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Parents Sue Palo Alto Schools Over Mosque Trip Religious Gear

8/26/2026

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Parents of Jewish, Hindu and Zoroastrian children sued Palo Alto School District and principal Brent Kline over a mosque trip.
The complaint alleges minors received Qurans, Muslim attire and were urged to wear hijabs.
Activities included observing Dhuhr prayer, discussing worship and meeting Noor Hifz Academy youth.
Attorney David Rosenberg-Wohl represents the families.
FIRE Vice President Adam Goldstein warned that forcing religious attire would breach the First Amendment.

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Story summary

Parents of Jewish, Hindu and Zoroastrian children sued Palo Alto School District and principal Brent Kline over a mosque trip.
The complaint alleges minors received Qurans, Muslim attire and were urged to wear hijabs.
Activities included observing Dhuhr prayer, discussing worship and meeting Noor Hifz Academy youth.
Attorney David Rosenberg-Wohl represents the families.
FIRE Vice President Adam Goldstein warned that forcing religious attire would breach the First Amendment.