The Vanguard School has since stated that the boy can ‘attend school with the Gadsden flag patch visible on his backpack,’ adding that the incident has provided ‘an occasion for us to reaffirm our deep commitment to a classical education in support of these American principles.’
Todd Soper explained that a statement that 'lends itself to be colorblind,' such as 'everyone is equal' would be disqualifying from a prospective teacher.
'I did all four years at this school. For them to take [these events] from me at my final moment, of course it’s upsetting,' said Andrew Luna, a graduate of Granada Hill Charter High School.