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Teacher Faces Scrutiny Over Religious Practices in Class

9/20/2025

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Marisol Arroyo Castro, a middle school teacher in New Britain, faces scrutiny over her religious practices in class.
She has been on administrative leave since December 2024 due to complaints about a cross displayed in her classroom.
Superintendent Dr. Tony Gasper stated her actions breached the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility.
Students reported inappropriate religious comments made by Castro during reprimands.
A lawsuit is pending in the District Court of Connecticut regarding her case.

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Marisol Arroyo Castro, a middle school teacher in New Britain, faces scrutiny over her religious practices in class.
She has been on administrative leave since December 2024 due to complaints about a cross displayed in her classroom.
Superintendent Dr. Tony Gasper stated her actions breached the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility.
Students reported inappropriate religious comments made by Castro during reprimands.
A lawsuit is pending in the District Court of Connecticut regarding her case.