NEW ZEALAND
RNZ
June 11, 2020
Marist College students are accusing their school of racism after they say staff took down Black Lives Matter posters they had put up.
At least one student took her allegations to the board. It met last night, and in a statement said there would be a formal investigation into the concerns raised, and the Catholic diocese would also mediate between the school and students.
The principal has not specifically responded to Checkpoint’s requests for an interview. The Auckland Catholic Diocese has also been approached for comment.
Its Vicar of Education, Catherine Ryan, said they wished to support the students and staff in resolving the current issues.
She said until they have had the opportunity to listen to the concerns raised it was not appropriate for her to comment.
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