Petocz also released a statement, claiming that school administrators suspended him for organizing the protest at FPCHS even though the school had given approval for the rallies.
Petocz’s post said he encouraged his classmates not to surrender their pride flags when administrators and staff attempted to confiscate them, and that following the rally, he was informed that he was suspended “indefinitely.”
“Student leaders were told “no flags” prior to and at the beginning of the event so as to avoid undue safety concerns and campus disruptions,” Wheeler said in the statement. District administrators worked this week with the principals at both high schools to establish a plan of action to allow for the student protest, while not disrupting other students who prefer to not take part. Additionally, they must take into account the safety of those students who do participate.
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