Teacher Accused Of Forcibly Removing 2nd Grader's Hijab In Class

CBS New York

October 9, 2021

A school district in Essex County is investigating an allegation of discrimination by a teacher against a Muslim second grader.

CBS2’s Meg Baker spoke with the girl’s mother.

“I try to teach them modesty and teach them what God wants us to do and what is our purpose here,” said Cassandra Wyatt.

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