[Missus]

My copy is defective, too. No church/state separation mentioned anywhere.

And, to clarify: Paganism is a made-up amalgamation of new-agey philosophies and nature worship. It does not have a "centuries old tradition." It's the ultimate no-hassle school of thought.

According to the article, only 1300 of the 3000 kids attended; how does she feel "persecuted" when over half of the students Didn't Go? It's not like 2999 kids went, and she didn't... over half did not go on the field trip, just like she didn't.

I'm rather wondering just what sort of snotty comments she's made to invite the persecution of her peers? Still, kudos to the teacher who defended her from bullies; bullying is never appropriate, though it happen routinely in the "Lord of The Flies Jr. High" settings.

Regards,

[I still care]

Good catch. This student should not be bullied because of her religion, but kids are mean and taunt all the time about anything, from the color of your socks to the type of juice in your lunchbox. A pagan would stand out in this area like a neon light. It has nothing to do with the crusade, especially when over half the students didn't.

[MEGoody]

"According to the article, only 1300 of the 3000 kids attended; how does she feel "persecuted" when over half of the students Didn't Go?"

Excellent point. Sounds like just another example of leftist whining.