I never imagined that I would find myself in a situation lasting nearly six months, grappling with ongoing challenges to halt antisemitic propaganda, policy violations, and inappropriate, troubling, and outright dangerous posts from a teacher within the district.
On top of this, I must continually prove that my only intention is to protect my child from antisemitic behavior perpetuated by the district teacher and Muslim Student Association (MSA) club he advises. This is the very reason my parents came to America—to shield me from such hatred.
It is disheartening and heartbreaking to witness the administration’s inaction from the outset and to endure the ongoing, deafening silence from the majority of the Board. This issue, which began as a clear violation of policies, has only worsened over time, and my concerns have been met with an alarming lack of response.
There is an old Jewish saying: “The antisemite does not accuse the Jew of stealing because he thinks he stole something. He does it because he enjoys watching the Jew turn out his pockets to prove his innocence.” I have had to continually prove that my intentions are pure, driven solely by the concerns of a parent for my child. I have provided highlighted evidence of policy violations, proof that an AIM truck was not hired despite accusations, and even shared my personal life story to demonstrate that there is no animosity towards anyone, especially based on their religion.
I would never believe that I, who was born and grew up in a majority Muslim country, would ever be accused of being Islamophobic. I never thought I would have to hear the thousand-year-old libel of being “financially enabled” and be labeled as part of “a hate group,” accused of “Islamophobic attacks” and “scapegoating a Muslim teacher” simply because I dared to voice my valid concerns due to teacher’s openly antisemitic, anti-Israel, and anti-Zionist behavior.
Despite presenting evidence of policy breaches, the inappropriate behavior of the teacher, and my personal story, I have seen no meaningful action or change.
I implore you to hear my voice not just as a constituent but as a mother deeply concerned for the well-being of her child. The silence and lack of action on this matter must end. It is time for the administration and the Board to address these issues with the seriousness they deserve and to take decisive steps to rectify the situation once and for all!
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