September 15, 2009
Natalie Jacobs
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Five-year-old voted out of kindergarten!

In a “Survivor-like” vote about his disruptive behavior at school, it was a 14 to 2 vote against Alex Barton.  Allegedly, Alex was made to stand in front of his kindergarten class and listen to his classmates at Morningside Elementary School in Florida criticize him.

He was told that he was disgusting, annoying, lies on the floor, eats crayons, and more. He was voted out of his class and didn’t return the next day. He finished the school year through homeschooling.

Alex Barton

Alex is diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism. In August, 2009, his mother filed a lawsuit against the school, his teacher, principal and others. She is claiming that the school neglected his rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act and caused Alex emotional distress. His teacher was suspended for one year.

To learn more about the Americans with Disabilities Act, see:   http://askthejudge.info/disabled-student-rights/49/

Natalie Jacobs

The Author Natalie Jacobs

Natalie is the co-author of 'Every Vote Matters: the Power of Your Voice, from Student Elections to the Supreme Court' (Free Spirit Publishing), which she wrote with her father Judge Tom. Prior to joining the AsktheJudge.info team, Natalie worked as a criminal defense attorney. She is passionate about helping youth find their voice and becoming engaged members of their community. She also volunteers for a case involving climate change litigation.

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  • julie
    September 15, 2009 9:03 pm count( 0 )

    how terrible! all here agree that this teacher should not be allowed to teach again.