MINNETONKA, Minn. – A rally is planned Wednesday morning for a teen who was allegedly attacked at Hopkins High School, and Minnetonka police say they are investigating the attack as a possible hate crime.
The Queer Equity Institute and Transforming Families, the two organizations that organized the meeting, said the teen is transgender.
Officials said the student was physically injured in the attack at school last Thursday.
In a statement, district leaders said, “Hopkins Public Schools is an inclusive community that values diversity and inclusion.”
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They also said they would “address any issues that compromise safety and inclusivity in our school environment.”
In a letter to parents in the district, leaders added that they will work with police to “minimize any impact on the school day” during the gathering. And while they are not directly involved in organizing it, they said they “support a gathering that draws attention to what is wrong in the world.”
The meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. outside Hopkins High School in the east parking lot. Supporters from multiple organizations are expected.
State Rep. Leigh Finke, Minnesota’s first openly transgender lawmaker, is also expected to attend.
