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Teacher Fired After Video Shows Black Doll With Cord Around Neck in Class

Teacher Fired After Video Shows Black Doll With Cord Around Neck in Class

Summary

A Florida art teacher was fired after a video showed her hanging a Black doll by the neck with a charger cord in a classroom. School officials responded quickly, condemning the act and providing support to students affected by the incident.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened at Barrington Middle School in Lithia, Florida.
  • The teacher involved was Karen Savage, an art teacher.
  • A student recorded the video showing the doll being hung by a cord around its neck.
  • The teacher said she did it "to get their attention," according to the student’s mother.
  • The school district fired Savage and reported the matter to state education authorities for further action.
  • School leaders said this behavior is unacceptable and does not represent their values.
  • Counselors are available to support students who were upset by the incident.
  • The student who recorded the video said the teacher tried to stop him from speaking about what happened after class.
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