The teenager had to leave the classroom after it made her feel uncomfortable
A Glasgow high school pupil has described how she had to leave a classroom after her teacher used the N- word in class.
The incident came to light as teenagers from the school attended a council meeting yesterday to discuss their anti-racism work at the secondary.Explaining more about the situation when asked by a councillor, the student said that during S3 her English teacher used the word while reading a book. Describing being upset, the pupil added: "I stood up and said: 'excuse me teacher but I can't accept that' and I left the classroom."Pointing out how she has heard of additional pupils experiencing other incidents, she said: "I can't allow teachers to disrespect a coloured person inside the class."Councillor Graham Campbell, SNP, said: "I want to assure you that your voice is certainly heard today.
She and fellow students from the school's anti-racism club explained their ongoing efforts to boost equality.
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