Girl Kicked Out Of School For Wearing Muslim Scarf (Kicked out of Catholic School)

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[boxerblues]

Girl Kicked Out Of School For Wearing Muslim Scarf Thu Aug 28, 6:33 PM ET

A local teen was about to enter her senior year at South Euclid's Regina Catholic High School but she got kicked out because of her Muslim headscarf.

NewsChannel5's Joe Pagonakis reported that Amal Jamal, 17, was told that wearing the headpiece to class is in direct violation of the uniform dress code.

The school dress code specifically states that students are not allowed to wear hats, head wraps or bandannas. School officials said they would not make an exception for the teen.

So far, the student and the school have not been able to reach a compromise.

Amal's family has made no official comment on the situation, but has hired an attorney.

Many people think the school should re-examine the situation.

A similar incident occurred recently at Gilmour Academy in Gates Mills, Ohio. There was a big debate over whether a boy could wear a turban to class, but the school ended up allowing him to do so.

Regina officials have not yet release an official response.

Because Regina is a private school, it can lawfully enforce any dress code it wants to, NewsChannel5 reported.

[boxerblues]

Sorry to say that is the truth anymore...the majority has to give in to the few.

[dennisw]

What part of "Catholic High School" did her parents not understand?! ...................

I should enroll my child in Catholic school and have her wear a star of David necklace until she gets the boot. Then I can sue and get on Muhammed's money for nothing gravy train

[boxerblues]

The school was not denying her the right to practice your religion, they even gave her a room to pray in. What they do want is for her to follow the dress code. Catholic school have always allowed those from other religions to attend and practice their faith.

[dennisw]

Thanks for info. I would guesstimate there will be a lawsuit. And from your FR home page...May God protect your loved ones who are serving.

[boxerblues]

This is being followed by the local news media. I'll post any updates as I find them. Hopefully the school will not change for this girl, post #92 has a better article than the first.

I'll pass on the thanks to my sons I know the appreciate everyones thoughts and prayers.

[Shandon Belle]

Thanks for the website address. This girl and her family have some plans for Catholic bashing and attorneys. I attended parachial schools and can remember some of the girls uniforms being above the knee were told to have their moms take down the hems. Catholic schools have a dress code...she should be expelled. I'm glad the school is not caving into any pressure. This stuff is getting nutty to say the least!

[Ben Bolt]

Correct . This is simply a case of social engineering to fit another special interest group .

[b4its2late]

Methinks it is to stir up trouble!

Methinks you're correct!

[Cindy]

FYI Links of Interest:

ISLAM Online.net - Ask The Scholar - Title: "MUSLIMS AND CO-EDUCATION" (October 13, 2003)
http://www.islamonline.net/fatwaapplication/english/display.asp?hFatwaID=106110

ISLAM Online.net - Live Dialogue: "ISLAMIC SCHOOLING & PARENTING IN THE WEST: (October 13, 2003)
http://www.islamonline.net/livedialogue/english/browse.asp?hGuestID=UwkSK9

ISLAM Online.net - FATWA APPLICATION - ASK THE SCHOLAR
http://www.islamonline.net/fatwaapplication/english/browse.asp