Private school cancels Autism Week after pastor calls it 'demonic'

The transcript discusses the controversy surrounding Pastor Matt Baker's decision to cancel Autism Awareness Week at Trinity Christian Academy. A parent, Andrea Gallic, expresses her outrage and emotional distress over the pastor's email, which she finds offensive and misinterpreted. The pastor defends his decision by aligning it with a Christian worldview, stating that activities should not exalt anything above Christ. The community is divided, with some supporting the pastor's view and others, like Gallic, feeling misunderstood. Additionally, a teacher's aide was fired for sharing the email on social media.

What was Andrea Gallic's reaction to the cancellation of Autism Awareness Week?

• She was unaware of the decision.

• She was supportive of the decision.

• She was indifferent to the decision.

• She was distressed and decided to pull her kids out of the school.

What reason did Pastor Matt Baker give for canceling Autism Awareness Week?

• He believed it was not aligned with the teachings of Christ.

• He thought it was too expensive to organize.

• He wanted to replace it with another event.

• He felt it was unnecessary.

How did Andrea Gallic feel about the pastor's interpretation of the Bible?

• She did not read the email.

• She was unsure about his interpretation.

• She found it offensive and disagreed with it.

• She agreed with his interpretation.

What changes did the school make to align with their Christian worldview?

• They revised Christmas and Easter activities.

• They canceled all school events.

• They increased tuition fees.

• They introduced new sports programs.

What happened to the teacher's aide who shared the email on social media?

• She was fired for a hostile work history.

• She was given a warning.

• She was transferred to another school.

• She was promoted.