Michigan School Counselor Called Muslim Student 'Terrorist', Federal Investigation Confirms
Ann Arbor school district agrees to new measures to address harassment following U.S. Education Department probe.
- The U.S. Education Department confirmed a counselor at Tappan Middle School referred to a Muslim student as a 'terrorist' in November 2023.
- The Ann Arbor school district will survey students, families, and staff about harassment based on race or national origin.
- The district is required to develop an action plan to address any concerns arising from the survey.
- The incident occurred amid heightened tensions following the October 2023 Israel-Hamas war.
- The school district will also provide training on preventing discrimination and harassment to its community.