Virginia AG announces probe of public schools

Virginia's Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced his investigation into the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology will be expanding to other schools in the area.

Director of Student Services Brandon Kosatka allegedly told a parent when confronted about the issue that student leaders minimized the recognition to avoid hurting the feelings of students who failed to earn the honors. Ronn Blitzer is a reporter for Fox News Digital covering politics and breaking news. 

"It has come to my attention through public reporting that at least three high schools within Fairfax County Public Schools ('FCPS') may have withheld National Merit recognition from students. This alleged behavior may constitute unlawful discrimination in violation of the Virginia Human Rights Act," Miyares said in a letter to Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. "My office will investigate whether any students' rights were violated as a consequence of alleged withholding of National Merit recognition by high school administrators or FCPS."