requirements of the Constitution and protect the rights of all parties.”
