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'While we do not discuss employee related matters, we can tell you that showing respect and honor for our nation's flag is a value that we instill in our students and an expectation of our employees. 'We are aware of this incident and are investigating,' a public relations officer for the district, Annette Franco, told the outlet. The Newport Mesa School District told Fox News that the situation is being investigated. Teacher mocks the American Flag and suggests to students they can say the Pledge of Allegiance to the pride flag: - Libs of Tik Tok of Tik Tok)įox News has identified the teacher in the viral video as Kristin Pitzen, who reportedly teaches in the Newport Mesa School District in Orange County, California.
