Overview
- The Buer primary and secondary school told families that head coverings were banned indoors and that exceptions, including headscarves, required an application.
- After the letter drew criticism, the Regional School Authority contacted the city of Melle and the school and pointed to the legal framework.
- The school withdrew the requirement and sent a new letter to parents confirming the change.
- The education ministry reiterated that pupils and teachers may wear headscarves in state schools under Article 4 of the Basic Law.
- Insulting graffiti targeting the headmistress is under police investigation, and the school authority is arranging cleanup.