Empty classroom with desks and chairs arranged in rows.
Share this @internewscast.com

A SCHOOL nurse was reassigned after allegedly wearing a jacket labeled “ICE” on the back during “Superhero Day,” which caused outrage among parents and school officials.

The nurse worked at Northwest Elementary School in Amityville, Long Island, New York, and allegedly wore the jacket on school grounds on Wednesday.

Empty classroom with desks and chairs arranged in rows.
An elementary school nurse was reassigned after an incident involving their jacket on school groundsCredit: Getty
Back of a law enforcement officer's vest with "POLICE ICE" patch.
The nurse allegedly wore a jacket with letters that spelled ‘ICE’ during ‘Superhero Day at Northwest Elementary SchoolCredit: AP

“The Amityville Union Free School District is aware of an allegation involving a district staff member who affixed an acronym to their clothing that was perceived by some members of the school community as offensive or inappropriate in the educational setting,” stated a statement from the school district.

Upon learning about the incident, the nurse was “immediately reassigned” to a non-school environment, pending an investigation, according to the statement.

“Our top priority is to ensure that our schools remain safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for all students and families.”

The statement didn’t explicitly say what acronym was on the nurse’s clothing; however, the Amityville Teachers‘ Association president, Nakia Wolfe, confirmed to Newsday that the letters spelled out “ICE.”

Wolfe told the outlet that the employee was a nurse at the elementary school and the incident happened on the same day as a moving-up ceremony for the kindergartners.

The nurse’s name wasn’t given, but Wolfe did condemn their behavior, saying it has no place at the school.

“Why would you come into a setting of learning to make any type of political stance like that?” Wolfe said.

“It’s just completely inappropriate.”

Hilda Brown, a teacher at the elementary school, shared that the nurse wore the jacket while the school was hosting “Superhero Day,” where students come in dressed as their favorite hero.

Some parents who picked up their kids on the day of the alleged incident shared their reaction to the claims with News 12 Long Island.

“That’s utterly disgusting. This is the world we’re living in now?” said Marquise Gordon.

“We got kids that’s just trying to get their education,” Gordon continued.

“How dare you show up to a school in that type of, and set that type of precedent, knowing what’s going on in the world right now?”

Another parent, Jackie Sauls, said, “People are already fearful as it is. There’s no right in that.”

TENSIONS RISING

The incident comes as protests have sprung across the country condemning ICE in major cities over the past week.

In New York City, over 86 demonstrators were arrested by the NYPD at a rally in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday.

In Long Island, there’s been an uptick in ICE activity across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Multiple people were taken into custody by ICE agents in Glen Cove, about 30 miles outside of NYC, on Wednesday morning, according to Detective Lt. John Nagle.

“ICE New York City is actively investigating immigration crimes throughout the five boroughs, Long Island, and the lower Hudson Valley,” an ICE spokesperson told News 12 Long Island.

Small anti-ICE protests have happened across Long Island since Sunday in several counties as a response.

ICE officer's back, vest says POLICE ICE.
School officials said an investigation is underway and the nurse was immediately transferred to a non-school settingCredit: AP
Empty elementary school classroom with tables and chairs.
The employee in question hasn’t been namedCredit: Getty
Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Cop’s skull smashed in creek fight as repeat offender suspect walks on $100 bond

Outrage Erupts as Repeat Offender Released on $100 Bond After Violent Assault on Officer

A police officer in Colorado sustained a significant head injury following a…
Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter drives tank in latest public appearance

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Takes the Wheel: Teenager Spotted Driving Tank in Rare Public Outing

A striking set of photographs released by North Korea’s state news agency,…
JetBlue flight returns to Newark after engine failure, smoke prompts evacuation

Federal Investigation Launched into Close Call Incident Between Alaska Airlines and FedEx Planes at Newark Airport

Federal authorities have launched an investigation following a reported “near-miss” incident that…
Judge rips into teen’s ‘high-risk’ behavior before delivering decades-long sentence in violent robbery

Judge Condemns Teen’s Reckless Actions Before Issuing Lengthy Sentence for Violent Robbery

A Texas courtroom witnessed a stern rebuke as a judge addressed a…
Fitness influencer won't face homicide charge after hubby found fatally stabbed on toilet in NYC home

Fitness Influencer Cleared of Homicide Charges in Husband’s Mysterious Fatal Stabbing in NYC Home

In a surprising turn of events, a fitness influencer will not face…
US deploys A-10 Warthogs, Apache helicopters to secure Strait of Hormuz

US Bolsters Strait of Hormuz Security with A-10 Warthogs and Apache Helicopters Deployment

The United States has strategically deployed A-10 Warthogs, AH-64 Apache helicopters, and…
Japan pledges $73B in US investment after prime minister’s meeting with Trump  

Japan Commits $73 Billion for U.S. Investments Following Prime Minister’s Dialogue with Trump

Japan is set to make a significant investment in the future of…
Iranian women's soccer players look terrified as they are greeted back home by officials after being branded 'traitors'

Iranian Women’s Soccer Team Returns Home Amid Tense Reception Following Controversy

In a recent video shared on X by a pro-regime account, Iranian…
Hollywood goes crazy as Raising Cane’s hits 1,000th location

Raising Cane’s Celebrates Milestone: 1,000th Location Opens Amid Hollywood Buzz

Step aside, Walk of Fame—there’s a fresh star in town on Hollywood…
Arizona community records hottest-ever March temp in the US

Arizona Community Sets New Record for Hottest March Temperature in U.S. History

An Arizona desert community shattered the United States’ record for the hottest…
Chicago Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood suddenly fired at City Hall, Mayor Brandon Johnson's office confirms

Chicago’s Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Garien Gatewood Abruptly Dismissed by Mayor Brandon Johnson

On Thursday, a significant development unfolded at Chicago City Hall as Garien…