Mother of Trans Athlete Criticizes Broward Schools' Handling of Investigation

Jessica Norton speaks out, detailing mistreatment and prolonged uncertainty after her daughter was barred from playing volleyball under Florida's sports law.

• Jessica Norton faces termination for allowing her transgender daughter to play on a girls' volleyball team.
• The investigation began after an anonymous tip about her daughter's participation in the sport.
• Norton describes the investigation as having caused severe emotional distress to her family.
• Despite a committee recommending a 10-day suspension, district officials are pushing for Norton's dismissal.
• Norton's daughter has since left traditional school and enrolled in virtual classes.

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