Student sues Falmouth schools for not offering Pledge of Allegiance

21265# 20240828 01backtoschool_ OAKLAND, MAINE AUGUST 28, 2024 Dean of Students Amy Naegely holds the flag while the Atwood Elementary School students recite the pledge of allegiance during the first day of classes at the school in Oakland, Maine Wednesday August 28, 2024.(Rich Abrahamson/Morning Sentinel)" data-image-caption="Dean of Students Amy Naegely holds the American flag Wednesday while the students at Atwood Elementary School in Oakland recite the Pledge of Allegiance on the first day of classes." data-medium-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/09/33441269__20240828_15backtoschool-1726060724.jpg?w=300" data-large-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/09/33441269__20240828_15backtoschool-1726060724.jpg?w=780" />The lawsuit alleges that Falmouth School Department has not been providing Falmouth High School students an opportunity to recite the pledge in violation of state law.