Rural Fury over Arabic Script in World Cultures Module forces closing of Augusta, Va. Schools

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“VA’s Augusta County School District shut down over security concerns posed by parents who were angry about an Arabic calligraphy lesson. Officials didn’t mention a specific threat, but said that the “tone and content” of messages pouring in from the community and beyond was cause for extra caution.”

AJ+: “Anger Over Arabic Calligraphy Lesson Closes VA Schools”