According to a news report by WSB‑TV, the mother, Sabrina Johnson, says her 8-year-old daughter (a third-grader) was in the lunchroom when a boy allegedly made a comment about her sexuality, hit her, and then held her down and pulled out her braids

• According to a news report by WSB‑TV, the mother, Sabrina Johnson, says her 8-year-old daughter (a third-grader) was in the lunchroom when a boy allegedly made a comment about her sexuality, hit her, and then held her down and pulled out her braids. WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta+1

• The school district released a statement acknowledging that:

  “An incident occurred between two students at Princeton Elementary School, resulting in one student’s hair being pulled. The student’s parent took them to a local hospital for further evaluation. The incident is still under investigation.” WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta+1

• The mother has filed a police report and intends to press charges. WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta

⚠️ Key issues & concerns

• The mother states she wants to see surveillance video and know whether any adults were present/monitoring when the incident occurred. WSB-TV Channel 2 – Atlanta+1

• The fact that the alleged triggering comment was about sexuality raises concerns of harassment based on perceived sexual orientation or gender identity, which may implicate anti-bullying/harassment policies.

• The student was taken to the hospital for evaluation. While we don’t know the full medical report, pulling braids and holding a child down is serious physical assault.

• The case raises questions about supervision in the lunchroom, response protocols, and whether the school’s investigation and disciplinary process are sufficient.

📋 Relevant policy context

• DCSD’s current Code of Student Conduct includes provisions that harassment, bullying, and discrimination “based on … sexual orientation, gender identity … or any other distinguishing characteristic” are prohibited. dunwoodyhs.dekalb.k12.ga.us+1

• The policy states that acts of bullying, harassment, or hazing must be addressed when reported or known. dunwoodyhs.dekalb.k12.ga.us

• DCSD also has minimum disciplinary levels for elementary school: for example, Level 3 = In-School Suspension of 1-3 days; Level 4 = Suspension 1-5 days. dunwoodyhs.dekalb.k12.ga.us

🔍 What to watch / what the mother (or guardian) might consider doing

• Request a copy of the incident report from the school and/or district.

• Ask for or request access to surveillance footage (or confirmation that it exists) of that lunchroom area at the time of the incident.

• Confirm who was supervising the cafeteria/lunchroom at the time and whether staff responded once notified.

• Monitor the investigation timeline: How long will the school take to complete its investigation? What disciplinary actions may be imposed?

• Clarify whether the boy was disciplined appropriately under the code of conduct (and whether training or prevention measures will follow).

• Consider whether this incident should trigger a review of lunchroom supervision and bullying prevention measures at the school.

• Because there’s a potential harassment angle (comment about sexuality), it might be advisable to consult an attorney or advocacy organization to understand rights under anti-discrimination law (though this is not legal advice).

• Ensure the child receives emotional support/counseling: being physically assaulted and humiliated can have lasting emotional impact.