February 12 2024- A high school principal in Brooklyn, Jodie Cohen, faced criticism from parents over her decision to move students to remote learning the day after 2,000 migrants temporarily occupied the school building due to a rainstorm. In a Zoom call, Cohen vehemently defended her decision, expressing frustration at accusations that she doesn’t care about students. She emphasized that the remote learning move was a one-night emergency measure due to uncertainty about the building’s readiness after the migrants’ evacuation. The principal defended her actions, addressing parents who criticized her for allegedly compromising the students’ education.
NYC HS principal lashes out at parents who bashed decision to force students to go remote as migrants sheltered at school
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