With start of Ramadan, Muslim students in Louisiana want better accommodations in schools

April 14, 2022

For Muslims, Ramadan is the holiest month of the year. It is a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. However, some practicing Muslim students in Louisiana feel ignored by their public school community.  

Ramadan, which begins April 2 and ends May 2 this year, also falls during the last stretch of the school year for many school districts in the state.  The timing presents an uncomfortable situation for parents with children who are balancing fasting and participation in other religious customs with the demands of school, including critical year-end academic assessments and outdoor activities. 

As a result, some Muslim parents are seeking accommodations from their schools for practicing students. Parent advocates say a lack of guidance from the Louisiana Department of Education makes it tough to navigate their religious beliefs. 

Source: With start of Ramadan, Muslim students in Louisiana want better accommodations in schools