Last month, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier publicly accused a Pine View history teacher of labeling a student a “misogynist” over his political views, saying she should be fired if the allegation was true.
By the beginning of October, Sarasota County Schools had announced it was investigating the teacher, Liz Ballard, over the allegations.
Now, the Department of Education is pursuing disciplinary action against Ballard, alleging she discriminated against a student because of his political views, among other misconduct. The agency alleges she violated state policy and law — and has recommended “sanctions” against her that could range from a letter of reprimand to stripping her of her license…